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iFINDER Go

Handheld Mapping GPS Receiver

Advanced Users Guide

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Table of Contents

Section 1: Read Me First!.. 1 Capabilities and Specifications: iFINDER Go, Go2. 2 How iFINDER Works.. 3 Introduction to GPS and WAAS... 4 How to Use this Manual: Typographical Conventions. 6 Section 2: Installation & Accessories. 9 Power... 9 Batteries... 9 Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter.. 10 R-A-M Bracket Mounting System.. 11 Other Accessories.. 11 Section 3: Easy Mode Operation.. 13 Keypad.... 13 Power/lights on and off... 14 Main Menu.... 14 Pages... 15 Satellite Status Page.. 15 Navigation Page... 16 Map Page... 18 iFINDER Easy Mode Quick Reference.. 20 Find Your Current Position... 21 Moving Around the Map: Zoom & Cursor Arrow Keys. 21 Selecting Any Map Item with the Cursor.. 21 Searching... 22 Set Home Waypoint... 23 Navigate Back Home.. 24 Set Man Overboard (MOB) Waypoint.. 24 Navigate Back to MOB Waypoint.. 25 Navigate to Cursor Position on Map.. 25 Navigate to a Map Place... 26 Creating and Saving a Trail.. 27 Displaying a Saved Trail... 27 Navigating or Backtracking a Trail.. 28 Visual Back Trailing... 28 Navigate a Back Trail... 28 Clearing or Erasing a Trail.. 29 Switch to Advanced Mode... 30 Switch Back to Easy Mode from Advanced Mode.. 30 Section 4: Advanced Mode Operation.. 31 Keypad.... 31 Power/lights on and off... 32 Main Menu.... 32 i
Pages... 32 Satellite Status Page.. 32 Position Page... 33 Navigation Page... 34 Map Page... 35 Moving Around the Map: Zoom & Cursor Arrow Keys. 35 Find Distance From Current Position To Another Location. 36 Find Distance From Point to Point.. 36 Find Your Current Position... 37 Icons... 37 Create Icon on Map... 37 Create Icon at Current Position.. 38 Delete an Icon... 38 Navigate... 38 Navigate Back Home.. 39 Navigate Back to Man Overboard Waypoint.. 39 Cancel Navigation.. 39 Navigate a Route... 39 Navigate to Cursor Position on Map.. 39 Navigate to an Icon... 39 Navigate to Map Place.. 39 Navigate to a Waypoint... 40 Navigate a Trail... 40 Backtrack a Trail... 41 Routes... 41 Create and Save a Route... 41 Delete a Route... 43 Searching... 43 Find Any Item Selected by Map Cursor.. 44 Find Interstate Highway Exits... 44 Find Map Places... 46 Find Streets or Intersections.. 47 Find Waypoints... 49 Switch to Easy Mode.. 51 Switch Back to Advanced Mode from Easy Mode. 51 Trails... 51 Create and Save a Trail... 51 Clear a Trail... 51 Delete a Trail... 52 Edit a Trail Name.. 52 Utilities... 52 Alarm Clock.... 52 Sun/Moon Rise & Set Calculator.. 52 ii
Trip Calculator.. 52 Trip Down Timer... 52 Trip Up Timer... 52 Waypoints... 52 Create a Waypoint... 52 Create Waypoint on Map.. 52 Create Waypoint at Current Position.. 53 Create a Man Overboard Waypoint.. 53 Create a Waypoint by Average Position.. 53 Create a Waypoint by Projecting a Position.. 53 Select a Waypoint.. 54 Delete a Waypoint.. 54 Edit a Waypoint (Name, Symbol, Position or Altitude). 54 Section 5: System & GPS Setup Options.. 55 Alarms.... 55 Auto Satellite Search... 56 Com Port Configuration... 57 Coordinate System Selection.. 57 Map Fix... 59 Customize Page Displays... 60 Customize Position or Navigation Page.. 60 Customize Map Page.. 60 GPS Simulator... 61 Simulating Trail or Route Navigation.. 61 Map Auto Zoom... 62 Map Data... 62 Earth Map Detail... 63 Pop-up Map Info... 63 Fill Land Gray... 63 Map Overlays (Range Rings; Lat/Long Grid). 63 Map Detail Category Selection... 64 Map Orientation... 64 Pop-up Help... 65 Reset Options... 66 Require WAAS... 66 Screen Contrast and Brightness.. 67 Set Language... 69 Set Local Time... 69 Software Version Information.. 70 Track Smoothing... 71 Trail Options... 71 Flash Trails on Screen Option.. 72 Update Trail Option... 72 iii

vanced navigation features. That brings us to Section 4, Advanced Mode Operation. After we introduce the Advanced Mode menus and submenus, this section contains the rest of iFINDER's command functions, organized in alphabetical order. When you come to a GPS menu command on the iFINDER screen, you can look it up in the manual by skimming over the table of contents or index, just flipping through Section 3 or scanning through the command portion of Section 4. iFINDER is ready to use right out of the box, but you can fine tune and customize its operation with dozens of options. We describe how to use general system options along with GPS options in Section 5, System Setup and GPS Setup Options. This section covers both Easy Mode and Advanced Mode options. Finally, in Section 6, we offer Supplemental Material, including a list of the GPS datums used, warranties, and customer service information. Now, if you're into the fine details, glance over the next segment on specifications to see just how much GPS power you hold in your hand. It's important to us (and our power users), but if you don't care how many waypoints iFINDER can store or how long the batteries last, skip ahead to important information on how iFINDER works, on page 3.
Capabilities and Specifications: iFINDER Go, Go2
General Display:.. 2" (51 mm) diagonal high contrast Film SuperTwist, 16-level grayscale. Resolution:.. 200V pixel x 140H pixel resolution; 28,000 total pixels. Backlighting:. Amber LED for night and low-light viewing. Input power:. 3 volts DC (two 1.5v AA batteries); operates up to 61 hours on batteries with no backlight. Operates for 30 hours with backlight set to half bright and for 18 hours with backlight set to full bright. Case size:..pocket-size, 5.15" H x 2.12" W x 1.25" D (131 x 58 x 32 mm); waterproof to IPX7 standards. Weight:.. 5.7 ounces (162 grams) with batteries. Back-up memory:.. Built-in memory stores GPS data for decades. User settings are stored when the unit is turned off. 2
Map & data memory:. Go has 32 MB of built-in memory for the map and GPS data; Go2 has 64 MB. Languages:.. 10; menu selectable by user. GPS Receiver/antenna:. Internal; 16 parallel channel GPS/WAAS. Background map:.. Go contains low-detail world map and medium-detail USA map. Go2 contains same maps plus high-detail USA shoreline data. Go2 International contains world reference map. For complete description of data contained in these maps, see information elsewhere in this manual. Position updates:.. Every one second. Man Overboard:. MOB feature precisely marks man overboard location with special icon, then automatically displays navigation data to that position. Screen alarms:.. Arrival/off-course/destination passed/anchor. Graphic symbols for waypoints or event marker icons:.. 42. Position points:. 1,000 waypoints; 1,000 event marker icons. Routes:.. 100; up to 100 waypoints per route. Plot Trails:.. 100 savable; up to 9,999 points per trail. Zoom range:.. 40 map zoom ranges; 0.02 to 4,000 miles.

beyond basic GPS. The FAA has a plan under way to boost GPS performance even further with its Wide Area Augmentation System, or WAAS. This GPS add-on will include a time control element that will help airliners fly closer together while avoiding collisions. In addition to carefully spacing airplanes along travel corridors, WAAS will eventually make instrument landings and takeoffs more accurate as it replaces existing aviation navigation systems. Non-aviators can use WAAS signals to make their GPS navigation even more accurate. Your iFINDER receives both GPS and WAAS signals. However, WAAS has some limits you should know about. First, the U.S. government has not completed construction of the WAAS system, so it is not yet fully operational. The ground stations are in place, but only a few of the needed WAAS satellites have been launched. WAAS can boost the accuracy of land GPS navigation, but the system is designed for aircraft. The satellites are in a fixed orbit around the Equator, so they appear very low in the sky to someone on the ground in North America. Aircraft and vessels on open water can get consistently good WAAS reception, but terrain, foliage or even large man-made structures frequently block the WAAS signal from ground receivers. You'll find that using your GPS receiver is both easy and amazingly accurate. Its easily the most accurate method of electronic navigation available to the general public today. Remember, however, that this receiver is only a tool. Always have another method of navigation available, such as a map or chart and a compass. Also remember that this unit will always show navigation information in the shortest line from your present position to a waypoint, regardless of terrain! It only calculates position, it cant know whats between you and your destination, for example. Its up to you to safely navigate around obstacles, no matter how youre using this product.
How to Use this Manual: Typographical Conventions
Many instructions are listed as numbered steps. The keypad and arrow "keystrokes" appear as boldface type. So, if you're in a real hurry (or just need a reminder), you can skim the instructions and pick out what menu command to use by finding the boldface command text. The following paragraphs explain how to interpret the text formatting for those commands and other instructions:
Arrow Keys The arrow keys control the movement of dotted cross-hair lines on your mapping screen called the cursor. The arrow keys also help you move around the iFINDER menus so you can execute different commands. They are represented by symbols like these, which denote the down arrow key, the up arrow, the left arrow and the right arrow: . Keyboard The other keys perform a variety of functions. When the text refers to a key to press, the key is shown in bold, sans serif type. For example, the "Enter/Save" key is shown as ENT and the "Menu" key is shown as MENU. Menu Commands A menu command or a menu option will appear in small capital letters, in a bold sans serif type like this: ADVANCED MODE. These indicate that you are to select this command or option from a menu or take an action of some kind with the menu item. Text that you may need to enter or file names you need to select are shown in italic type, such as trail name. Instructions = Menu Sequences Most functions you perform with iFINDER are described as a sequence of key strokes and selecting menu commands. We've written them in a condensed manner for quick and easy reading. For example, instructions for backtracking a trail in Easy Mode would look like this: 1. Press MENU| to NAVIGATE TRAIL|ENT. 2. Now, begin moving and follow your iFINDER. Translated into complete English, step 1 means: "Press the Menu key. Next, press the down arrow key to scroll down the menu and select (highlight) the Navigate Trail menu command. Finally, press the Enter key." Also note that throughout this text, we will refer to the iFINDER Go as iFINDER, or simply as the unit.

Section 2: Installation & Accessories
The iFINDER operates from two AA batteries or on 3 volts DC using an optional external power cable with a cigarette lighter adapter. If the power cable is used, the iFINDER automatically switches to it if the external power is greater than the battery voltage. If the external power fails, the unit automatically switches to the batteries. Flash memory and an internal lithium battery will keep your stored data safe and accessible for the life of the product.

Batteries

The unit requires two 1.5-volt AA batteries. We recommend that you use alkaline batteries for the best trade-off between battery life and cost. We recommend DURACELL brand, but other brands will work. If you're looking for an extended-life battery, the Duracell ULTRA battery has performed well in our tests. You can also use rechargeable AA alkaline batteries, such as those made by RAYOVAC, or rechargeable AA nickel metal hydride (NiMH) batteries. We do not recommend nickel cadmium (NiCd) rechargeable batteries because you will get poor battery life from them. Rechargeable alkaline batteries will not last as long as standard alkaline batteries. NiMH batteries are rechargeable, however, and should give you suitable battery life. Do not mix different battery types. Mixing battery types may cause leakage. (For example, dont use both alkaline and NiMH batteries at the same time, and don't use standard alkalines with rechargeable alkalines.) Battery Installation Turn the unit over so that the back is facing you. Use your thumb to press the latch on the battery compartment cover toward the bottom of the unit.
Release the latch to remove iFINDER battery cover.
When the latch clicks free, lift the battery compartment cover away from the unit. Install the batteries according to the decal in the battery compartment, which shows the correct polarity. Replace the battery compartment cover. Align the two tabs in the bottom of the cover with two small sockets in the base of the unit. Then fold the cover into place and make sure the latch clicks closed.
Replace battery compartment cover. Align tabs with slots, then snap cover in place.
Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter
To use external DC power: Plug the power cable's cigarette lighter adapter into a cigarette lighter receptacle. Next, slide the other connector over the power contacts on the bottom of the iFINDER case.
Attach external power cable to iFINDER.
R-A-M Bracket Mounting System
A R-A-M mounting bracket is available for your iFINDER. The mounting arm and cradle can swivel on a ball for easy viewing in any type of vehicle.

R-A-M mounting system.

Other Accessories
Other iFINDER accessories include a belt holster with a see-through cover, as well as other cable connections. If these accessories are not available from your dealer, see the accessory ordering information on the inside back cover of this manual.
See-through belt holster for the iFINDER Go.
Section 3: Easy Mode Operation
This section addresses Easy Mode operation for iFINDER's main GPS functions. The principles are the same in both operating modes, so this discussion also serves as a good introduction to Advanced Mode work. Before you turn on iFINDER and find where you are, it's a good idea to learn about the different keys, the three Page screens and how they all work together. BUT, if you just can't wait to get outside, grab the batteries and turn to the one-page Quick Reference on page 20.

Keypad

iFINDER keypad.
1. PWR/LIGHT (Power & Light) The PWR key turns the unit on and off and activates the backlight. Turn off the unit by pressing and holding the PWR key for 3 seconds. 2. PAGES Pressing this key switches the unit between the three different page screens in Easy Mode. (Satellite, Navigation and Map.) Each page represents one of the unit's major operation modes. 3. MENU Press this key to show the menus, which allow you to select or adjust a feature from a list. 4. ARROW KEYS These keys are used to navigate through the menus, make menu selections, move the map cursor and enter data. 5. ENT/SAVE (Enter & Save) This key allows you to save data, accept values or execute menu commands. 13
6. EXIT The Exit key lets you return to the previous screen, clear data or erase a menu. 7. FIND The Find key launches the iFINDER search menus. 8. ZOUT (Zoom Out) This key lets you zoom the screen out to see a larger geographic area on the map. Less detail is seen as you zoom out. 9. ZIN (Zoom In) This key lets you zoom the screen in to see greater detail in a smaller geographic area on the map.

Power/lights on and off

To turn on the unit, press PWR. To turn on the backlight, press PWR again. Pressing PWR once again will turn off the backlight. (Press EXIT to clear any message or alarm displays.) Turn off the unit by pressing and holding the PWR key for 3 seconds.

Navigate to cursor. In this example, the cursor has selected the town of Oologah, Oklahoma.
3. Press MENU|ENT and iFINDER will begin navigating to the cursor location. The Map Page will display a dotted line from your current position to the cursor position. The Navigation Page displays a compass rose showing navigation information to your destination. See the following examples.
The 15-mile zoom figure at left clearly shows the dotted course line connecting your current position to your destination. The 60-mile zoom, center, shows both current position and destination on screen. The Navigation Page, right, will also show navigation information.
To stop navigating to the cursor, use the Cancel Navigation command: press MENU| to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT| to YES|ENT. iFINDER stops showing navigation information.

Navigate to a Map Place

For Map Places that are in view on the map, you can easily use the Navigate to Cursor command above; just use the cursor to select the Map Place's icon. 26
Another method involves searching for Map Places with the Find Map Places command, launched with the FIND key. (See the searching example earlier in this section, or turn to Sec. 4, Advanced Mode Operation, for detailed instructions on other search methods.) After you have looked up an item with the Find Map Places command, use the to make sure the GO TO command is highlighted at the bottom of the screen, then press ENT. iFINDER begins showing navigation information to the item. To cancel navigation, press MENU| to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT| to YES|ENT. iFINDER stops showing navigation information.
Creating and Saving a Trail
A trail, or plot trail, is a history of the path you have taken. On the screen, trails are represented by a solid line extending from the back of the current position arrow. By default, the trail flashes once a second, making it easier to see against the background map. With the default auto setting, iFINDER creates a trail by placing a dot (trail point) on the screen every time you change directions. (The method used for creating a trail and the trail update rate can both be adjusted in Advanced Mode. See Sec. 5 for Trail Options.) In Easy Mode, this unit automatically creates a plot trail when turned on, and this trail is automatically saved in memory when the unit is turned off. iFINDER continues recording the same trail until you "clear the trail," which erases the old trail and starts creation of a new trail. NOTE: iFINDER can record up to 9,999 points per trail, which can be adjusted in Advanced Mode. The default setting is a maximum of 2,000 points. When trail length exceeds the maximum setting, the unit begins recording the trail over itself. In Advanced Mode, you can save and recall up to 10 different plot trails. Caution: You also have the option of turning off trail recording in Advanced Mode. If the option is left turned off, it will cancel the automatic trail creation feature in Easy Mode. Displaying a Saved Trail The trail is automatically displayed in Easy Mode by default. Trail display can be selectively turned off and on only in Advanced Mode. 27

Cross track error range (off course indicator) Navigate trail, navigation page (compass rose) views: at left, driver is eastbound heading straight toward trail point 3; bearing arrow shows the trail point is due east (straight ahead.) At right, driver has reached trail point 3 and must turn south to follow the trail. Arrival alarm goes off and bearing arrow swings around to say turn right (south), toward the next waypoint, trail point 4. iFINDER now shows navigation information to point 4, which is 0.95 miles away.
3. When you reach your destination, be sure to cancel your navigation: press MENU| to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT. iFINDER asks if you're sure; press |ENT. Clearing or Erasing a Trail You can erase the current trail and automatically begin recording a new one by using the Clear Trail command. 29
WARNING: Clearing a trail will erase the trail from iFINDER's memory. You will not be able to backtrack to that trail head if the trail is erased. If you need to preserve the trail, switch to Advanced Mode and use the instructions in Sec. 4 for Creating and Saving a Trail. 1. Press MENU| to CLEAR TRAIL|ENT. iFINDER asks if you're sure; press |ENT. 2. Return to the page by pressing EXIT.

Switch to Advanced Mode

To leave Easy Mode and switch to Advanced Mode: 1. Press MENU| to ADVANCED MODE|ENT. 2. Unit asks "Are you sure you want to enter Advanced Mode?" 3. press |ENT and the unit switches to Advanced Mode. Switch Back to Easy Mode from Advanced Mode To leave Advanced Mode and switch back to Easy Mode: 1. Press MENU|MENU| to EASY MODE|ENT. 2. Unit asks "Are you sure you want to turn on Easy Mode?" press |ENT and the unit switches to Easy Mode.
Section 4: Advanced Mode Operation
1. PWR/LIGHT (Power & Light) The PWR key turns the unit on and off and activates the backlight. Turn off the unit by pressing and holding the PWR key for 3 seconds. 2. PAGES Pressing this key switches the unit between the three different page screens in Easy Mode. (Satellite, Navigation and Map.) Each page represents one of the unit's major operation modes. 3. MENU Press this key to show the menus, which allow you to select or adjust a feature from a list. 4. ARROW KEYS These keys are used to navigate through the menus, make menu selections, move the map cursor and enter data. 5. ENT/SAVE (Enter & Save) This key allows you to save data, accept values or execute menu commands. 6. EXIT The Exit key lets you return to the previous screen, clear data or erase a menu. 7. FIND The Find key launches the iFINDER search menus. 8. ZOUT (Zoom Out) This key lets you zoom the screen out to see a larger geographic are on the map. Less detail is seen as you zoom out. 9. ZIN (Zoom In) This key lets you zoom the screen in to see greater detail in a smaller geographic area on the map. 31

4. Now fill in the second street. Press to SECOND STREET|ENT and the Find by Name menu appears again. Just like before, there are two options: A. You can spell out the street in the top selection box. Press or to change the first letter, then press to move the cursor to the next letter and repeat until the name is correct, then press ENT|ENT. B. Jump down to the lower selection list by pressing ENT, then press or to select the second street from the list, then press ENT. 5. The Find Streets menu reappears with the first and second streets dialog boxes filled in. In this example we selected 81st Street as our second street. You could now use similar techniques to select a city or Zip Code, but your search will probably be faster if you leave those boxes blank. (You can specify a city and/or Zip Code later on to narrow the search, if the resulting list is too long.)
Find intersection, left, Intersection list, right.
6. To search for the intersection of the two streets, press to FIND INTERSECTION|ENT. A message appears asking you to wait while the unit finds the intersection. When the Intersections Found list appears, press or to select the intersection you are searching for and press ENT. (In the previous example, we selected the intersection of SW 80th Court and SW 81st Drive in Miami, Fla.) If you want to navigate to the found intersection, just press MENU|ENT|EXIT. Find Waypoints 1. Press FIND|ENT. 2. If searching for the Nearest waypoint, press ENT. If searching for a waypoint By Name, press to NAME|ENT. (To search by name, jump to step 5 below.) 3. If you're looking for nearest, iFINDER says it is calculating, then a list of waypoints appears. The closest is highlighted at the top of the list and the farthest is at the bottom of the list. 49
Calculating message, left, and list of the nearest waypoints, right.
4. To see location information on the closest (highlighted) waypoint, press ENT and the Waypoint Information screen appears. (If you wanted to, you could select another waypoint from the list with the or keys.) A. To navigate to the waypoint, press press ENT. (The Go To Waypoint command is already highlighted.) The unit will show navigation information to the waypoint. B. To find the waypoint, press to FIND ON MAP|ENT. The Map Page appears with the cursor highlighting the found waypoint. To clear these menus and return to the previous page, press EXIT repeatedly. 5. If you're looking by name, there are two options: A. You can spell out the name in the top selection box. Press or to change the first letter, then press to move the cursor to the next letter and repeat until the name is correct, then press ENT|ENT. B. Jump down to the lower selection list by pressing ENT, then press or to select a waypoint from the list, then press ENT. The Waypoint Information screen appears.

Find By Name menu.

A. To navigate to the waypoint, press ENT. (The Go To Waypoint command is already highlighted.) The unit will show navigation information to the waypoint. 50

Menus for changing Com Port settings.
For connectors and wiring information for another device, consult the factory; phone numbers are in the back of this manual. To set Com Port Configuration: 1. Press MENU|MENU| to SYSTEM SETUP|ENT. 2. Press to COM PORT|ENT.
Coordinate System Selection
The Coordinate System Menu lets you select the coordinate system to use when displaying and entering position coordinates. Access this function only in Advanced Mode.
Menus for changing coordinate system used to display positions.
To get to Coordinate System Selection: 1. Press MENU|MENU| to GPS SETUP|ENT. 2. Press to COORD SYSTEM|ENT. This unit can show a position in degrees (36.14952); degrees, minutes and thousandths of a minute (36 28.700'); or degrees, minutes, seconds and tenths of a second (36 28' 40.9"). It can also show position in: UTM (Universal Transverse Mercator) projection; MGRS (Standard); MGRS (Standard + 10); Map Fix; Loran TD; British, Irish, Finnish, German, New Zealand, Swedish, Swiss, Taiwan, Greek and Military grids. UTM's are marked on USGS topographic charts. This system divides the Earth into 60 zones, each 6 degrees wide in longitude. British, Irish, Finnish, German, New Zealand, Swedish, Swiss, Taiwan, and Greek grid systems are the national coordinate system used only in their respective countries. In order to use these grid systems, you must be in the respective country. This unit will pick the matching datum for you when you select the grid. See the entry on Map Datum Selection for more information. The military grid reference system (MGRS) uses two grid lettering schemes, which are referred to as standard and alternate MGRS on this unit. Your position and datum in use determines which one to use. If you use standard, and your position is off significantly, then try the alternate. NOTE: When the position format is changed, it affects the way all positions are shown on all screens. This includes waypoints. To select a coordinate system: To change the coordinate system, press ENT while COORDINATE SYSTEM is highlighted. Press the or arrow keys to highlight the desired format. Press ENT to select it. Press EXIT to erase the menus. To setup Loran TD: NOTE: If the Loran TD conversion is chosen, you must enter the local Loran chain identification for the master and slaves. Do this by selecting "Setup Loran TD" at the bottom of the "Coordinate System" menu and select the ID. Press EXIT to erase this menu.

Configure Loran TD menu.

Map Fix Map Fix is used with charts or maps. This system asks for a reference position in latitude/longitude, which you take from a marked location on the map. It then shows the present position as distance on the map from that reference point. For example, if it shows a distance of UP 4.00" and LEFT 0.50", you then measure up four inches and to the left a half-inch from the reference point on the map to find your location. To configure a map fix: To use this format, you need to follow these steps in order. First, take your map of the area and determine a reference latitude/longitude. (Note: in order for this system to work, the latitude/longitude lines must be parallel with the edge of the map. USGS maps are parallel, others may not be. Also, this works better with smaller scale maps.) The reference position can be anywhere on the map, but the closer it is to your location, the smaller the numbers will be that you'll have to deal with. Once you've decided on a reference position, you can save it as a waypoint. See the waypoint section for information on saving a waypoint. Save the reference position as a waypoint. Exit from the waypoint screens. Now press MENU|MENU| to GPS SETUP|ENT|ENT| to SETUP MAP FIX|ENT. The following screens appear, and MAP SCALE is highlighted. Press ENT and enter the map's scale. This is generally at the bottom of the paper map. It's shown as a ratio, for example 1:24000. Press EXIT and the unit returns to the Configure Map Fix screen.

Configure a map fix so iFINDER can find your position on a printed chart or topographical map.
Press to SELECT ORIGIN|ENT|ENT (MY WAYPOINTS) if you saved the reference point as a waypoint. Select the waypoint name that you assigned to the reference point and press ENT. The unit displays a waypoint information screen with the command SET AS ORIGIN selected; press ENT and the unit returns to the Configure Map Fix menu. Finally, press EXIT to erase this menu. Now press to COORD SYSTEM|ENT, select MAP FIX from the list and press ENT. All position information now shows as a distance from the reference point you chose.

Customize Page Displays

The Position, Navigation, and Map pages all have customizable options. These options decide which information is viewable on each page. Customize Position or Navigation Page Both of these Pages have data boxes in the bottom portion of the screen, displaying digital data. To customize these data boxes on either page, press MENU| to CUSTOMIZE|ENT. Use the arrows keys to select one of the data boxes (the title bar of the currently selected box flashes), and press ENT. The Customize Windows list will appear, with all of the available digital data. Choose which information you want to appear in that data box, and then press ENT. After all options are set, press EXIT to return to the page display. Customize Map Page You can also use the Customize command to add additional data to the bottom of the Map Page screen. While on the Map Page press MENU| to CUSTOMIZE|ENT. Press or to select a display option. With the option highlighted, press ENT to check it (turn on display) and uncheck it (turn off display). After all options are set, press EXIT to return to the page display. 60

GPS Simulator

The GPS simulator lets you use the unit as if you were outdoors navigating somewhere. You can set the starting location in latitude/longitude (Starting Position) or from a stored waypoint or Map Place (Select Starting Waypoint). You can steer your position on the map by using the arrow keys (STEER W/ ARROWS) or by setting the track and speed in the boxes provided on simulator screen. To get to the GPS Simulator: 1. Press MENU|MENU| to GPS SETUP|ENT. 2. Press to GPS SIMULATOR|ENT.

Track Smoothing

This is a factory setting that should always be left on. When stopped or traveling at slow speeds (such as walking or trolling), Track Smoothing prevents wandering of trails, the steering arrow, compass rose and a map in track-up mode.
Track Smoothing option, turned on.

Trail Options

There are several options you can use with trails. Some affect all trails, other options can be applied to a particular trail. You can change the way trails are updated, you can display or hide trails, make them flash on the screen or not flash, create a new trail, delete a trail, etc. These options are only available in Advanced Mode, but option changes made in Advanced will affect the appearance of trails in Easy Mode.

General Trail Options

To access the Trails Menu: 1. Press MENU|MENU| to MY TRAILS|ENT|ENT.
Trails Menu, left, with Trail Options, right.
Delete All Trails To remove all of the trails from memory: from the Trails Menu, press to DELETE ALL|ENT| to YES|ENT. Flash Trails on Screen Option Press to FLASH TRAILS. With the option highlighted, press ENT to check it (turn on) and uncheck it (turn off.)
Trail Options menu: Flash Trails.
Update Trail Option This menu lets you change the way the trail updates occur.

Trail Options menu.

WARNING: If you uncheck the Update Trail option, automatic trail creation and recording will be turned off in both Advanced and Easy modes, and you must turn it back on to record trails. The default setting is on. Press or to UPDATE TRAILS. With the option highlighted, press ENT to check it (turn on) and uncheck it (turn off.) Update Trail Criteria (Auto, Time, Distance) The options are automatic, time, or distance. When it's in the default automatic mode, the unit doesn't update the plot trail while you're 72
traveling in a straight line. Once you deviate from a straight line, the unit "drops" a plot point (trail waypoint) onto the trail. This conserves plot trail points. If a plot trail uses all of the available points allotted to it, the beginning points are taken away and placed at the end of the trail.
Press to UPDATE CRITERIA|ENT|press or to select criteria type|ENT. Trail Update Rate (Time, Distance) You can update a trail by time, with a range from 1 second to 9999 seconds; the default is 3 seconds. You can update by distance, with a range from 0.01 mile/nm/km to 9.99 mile/nm/km; the default is 0.10 mile. With Update Criteria selected, press to either the rate or distance data entry boxes and press ENT. Press or to change the first character, then press to the next character and repeat until the entry is correct. Press EXIT|EXIT to return to the Trail Options Menu.
Trail Options menu. Specific Trail Options
Delete Trail To delete a specific trail: From the Trails menu, press to trail name|ENT. The Edit Trail menu appears as seen in the following figure. Press to DELETE TRAIL|ENT| to YES|ENT. 73

Text Boxes (Customize Display), 60 Track Smoothing, 71 Trail, 3, 4, 7, 14, 16, 17, 18, 20, 27, 28, 29, 30, 34, 40, 41, 51, 52, 61, 62, 64, 66, 71, 72, 73, 74 Delete, 52 Delete All, 72 Edit Name, 52 Flash on Screen, 72 Navigate, 40, 41 New Trail, 51, 74 Update Criteria, 72 Update Rate, 73 Trip Calculator, 52 Trip Down Timer, 52 Trip Up Timer, 52
Units of Measure, 15, 74 Utilities, 52
Range, 3, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 28, 35, 62, 63, 64, 73 Range Rings (Map Data option), 63, 64 Repeat Play List, 43, 62, 69 Reset Options, 66 Route, 3, 4, 6, 17, 20, 35, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 56, 61, 62, 66 Create and Save, 41 Delete, 43
WAAS, 3, 4, 6, 66 Require WAAS, 66, 67 Waypoint Information Screen, 22, 23, 40, 44, 46, 47, 50 Waypoints, 2, 3, 4, 6, 14, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22, 23, 24, 25, 28, 29, 34, 35, 37, 39,
40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 46, 47, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56, 58, 59, 60, 61, 62, 64, 65, 66, 69, 73 Delete, 54 Edit, 54 Navigate, 39, 40 Save, 52, 53 Search, 43, 49
Zooming, 3, 14, 17, 19, 20, 21, 28, 31, 35, 42, 62 Auto Zoom, 62
LOWRANCE DATABASES LICENSE AGREEMENT
THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE END-USER WHO FIRST PURCHASES THIS PRODUCT AS A CONSUMER ITEM FOR PERSONAL, FAMILY, OR HOUSEHOLD USE ("YOU") AND LOWRANCE ELECTRONICS, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS PRODUCT ("WE", "OUR", OR "US"). USING THE PRODUCT ACCOMPANIED BY THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS, PROMPTLY RETURN THE PRODUCT WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE. PLEASE RETURN USING THE ENCLOSED UPS SHIPPING LABEL AND INCLUDE: PROOF OF PURCHASE, NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE NUMBER. YOUR PURCHASE PRICE AND ANY APPLICABLE TAXES WILL BE REFUNDED. PLEASE ALLOW 4-6 WEEKS TO PROCESS YOUR REFUND.
1. This License Agreement applies to the one or more databases that your product may contain. We refer to these singly as a "Database" and together as the "Databases." Your product may thus include the "WBS Database" which contains worldwide background surface mapping data, the "SmartMap Database" which contains inland mapping data, or other Databases. 2. The Databases that your product may contain are licensed, not sold. We grant to you the nonexclusive, nonassignable right to use these Databases for supplemental navigation reference purposes, but only as long as you comply with the terms and conditions of this License Agreement. We reserve the right to terminate this license if you violate any aspect of this License Agreement. You are responsible for using official government charts and prudent navigation for safe travel. 3. The Databases housed in your product are protected by the copyright notices appearing on the product or its screen(s). You may NOT modify, adapt, translate, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, rent, lease, or resell any Database, and you may NOT create derivative works based upon any Database or its contents. Any unauthorized reproduction, use, or transfer of a Database may be a crime and may subject you to damages and attorney fees. 4. This License Agreement will terminate immediately without prior notice from us if you fail to comply with or violate any of the provisions of this Agreement. Upon termination, you will promptly return all products containing one or more Databases to us. 5. Prices and programs are subject to change without notice. 6. This License Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Oklahoma and comprises the complete and exclusive understanding between you and us concerning the above subject matter. 81

DATABASES LIMITED WARRANTY
"We", "our", or "us" refers to Lowrance Electronics, Inc., the manufacturer of this product. "You" or "your" refers to the first person who purchases the product as a consumer item for personal, family, or household use. The Databases Limited Warranty applies to the one or more databases that your product may contain. We refer to each of these as a "Database" or together as the "Databases." Your product may thus include the "WBS Database" which contains worldwide background surface mapping data, the "SmartMap Database" which contains inland mapping data, or other Databases. We warrant to you that we have accurately compiled, processed, and reproduced the portions of the source material on which the Databases are based. However, we are under no obligation to provide updates to the Databases, and the data contained in the Databases may be incomplete when compared to the source material. WE MAKE NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND ABOUT THE ACCURACY OF THE SOURCE MATERIAL ITSELF, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If there is a defect in any Database, your exclusive remedy shall be, at our option, either a refund of the price you paid for the product containing the defective Database or a replacement of such product. WE WILL NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR OTHER INDIRECT DAMAGE OF ANY KIND. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty does NOT apply in the following circumstances: (1) when the product has been serviced or repaired by anyone other than us; (2) when the product has been connected, installed, combined, altered, adjusted, or handled in a manner other than according to the instructions furnished with the product; (3) when any serial number has been effaced, altered, or removed; or (4) when any defect, problem, loss, or damage has resulted from any accident, misuse, negligence, or carelessness, or from any failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance in accordance with the instructions of the owners manual for the product. We reserve the right to make changes or improvements in our products from time to time without incurring the obligation to install such improvements or changes on equipment or items previously manufactured. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Your remedies under this warranty will be available so long as you can show in a reasonable manner that the defect occurred within one (1) year from the date of your original purchase, and we must receive your warranty claim no later than 30 days after such 1-year period expires. Your claim must be substantiated by a dated sales receipt or sales slip.

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iFINDER Go

Handheld Mapping GPS Receiver

Operation Instructions

Copyright 2005 Lowrance Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in USA. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, republished, transmitted or distributed for any purpose, without prior written consent of Lowrance Electronics. Any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual is strictly prohibited. Lowrance and iFINDER GO are registered trademarks of Lowrance Electronics, Inc.
eXitSource Database, copyright 2001-2005 Zenrin Co. Ltd. Exit Authority and eXitSource are trademarks of Zenrin Co. Ltd.
Lowrance Electronics may find it necessary to change or end our policies, regulations and special offers at any time. We reserve the right to do so without notice. All features and specifications subject to change without notice. All screens in this manual are simulated. For free owner's manuals and other information, visit our web site:

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Lowrance Electronics Inc., 12000 E. Skelly Dr., Tulsa, OK USA 74128-2486
WARNING! A CAREFUL NAVIGATOR NEVER RELIES ON ONLY ONE METHOD TO OBTAIN POSITION INFORMATION. CAUTION When showing navigation data to a position (waypoint), a GPS unit will show the shortest, most direct path to the waypoint. It provides navigation data to the waypoint regardless of obstructions. Therefore, the prudent navigator will not only take advantage of all available navigation tools when traveling to a waypoint, but will also visually check to make sure a clear, safe path to the waypoint is always available. WARNING! When a GPS unit is used in a vehicle, the vehicle operator is solely responsible for operating the vehicle in a safe manner. Vehicle operators must maintain full surveillance of all pertinent driving, boating or flying conditions at all times. An accident or collision resulting in damage to property, personal injury or death could occur if the operator of a GPS-equipped vehicle fails to pay full attention to travel conditions and vehicle operation while the vehicle is in motion.

Introduction

Welcome to the exciting world of GPS satellite navigation! We know you're anxious to begin finding your way with this amazing technology, but we have a favor to ask. Before you grab the batteries and head outside, please give us a moment or two to explain how our manual can help you get the best performance from this remarkable little GPS unit. First, we want to thank you for buying an iFINDER. Whether you're a first-time user or a professional navigator, you'll discover that the iFINDER is a true pocket-sized, full-featured mapping GPS receiver. Our goal for this book is to get you on the road or out to the woods and water fast, with a minimum of fuss. Like you, we'd rather spend more time traveling, and less time reading the manual! In the following pages you can find instructions on how to use all of the iFINDER's basic functions. NOTE: For the power users out there, the iFINDER Go also has an Advanced Mode, which allows you an even greater degree of control over your device's settings. For details on Advanced Mode Operation, look for the iFINDER Go Advanced User's Guide on our web site, www.lowrance.com. If you would like to know more about GPS and its companion system WAAS, visit our web site and check out the GPS Product Guide section (www.lowrance.com/Support/gps.asp). It includes a GPS tutorial, frequently asked questions and a glossary.

Batteries

The unit requires two 1.5-volt AA batteries. Do not mix different battery types. Mixing battery types may cause leakage. The following page contains an 11-step quick reference for Easy Mode operation. If you don't want to carry the manual with you as you practice with iFINDER, you might consider photocopying this quick reference page and tucking it into your pocket. 1
iFINDER Easy Mode Quick Reference
1. Install two AA batteries in the battery compartment on back of case. 2. To turn on iFINDER, press and release PWR key. 3. Opening screen displays map of North America at the 4,000 mile zoom range. Rotate through the three main Page screens (Map Page, Satellite Status Page, Navigation Page) by repeatedly pressing PAGES key. Switch Pages to display Satellite Status Page. 4. Wait while unit locates satellites and calculates current position. Process is visible on Satellite page. This takes an average of 1 minute or less under clear sky conditions (unobstructed by terrain or structures). When the unit acquires position, a position acquired message appears. 5. With position acquired, press PAGES key to display Map Page, which shows a bird's eye view of the earth. You can move around the map by: Zoom in closer to see greater detail: press ZIN (zoom in key.) Zoom out to see more area, less detail: press ZOUT (zoom out key.) Scroll map north, south, east or west using arrow keys . To stop scrolling and return to current position on map, press EXIT key. 6. Set Home waypoint at your current position so you can navigate back here: press ENT|ENT. 7. Zoom/scroll map to find a nearby object or location. Use arrow keys to center cursor cross-hair over the map object or location. 8. To navigate to the selected location: press MENU|ENT|EXIT. Follow steering arrow on Map Page or compass bearing arrow on Navigation Page. 9. At destination, Arrival Alarm goes off; to clear it, press EXIT. Cancel navigation: press MENU| to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT| to YES|ENT. 10. Navigate back home by Go To Home or Navigate Trail. Go Home: press FIND|ENT; follow navigation arrows. Trail: press MENU| to NAVIGATE TRAIL|ENT. Wait while route is calculated, then follow arrows. 11. Back home, Arrival Alarm goes off; press EXIT. Cancel navigation: press MENU| to CANCEL NAVIGATION|ENT| to YES|ENT. 2

Easy Mode Operation

This section addresses Easy Mode operation for iFINDER's main GPS functions. The principles are the same in both operating modes, so this discussion also serves as a good introduction to Advanced Mode work.

The iFINDER Keypad

You'll control the iFINDER Go with its keyboard, which includes: PWR/LIGHT (Power & Light) The PWR key turns the unit on and off and activates the backlight. Turn off the unit by pressing and holding the PWR key for 3 seconds. PAGES Pressing this key switches the unit between the three different page screens in Easy Mode. (Satellite, Navigation and Map.) Each page represents one of the unit's major operation modes. MENU Press this key to show the menus, which allow you to select or adjust a feature from a list. ARROW KEYS These keys are used to navigate through the menus, make menu selections, move the map cursor and enter data. ENT/SAVE (Enter & Save) This key allows you to save data, accept values or execute menu commands. EXIT The Exit key lets you return to the previous screen and clear data or close menus. FIND The Find key launches the iFINDER search menus. ZOUT and ZIN (Zoom Out and Zoom In) These keys let you zoom the screen in or out to see either a larger geographic area on the map, or greater detail in a smaller map area. You can press ZOUT and ZIN at the same time to create a Man Overboard waypoint at your current location and begin navigating back to it.

Main Menu

Easy Mode has a single Main Menu, which contains the commands you'll use to operate your iFINDER. Some important Main Menu commands and their functions are: 3
Screen command: changes the contrast or brightness of the display. Software Info command: shows the product name and software version of the unit's operating system software, as well as copyright notices. Advanced Mode command: used to switch to Advanced Mode operation.
Easy Mode has three Page displays that represent the three major operating modes. They are the Satellite Status Page, the Navigation Page and the Map Page. They are accessed by pressing the PAGES key, which cycles among them. Navigation Page This Page has a compass rose. It shows your direction of travel and the direction to a recalled waypoint. The navigation screen looks like the one in the following image when you're not navigating to a waypoint or other destination. Your position is shown by an arrow in the center of the screen. Your trail history, or path you've taken, is depicted by the line extending from the arrow.
Present position arrow Compass rose

Trail line Navigation information display The Navigation Page looks like this when iFINDER is not navigating.
When navigating to a waypoint or following a route, the Navigation screen looks like the one shown in the following image.
Current track or heading, shown in degrees Waypoint symbol
Compass bearing to destination Bearing arrow Trail line

Destination name

Navigation information display
Navigation Page, backtracking a trail.
Satellite Status Page This Page, shown in the following images, provides detailed information on the status of iFINDER's satellite lock-on and position acquisition. To get to the Satellite Status Page: press PAGES repeatedly until the page you want appears. This page shows you the quality and accuracy of the current satellite lock-on and position calculation.
Satellite Page shown at left with no position and no satellites, in center with satellites acquired (but no lock), and at right with a 3D position lock.
WARNING: Do not begin navigating with this unit until the numbers have stopped flashing! On any display page, a flashing current position indicator/question mark symbol and flashing GPS data displays indicate that satellite lock has been lost and there is no position confirmed. Map Page The map screens show your course and track from a "bird's-eye" view. By default, this unit shows the map with north always at the top of the screen. If you're navigating to a waypoint, the map also shows your starting location, present position, course line and destination. Using the map is as simple as pressing the PAGES key. A screen similar to those in the following images appears. The arrow flashing in the center of the screen is your present position. It points in the direction you're traveling. The solid line extending from the arrow is your plot trail, or path you've taken.
Map Page screen and various zoom levels.
Use the Zoom In and Zoom Out keys to enlarge or reduce the map's coverage area and the amount of mapping detail shown. The map data loaded in your iFINDER Go contains a low-detail world map and a medium detail USA map. The Go2 model contains the same maps plus high detail USA lake, river and coastal shoreline data. 6
The low-detail world map contains some large cities and most country political boundaries. The medium-detail U.S. map contains: all incorporated cities; shaded metropolitan areas; county boundaries; some major city streets; Interstate, U.S. and state highways; lakes and streams and more than 60,000 navigation aids and 10,000 wrecks and obstructions in U.S. coastal and Great Lakes waters. The map also contains exit services information for Interstate highways. The iFINDER Go2 International contains a worldwide reference map with basic coverage of country political boundaries, major lakes, rivers and coastal waters, plus key cities, and major and minor highways.
Moving Around the Map: Zoom & Cursor Arrow Keys

The map is presented from a bird's eye view perspective. The current zoom range shows in the lower left corner of the screen. 1. Press the ZIN key (zoom in) to move in closer and see greater detail in a smaller geographic area. 2. Press the ZOUT key (zoom out) to move farther away and see less map detail, but a larger geographic area. When you are walking or riding in a vehicle, the map will automatically move as you move. This keeps your current location roughly centered on the screen. You can manually pan or scroll the map northward, southward, eastward or westward by using the arrow keys, which launches the cross-hair map cursor. This allows you to look at map places other than your current position. To clear the cursor, press EXIT, which jumps the map back to the current position or the last known position.
Selecting Any Map Item with the Cursor
1. Use the zoom keys and the arrow keys to move around the map and find the item you wish to select. 2. Use the arrow keys and center the cursor cross-hair on the desired object. On most items, a pop-up box will give the name of the selected item. You will also notice a black ring surrounds the item as it becomes 7
selected. Once that happens, if you press FIND the Find Menu will pop up with an extra option at the top of the list: SELECTED ITEM. Press ENT to see the Waypoint Information screen for the selected item.

Set Home Waypoint

A waypoint is simply an electronic "address," based on the latitude and longitude of a position on the earth. Easy Mode allows you to save two waypoints (Home and Man Overboard). To save a Home Waypoint: 1. Press and release ENT. 2. The SAVE AS HOME WAYPOINT? menu appears, with YES highlighted. To accept yes, press ENT. The waypoint appears on the map as an X, named "Home."

Pop-up box

Save Home Waypoint menu, left. At right, Home waypoint, with X symbol and name. When selected by the cursor, the pop-up box appears.
The example shows waypoint set at the cursor location. If cursor was not active, the point would be placed at the current position. Caution: Saving a new "Home" waypoint will overwrite and erase the previous "Home" waypoint. Navigate Back Home This command will automatically take you back to the "Home" waypoint you created. 1. Press FIND|ENT; then follow navigation arrows on the Map Page or the compass rose on the Navigation Page. To stop navigating to the waypoint, use the Cancel Navigation command. 8
Navigate to Cursor Position on Map
The Go To Cursor command navigates to the current cursor position on the map. It's a quick and handy way to navigate to anything you can see on the map display. Simply select the item with the map cursor as described earlier, then press MENU|ENT to make the iFINDER begin navigating to the cursor location. The Map Page will display a dotted line from your current position to the cursor position. The Navigation Page displays a compass rose showing navigation information to your destination. See the following examples. To stop navigating to the cursor, use the Cancel Navigation command.

Creating and Saving a Trail
A trail, or plot trail, is a history of the path you have taken. On the screen, trails are represented by a solid line extending from the back of the current position arrow. This unit automatically creates a plot trail when turned on, and this trail is automatically saved in memory when the unit is turned off. The iFINDER continues recording the same trail until you "clear the trail," which erases the old trail and starts creation of a new trail.
Navigating or Backtracking a Trail
There are two methods for following your back trail. The simplest requires no menu commands at all, but provides no navigation information during the trip. The other requires only three key strokes and provides a full range of navigation data. Try both methods and see which you prefer. When hiking at walking speed, we often just use visual back trailing. At faster speeds, the Navigate Trail command is handy. Visual Back Trailing 1. On the Map Page, zoom (ZIN or ZOUT) so your flashing trail is visible. 2. Begin moving and watch the Map Page (or Navigation Page, if you prefer). Simply walk or steer so that your current position arrow traces along the trail you have just made. 9
Navigate a Back Trail 1. Press MENU| to NAVIGATE TRAIL|ENT. 2. Now, begin moving and follow your iFINDER's instructions. On the map, your original trail is visible as a flashing solid line, along with a roughly parallel dotted line indicating the back trail to follow. The map contains a steer arrow in the lower right corner. This arrow shows you where to steer to reach the next waypoint on your back trail.
North Trail waypoint symbol Steer arrow Present position arrow

Bearing arrow

Trail line

Trail waypoint symbol

When you Navigate a trail, the iFINDER gives navigation instructions on both the Map and Navigation pages.
The Navigation Page will also show the trail line and a bearing arrow, which points to the next waypoint on the trail. As you travel, the arrival alarm will go off when you near a trail waypoint, and the steer arrow (on the map) and bearing arrow (on the compass rose) will swing around and point to the next trail waypoint. Press EXIT to clear the alarm. To stop navigating along the trail, use the Cancel Navigation command. Clearing or Erasing a Trail You can erase the current trail and automatically begin recording a new one by using the Clear Trail command. 1. Press MENU| to CLEAR TRAIL|ENT. iFINDER asks if you're sure; press |ENT. 2. Return to the page by pressing EXIT. 10

LOWRANCE DATABASES LICENSE AGREEMENT
THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE END-USER WHO FIRST PURCHASES THIS PRODUCT AS A CONSUMER ITEM FOR PERSONAL, FAMILY, OR HOUSEHOLD USE ("YOU") AND LOWRANCE ELECTRONICS, INC., THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS PRODUCT ("WE", "OUR", OR "US"). USING THE PRODUCT ACCOMPANIED BY THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT ACCEPT ALL TERMS AND CONDITIONS, PROMPTLY RETURN THE PRODUCT WITHIN 30 DAYS OF PURCHASE. PLEASE RETURN USING THE ENCLOSED UPS SHIPPING LABEL AND INCLUDE: PROOF OF PURCHASE, NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE NUMBER. YOUR PURCHASE PRICE AND ANY APPLICABLE TAXES WILL BE REFUNDED. PLEASE ALLOW 4-6 WEEKS TO PROCESS YOUR REFUND. 1. This License Agreement applies to the one or more databases that your product may contain. We refer to these singly as a "Database" and together as the "Databases." Your product may thus include the "WBS Database" which contains worldwide background surface mapping data, the "SmartMap Database" which contains inland mapping data, or other Databases. 2. The Databases that your product may contain are licensed, not sold. We grant to you the nonexclusive, nonassignable right to use these Databases for supplemental navigation reference purposes, but only as long as you comply with the terms and conditions of this License Agreement. We reserve the right to terminate this license if you violate any aspect of this License Agreement. You are responsible for using official government charts and prudent navigation for safe travel. 3. The Databases housed in your product are protected by the copyright notices appearing on the product or its screen(s). You may NOT modify, adapt, translate, reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, rent, lease, or resell any Database, and you may NOT create derivative works based upon any Database or its contents. Any unauthorized reproduction, use, or transfer of a Database may be a crime and may subject you to damages and attorney fees. 4. This License Agreement will terminate immediately without prior notice from us if you fail to comply with or violate any of the provisions of this Agreement. Upon termination, you will promptly return all products containing one or more Databases to us. 5. Prices and programs are subject to change without notice. 6. This License Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Oklahoma and comprises the complete and exclusive understanding between you and us concerning the above subject matter.
DATABASES LIMITED WARRANTY
"We", "our", or "us" refers to Lowrance Electronics, Inc., the manufacturer of this product. "You" or "your" refers to the first person who purchases the product as a consumer item for personal, family, or household use. The Databases Limited Warranty applies to the one or more databases that your product may contain. We refer to each of these as a "Database" or together as the "Databases." Your product may thus include the "WBS Database" which contains worldwide background surface mapping data, the "SmartMap Database" which contains inland mapping data, or other Databases. We warrant to you that we have accurately compiled, processed, and reproduced the portions of the source material on which the Databases are based. However, we are under no obligation to provide updates to the Databases, and the data contained in the Databases may be incomplete when compared to the source material. WE MAKE NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND ABOUT THE ACCURACY OF THE SOURCE MATERIAL ITSELF, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. If there is a defect in any Database, your exclusive remedy shall be, at our option, either a refund of the price you paid for the product containing the defective Database or a replacement of such product. WE WILL NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR OTHER INDIRECT DAMAGE OF ANY KIND. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty does NOT apply in the following circumstances: (1) when the product has been serviced or repaired by anyone other than us; (2) when the product has been connected, installed, combined, altered, adjusted, or handled in a manner other than according to the instructions furnished with the product; (3) when any serial number has been effaced, altered, or removed; or (4) when any defect, problem, loss, or damage has resulted from any accident, misuse, negligence, or carelessness, or from any failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance in accordance with the instructions of the owners manual for the product. We reserve the right to make changes or improvements in our products from time to time without incurring the obligation to install such improvements or changes on equipment or items previously manufactured. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Your remedies under this warranty will be available so long as you can show in a reasonable manner that the defect occurred within one (1) year from the date of your original purchase, and we must receive your warranty claim no later than 30 days after such 1-year period expires. Your claim must be substantiated by a dated sales receipt or sales slip.

LOWRANCE ELECTRONICS FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
"We," "our," or "us" refers to LOWRANCE ELECTRONICS, INC., the manufacturer of this product. "You" or "your" refers to the first person who purchases this product as a consumer item for personal, family or household use. We warrant this product against defects or malfunctions in materials and workmanship, and against failure to conform to this product's written specifications, all for one (1) year from the date of original purchase by you. WE MAKE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER CONCERNING THIS PRODUCT. Your remedies under this warranty will be available so long as you can show in a reasonable manner that any defect or malfunction in materials or workmanship, or any non-conformity with the product's written specifications, occurred within one year from the date of your original purchase, which must be substantiated by a dated sales receipt or sales slip. Any such defect, malfunction, or non-conformity which occurs within one year from your original purchase date will either be repaired without charge or be replaced with a new product identical or reasonably equivalent to this product, at our option, within a reasonable time after our receipt of the product. If such defect, malfunction, or non-conformity remains after a reasonable number of attempts to repair by us, you may elect to obtain without charge a replacement of the product or a refund for the product. THIS REPAIR, OR REPLACEMENT OR REFUND (AS JUST DESCRIBED) IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY AVAILABLE TO YOU AGAINST US FOR ANY DEFECT, MALFUNCTION, OR NON-CONFORMITY CONCERNING THE PRODUCT OR FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM ANY OTHER CAUSE WHATSOEVER. WE WILL NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR OTHER INDIRECT DAMAGE OF ANY KIND. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty does NOT apply in the following circumstances: (1) when the product has been serviced or repaired by anyone other than us; (2) when the product has been connected, installed, combined, altered, adjusted, or handled in a manner other than according to the instructions furnished with the product; (3) when any serial number has been effaced, altered, or removed; or (4) when any defect, problem, loss, or damage has resulted from any accident, misuse, negligence, or carelessness, or from any failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance in accordance with the instructions of the owner's manual for the product. We reserve the right to make changes or improvements in our products from time to time without incurring the obligation to install such improvements or changes on equipment or items previously manufactured. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state. REMINDER: You must retain the sales slip or sales receipt proving the date of your original purchase in case warranty service is ever required.

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How to Obtain Service

in the USA:
Contact the Factory Customer Service Department. Call toll-free:

800-324-1356.

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Standard Time, M-F Lowrance Electronics may find it necessary to change or end our shipping policies, regulations and special offers at any time. We reserve the right to do so without notice.

in Canada:

800-661-3983
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Contact the dealer in the country where you purchased your unit. To locate a dealer near you, visit the web site, www.lowrance.com, and look for the Dealer Locator.
Accessory Ordering Information
LEI Extras, Inc. is the accessory source for sonar and GPS products manufactured by Lowrance Electronics. To order Lowrance accessories, please contact: 1) Your local marine dealer, outdoor equipment store or consumer electronics store. To locate a Lowrance dealer, visit the web site, www.lowrance.com, and look for the Dealer Locator. Or, consult your telephone directory for listings. 2) U.S. customers: LEI Extras Inc., PO Box 129, Catoosa, OK 74015-0129 Call toll free in the U.S., 800-324-0045, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Standard Time, M-F, or visit our web site www.lei-extras.com. 3) Canadian customers: Lowrance/Eagle Canada, 919 Matheson Blvd. E. Mississauga, Ontario L4W2R7 or fax 905-629-3118. Call toll free in Canada, 800-661-3983, or dial 905 629-1614 (not toll free), 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Standard Time, M-F. Pub. 988-0148-622 Printed in USA 050405 Copyright 2005 All Rights Reserved Lowrance Electronics, Inc.