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By Kathy Etling The BackTrack GPS, Bushnell's personal location finder, is simplicity itself with just two buttons, an easy to read screen and the capability to save up to three locations. Select a location and the BackTrack will display the direction that must be traveled to return there and the total distance to be covered. All you must do is follow the pointing arrow. In digital compass mode the BackTrack indicates direction of travel in compass degrees with reference to magnetic North. The compact BackTrack's SiRF Star III GPS receiver assures optimal GPS sensitivity. The unit is powered by two AAA batteries. CONTACT: Bushnell, (800) 423-3537, www.bushnell.com
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Quick Start Guide

Model #s:
360050 / 360051 / 360052 / 360053 / 360055 Lit# 98-1572/02-10
Full Instruction Manual available online at: http://www.bushnell.com/manuals/gps
Control & Display Guide
MARK/Backlight Button Battery Indicator MODE/Power Button

Satellite Locked Icon

Distance to Location or Compass Heading (in compass mode only) Compass Mode Icon

Distance Units

Location Mode Icons (Home, Car, Favorite Spot)
Note: Display as shown above is for reference purposes only. All icons and data will not appear simultaneously on the BackTracks display during normal operation.
Rotate battery cover clockwise to open

Batteries Inserted

1. pen the battery cover on the back of the BackTrack (tap the unit in palm of your hand after rotating the cover as O shown), insert two AA batteries (alkaline or lithium), and replace the cover. Change batteries when low power is shown by the battery indicator icon. Make sure the battery contacts are clean and replace both batteries at once. Remove the batteries when storing the unit longer than a few weeks. HOLD
Take the BackTrack Outdoors HOLD Mode/Power Button Satellite Icon Not Flashing
2. OLD (keep pressed for 2 seconds) the MODE/Power button to turn on the BackTrack. The BackTrack is ready H to use when the Satellite icon on the display stops flashing (be sure you are outdoors with a clear view of the sky).
Compass Degrees North Arrow
Compass Mode 3. he BackTrack starts out in Compass Mode the first time you turn it on. An arrow points North, and the display shows T the direction youre facing in degrees (e.g. East=90 degrees). The directional arrows work best in both Compass and Location Modes with the unit held horizontally or flat in front of you. Return to Compass Mode anytime by pushing the MODE/Power button briefly until the Compass icon is selected again. PUSH PUSH PUSH

Home Icon

Car Icon

Star Icon

PUSH Mode/Power to select from three Location icons 4. o mark a location you want to get back to, PUSH the MODE/Power button one or more times to select one of the T three Location Mode icons (Home, Car, or Star).
HOLD the MARK button down to save the location of your campsite (with the Home icon selected here)
5. fter selecting the icon you want, HOLD the MARK button (while you are physically at or near the location you want A to save), until the distance indication changes to 0. Note: it does not matter which direction you face when marking the location. PUSH HOLD
Marking an additional location
At the new location, 1-Select another icon 2-MARK the new location
6. ou may now turn the BackTracks power off by HOLDING down the MODE/Power button, or proceed to another Y location you want to mark. Be sure to select a different icon before marking this new spot. If you hold down MARK with a previously used Location icon selected, you will replace that one with your current location.
HOLD MODE/Power to turn unit back on. Display shows distance & direction to the last (most recently) marked location.
325 yds distance in direction of the arrow to your car in the parking lot PUSH PUSH MODE/Power to select the icon you used to store another location. Distance & direction to it are now displayed.

158 yds distance in direction of the arrow to your campsite 7. o return to one of your previously marked locations, it is easy! Simply turn the BackTracks power back on (HOLD the T MODE/Power buttons) and the BackTrack display will indicate the direction and distance back to the most recent location you marked. If you want to return to a previous location, just PUSH the MODE/Power button to select the icon you used when you marked it earlier. To find your way back to the selected location, simply move in the direction the arrow points and watch for the distance to decrease. When you reach your destination, a full circle of arrows will be seen at the outer edge of the display.
Returning to Compass Mode

Compass Icon

PUSH Mode/Power to select the Compass icon and use the BackTracks Compass Mode To use the BackTrack as a digital compass, simply PUSH the MODE/POWER until you see the Compass (Arrow) icon, and the BackTrack will again display an arrow pointing North, and the compass degrees for the direction its pointed (see red arrow above).
To ensure directional accuracy, hold the BackTrack out horizontally in front of you (parallel to the ground) and move it in a figure 8 pattern a few times to re-calibrate the compass.
Changing the Distance Units o change the units from English to Metric, HOLD both the MARK and MODE/POWER buttons when any T of the three location icons is selected- the distance units display changes from yd to m. The BackTrack will automatically switch from yards to miles (or meters to km) for longer distances. It can display up a maximum distance of 999 miles or kilometers. Turning on the Backlight PUSH MARK to turn on the display backlight at anytime. It will automatically turn off in 30-45 seconds. Auto Power Off ower automatically turns off after 10 minutes if no buttons have been pressed, or HOLD down MODE/POWER P to turn off manually. When the BackTrack is turned back on, it returns to the last mode you selected.

Other Operations

In a Location Mode HOLD both MODE/Power and MARK to select English or Metric units for displayed distance (yd & mi or m & km). PUSH MARK to activate backlight.

Warnings and Notices

GPS System & Location Accuracy Notice:
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. The inherent nature of the GPS system itself limits the accuracy of the distance indicated on the BackTracks display to within about 3~5 meters (or yards) of the actual marked location.

Warning:

This device is intended as a supplemental handheld navigation aide only. The user assumes all responsibility associated with the use of this product. It must not be used for any purpose requiring precise measurement of location, direction, distance, velocity or topography. This device should not be used for any aircraft navigation applications.

Vehicular Use Notice:

Bushnell is committed to the safe and responsible enjoyment of the outdoors. Do not use this product while driving. An accident can result in property damage, injury or death if the operator fails to practice prudent driving practices. It is the sole responsibility of the driver of any vehicle to operate the motor vehicle in a safe manner. Information from the GPS unit can distract the operator of a motor vehicle. It is unsafe to operate the controls of the GPS unit while operating a motor vehicle. If used in a motor vehicle, it must not be used by the operator of the motor vehicle. If it is used in a motor vehicle it must be mounted in a manner such that it does not distract the operator, does not interfere with the operators field of view, and does not block or interfere with the air bags or other safety mechanisms of the motor vehicle. Windshields and car windows with integrated metallic materials, such as defrosters, or car window tinting films, can degrade GPS reception inside a car.

Liability Notice:

In no event shall Bushnell be liable for any incidental, special, indirect or consequential damages, whether resulting from the use, misuse, or inability to use this product or from defects in the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

FCC Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded interface cable must be used with the equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
Your Bushnell BackTrack GPS unit is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one year after the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we will, at our option, repair or replace the product, provided that you return the product postage prepaid. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper handling, installation, or maintenance provided by someone other than a Bushnell Authorized Service Department. Any return made under this warranty must be accompanied by the items listed below: 1) A check/money order in the amount of $10.00 to cover the cost of postage and handling 2) Name and address for product return 3) An explanation of the defect 4) Proof of Date Purchased 5) roduct should be well packed in a sturdy outside shipping carton, to prevent damage in transit, with return postage P prepaid to the address listed below: IN U.S.A. Send To: Bushnell Outdoor Products Attn.: Repairs 8500 Marshall Drive Lenexa, Kansas 66214 IN CANADA Send To: Bushnell Outdoor Products Attn.: Repairs 25A East Pearce Street, Unit 1 Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 2M9
For products purchased outside the United States or Canada please contact your local dealer for applicable warranty information. In Europe you may also contact Bushnell at: Bushnell Germany GmbH European Service Centre Mathias-Brggen-Str. 80 D-50827 Kln GERMANY Tel: +995568-0 Fax: +995568-20 This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from country to country. 2010 Bushnell Outdoor Products
Bushnell Outdoor Products 9200 Cody, Overland Park, Kansas 66214 (800) 423-3537 www.bushnell.com 2010 Bushnell Outdoor Products