Expertgps is gps map software for your windows computer or laptop. Mapsource software necessary to upload maps can be downloaded from the garmin website. If garmin mapsource mapping software is loaded into the garmin etrex vista, the preloaded marine poi database will be erased. Aug 06, 2004 i recently bought the mapsource mapping data for my garmin etrex legend. To get the most from your new etrex legend, take time to read through this owners manual in order to understand all of the operating features. Fix shutdown issue when press menu key at first power on with 100% backlight setting. The good news is that if you own a garmin gps device, theres a way to get free garmin gps maps. Mapsource is compatible with all garmin devices except the gps 100 family of products including gps 100avd, gps 100mrn, gps 100mil and srvy ii and panel mount aviation devices. If its the standard legend, there is no way to add maps.
During the installation process, the computer told me i needed to install an update, which i. I was in the process of installing mapsource topo when this problem came up. After a check back to garmins website, and an upgrade to v4. These upgrades are specific to the specific gps units and software. Blog careers connect iq garmin connect garmin express garmin pros garmin technology inreach account shop all sales women of adventure fenix 6 series premium multisport gps watches in 3 sizes offer heart rate, pulse ox, routable maps, pace guidance, music and more. Also, an innovative rocker switch is located on the face of the unit that enables the user to input data easily, scroll through menus, or. Garmin support center is where you will find answers to frequently asked questions and resources to help with all of your garmin products. These units use the proven performance of garmin highsensitivity gps and fullfeatured mapping to create an.
Im a big fan of garmin gps devices, but i always found it disappointing that they charged extra for maps. They will only power back on if you pull and replace a battery to get a positive shutdown. And, with legends 8 mb of memory, you can add even more map detail with data from garmins entire line of mapsource mapping products. Jul 28, 2012 gps city will show you how to reset your garmin etrex series gps back to factory default settings. Also, the unit can be put into usb mass storage mode, so you can just grab the gpx files off the data card without installing any software, which is actually easy and efficient.
I had the same problem with the etrex vista maps allegedly successfully loaded, but not appearing on the unit, which started at around the time i upgraded the units software from 3. The legend s basemap contains lakes, rivers, cities, major routes, railroads and coastlines. Also, an innovative rocker switch is located on the face of the unit that enables the user to input data easily, scroll through menus, or pan the map page. Download free gps software for your garmin etrex legend hcx gps. The legend is also designed to provide precise gps positioning using correction data.
You can also save routes, waypoints, and tracks from the etrex legend c to mapsource. Adding maps is easier than ever with legend hcxs microsd card slot. This software will not work unless you already own a mapsource. The etrex legend c is waasenabled, and like all etrex units, the primary controls are oriented on the side of the unit, so the user can conveniently operate it with one hand. Particularly designed for the garmin models of the colorado, oregon and montanaseries, dakota 20, edge 605705, etrex ccxhchcxseries, etrex 2030, gpsmap60series, gpsmap62series, gpsmap76series, dezlseries, nuviseries, streetpilotseries. Garmin has loaded a full basemap of north and south america into one small unit the etrex legend. Just got a garmin legend hcx, ive been trying to put ibycus topo on but cant make any progress past downloading the torrent.
Activecaptain community blog careers garmin express garmin pros marine software updates onehelm shop all. Im looking for free software to put on the pc that will let me put waypoints into the gps and download saved information from the. These units use the proven performance of garmin highsensitivity gps and fullfeatured mapping to create an unsurpassed portable gps receiver. Im looking for free software to put on the pc that will let me put waypoints into the gps and download saved information from the gps to the computer. Back up all wanted gps data using basecamp or mapsource as a precaution before starting.
Free gps software for your garmin etrex legend h easygps. First download the mapsource programme that comes with the etrex legend hcx, you will need this to download all your tracks, routes, waypoints etc. Garmin, o logotipo da garmin, etrex, etrex legend, etrex vista, tracback e mapsource sao marcas comerciais da garmin ltd. Integrated, detailed maps of europe, africa and the near east with countries. Use basecamp software to plan your next hiking, biking, motorcycling, driving or offroading trip. This software should only be uploaded to the unit for which it is intended. Ive got an older garmin etrex that im trying to link with my pc and ive got the data cable that goes between the gps and the pc. Modified drawing code so that the map labels are now drawn on top of gps.
You can view maps, plan routes, and mark waypoints and tracks. Jun 18, 2008 if its the standard legend, there is no way to add maps. And, with legend s 24 mb of memory and usb port, you can download even more map detail with data from garmin s entire line of mapsource mapping products. Jun 03, 2007 i have the legend etrex came with a cable for connecting to com1 port, could you tell me how to activate that port. Mac os x support was added by garmin only recently. Download preloaded marine poi database for etrex legend if mapsource data is loaded to this unit, this units preloaded marine poi database. Make sure all the software is downloaded off the disc before you plug in your gps for the first time. Easygps shows all of your waypoints, tracks, geocaches, and photos in a list, with a plot of your garmin etrex legend hcx gps data on the right side of the screen. Mapsource metroguide north america v 6 gps software for etrex.
Garmin etrex legend gps bundle with mapsource us topo software. We have 1 garmin etrex legend c manual available for free pdf download. 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. Owners manual garmin etrex legend c owners manual 92 pages. If you have an hc or hcx legend, purchase a 2 gb microsd card for memory and install it in the legend. How to load a gpx file onto a handheld garmin etrex older. Nov 09, 2011 just got a garmin legend hcx, ive been trying to put ibycus topo on but cant make any progress past downloading the torrent. Software for garmin etrex legend gps geocaching forums. And in most cases, the free maps are much better than the expensive garmin maps. Fixed an issue with receiving data from removable media on windows vista.
Also it is best to perform a firmware update using garmin webupdater. Activecaptain community blog careers garmin express garmin pros marine software updates onehelm shop all sales. After installation is complete, place unit with a clear view of the sky for 1530 minutes to reacquire almanac data. Install the mapsource software that came with the gps and select the states desired, then download them to the. The builtin usb interface supports data exchange with a pc. Garmin etrex software for pc gps geocaching forums. Download the ibycus usa map mentioned ealier and save it to your desktop. Garmin etrex legend owners manual and reference manual pdf. Comes with only a usb port for communications, and works well with windows. Mapsource topo canada gps software overview and full product specs on cnet. The garmin etrex legend is very easy to use thanks to its click stick and user friendly. The internal serial number is relevant to the operating software and is required only when transferring certain types of garmin mapsource data to your unit.
How does one download mapsource software on an etrex legend to upload topo maps. First, you need a relatively recent firmware since august 2006 if your software version is older than 2. Garmin etrex legend software gps geocaching forums. This program enables the user to create, edit and view waypoints, tracks and routes on a computer and transfer them to gps devices including the legend. I have two garmin etrex handhelds in the same family both etrex from the 20032009 era and they both do the same kind of spontaneous shutdown, with a thin vertical line down the lcd, and they will not power back on with any button or combination of buttons.
Page 1 page 2 page 3 about this manual page 4 page 5 warnings and precautions page 6 software. Just insert a mapsource card with detailed street maps, and legend cx provides turnbyturn directions to your destination. Manual name revision revision date part number action. You can upgrade the supplied microsd card from the default 64mb to more than 2gb firmware 3. Make the most of your next outdoor activity, or relive the trips youve taken. I recently bought the mapsource mapping data for my garmin etrex legend. Easygps is the free, easy way to upload and download waypoints, routes, and tracks between your garmin etrex legend h gps and your windows computer. Basecamp lets you plan outdoor activities, organize your data and share your adventures with others. Like the rest of the etrex series, the rugged legend cx is waascompatible and water resistant, so it can withstand the elements or an accidental dunk in water.
Here are some of our favorite tips to get the most out of your garmin etrex legend hcx gps with easygps and expertgps, our fullfeatured mapping software if youre a geocacher, easygps lets you download geocaching gpx and loc files directly to your garmin etrex legend hcx easygps calculates the area of any garmin gps track or route, making it a perfect tool for calculating acreage on your. Garmin, etrex, autolocate, tracback, bluechart, and mapsource are registered trademarks of. The highsensitive mediatech antenna provides navigation information outdoors, in a car, in a train or even in an airplane see mapsource examples. And, with legends 24 mb of memory and usb port, you can download even more map detail with data from garmins entire line of mapsource mapping products. Back up all wanted gps data using basecamp or mapsource as.
Gps city will show you how to reset your garmin etrex series gps back to factory default settings. Fixed an issue with receiving data from removable media on windows vista 64bit. The legend hcx, which runs for up to 25 hours on a pair of aa batteries not included, measures 2. Mapsource metroguide north america v 6 gps software for. Garmin etrex legend c, garmin etrex vista, garmin etrex vista c, garmin ique 3200, garmin ique 3600. Legend also comes preloaded with marine navigation aids.
Putting topo maps on a garmin etrex legend hcx getting. Garmin etrex legend waterproof hiking gps with garmin. The garmin etrex legend hcx provides automatic route calculation and visual guidance. I have the legend etrex came with a cable for connecting to com1 port, could you tell me how to activate that port. This download area offers free firmware upgrades for select garmin units.
Click on download and choose to save the file to your computer. I have been using it successfully for over a year and wanted to get more detailed mapping information. The introduction section provides fcc and safety information and the table of contents. Garmin is not responsible for failed downloads of operating software to the gps and factory resetting the gps unit will fall under our flat rate repair policy. Just insert a mapsource card with detailed street maps, and legend hcx provides turnby. During the installation process, the computer told me i needed to install an update, which i happened to have previously. These upgrades are specific to the specific gps units and software versions listed. Garmin reserves the right to change or improve its products and to make changes in the content without obligation to notify. Just insert a mapsource card with detailed street maps, and legend hcx provides turnbyturn directions to your destination. Tramsoft garmin etrex legend english tramsoft gmbh. Mapsource software only runs on windows operating systems. Garmin etrex legend troubleshooting questions answered.
Download preloaded marine poi database for etrex legend if mapsource data is loaded to this unit. A video showing how to download the heysen trail gps files. Conveniently plug in optional preloaded microsd cards with mapsource data for your land and sea excursions. The introduction section provides fcc, safety, warranty, maintenance and product registration information. Connection to your computer is necessary for downloading of detailed map from garmin mapsource map data cds. The legends basemap contains lakes, rivers, cities, major routes, railroads and coastlines.
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