Geko™ 201
Personal Navigator®
owner’s
manual
and
reference
guide
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October 2003 Part Number 190-00297-01 Rev. C
Printed in Taiwan
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Introduction
On Your Mark. . .
Let the Fun Begin
fun (noun):
1. A source of enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure.
2. Enjoyment; amusement: have fun at the party.
3. Playful, often noisy, activity.
We don’t know about the noise, but fun and simplicity is what the Geko 201 is all about.
To get the most out of your new Geko 201, take the time to read through this Owner’s
Manual to understand the operating features of the unit. This manual has been designed to
provide all that you need to know to operate your Geko 201.
Geko 201 Registration
Help us better support you by completing your on-line registration today!
Connect to our Web Site (www.garmin.com) and look for the Product Registration link
on the home page. Your unit’s serial number is in the battery compartment.
Thanks for choosing the Garmin Geko 201. If you have any questions or comments
regarding the use of the Geko 201 you can visit our Web Site or contact our Customer
Service Department M-F, 8:00-5:00 CST (except holidays) at 1-800-800-1020.
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Introduction
Table of Contents
Introduction
Registration ............................................................. i
Table of Contents ................................................... ii
Warnings and Cautions ......................................... iii
FCC Compliance Statement .................................. iv
Software License Agreement .................................. iv
Installing the Batteries ............................................ v
Buttons.................................................................. vi
Satellite Pages
Page Basics ............................................................. 2
Options.................................................................. 3
Map Page
Page Basics ............................................................. 4
Options.................................................................. 5
Navigation Page
Page Basics ............................................................. 7
Options.................................................................. 8
Trip Computer Page
Page Basics ............................................................. 9
Options................................................................ 10
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Main Menu Page
Page Basics and Options....................................... 11
Mark ................................................................. 11
Waypoints......................................................... 13
Tracks ............................................................... 16
Routes............................................................... 19
Games............................................................... 22
Setup ................................................................ 24
Setup Page Options
Time............................................................. 24
Display......................................................... 26
Units............................................................ 27
Interface ...................................................... 30
System ......................................................... 32
Appendices....................................................34-36
Appendix A: Specifi cations................................... 34
Appendix B: Accessories....................................... 35
Appendix C: Wiring Diagram............................... 36
Index..............................................................37-39
Warranty ............................................................ 40
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WARNING: If you choose to use the Geko 201 in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibil-
ity of the owner/operator of the Geko 201 to secure the GPS unit so that it will not cause
damage or personal injury in the event of an accident. Do not mount the Geko 201 over
airbag panels or in a place where the driver or passengers are likely to have an impact with
it in an accident or collision.
WARNING: If you choose to use the Geko 201 in a vehicle, it is the sole responsibility
of the operator of the vehicle to operate the vehicle in a safe manner, maintain full surveil-
lance of all driving conditions at all times, and never become distracted by the Geko 201 to
the exclusion of safe operating practices. It is unsafe to operate the Geko 201 while you are
driving. Failure by the operator of a vehicle equipped with an Geko 201 to pay full atten-
tion to operating the vehicle and road conditions while the vehicle is in motion could result
in an accident or collision with property damage and personal injury.
WARNING: This product, its packaging, and its components contain chemicals known
to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. This Notice is
being provided in accordance with California’s Proposition 65. If you have any questions or
would like additional information, please refer to our web site at www.garmin.com/prop65.
CAUTION: 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.
Although the Geko 201 is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any NAVAID
can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
CAUTION: Electronics are protected if submerged, but the battery compartment may
get wet. Make sure the batteries and the compartment are dry before using.
Introduction
Warnings and Cautions
CAUTION: IT IS THE USER’S RESPON-
SIBILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT PRU-
DENTLY. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED
TO BE USED ONLY AS A TRAVEL AID AND
MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE
REQUIRING PRECISE MEASUREMENT OF
DIRECTION, DISTANCE, LOCATION, OR
TOPOGRAPHY.
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Introduction
FCC Compliance
Statement
Software License Agreement
iv
The Geko 201 complies with Part 15 of the FCC interference limits for Class B digital devices FOR HOME
OR OFFICE USE. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation, and are more stringent than “outdoor” requirements.
Operation of this device is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not 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 reorienting or relocating the receiving antenna.
The Geko 201 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should be made only by an authorized
Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs can void your warranty and your authority to operate this device
under Part 15 regulations.
BY USING THE Geko 201, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE FOL-
LOWING SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT. PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY.
Garmin grants you a limited license to use the software embedded in this device (the “Software”) in binary
executable form in the normal operation of the product. Title, ownership rights and intellectual property rights in
and to the Software remain in Garmin.
You acknowledge that the Software is the property of Garmin and is protected under the United States of
America copyright laws and international copyright treaties. You further acknowledge that the structure, organiza-
tion and code of the Software are valuable trade secrets of Garmin and that the Software in source code form
remains a valuable trade secret of Garmin. You agree not to decompile, disassemble, modify, reverse assemble,
reverse engineer or reduce to human readable form the Software or any part thereof or create any derivative works
based on the Software. You agree not to export or re-export the Software to any country in violation of the export
control laws of the United States of America.
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Installing the Batteries
The Geko 201 operates on two AAA batteries (not included), installed in the back of
the unit. To install the batteries, remove the battery cover by inserting a coin in the bottom
slot. Twist the coin to lift the cover up and pull away. Insert the batteries, observing proper
polarity. Attach the battery cover by inserting the tab end into the back slot at an angle,
laying it fl at, and then pushing it forward until the clip catches. Alkaline batteries should
last as long as 12 hours. Rechargeable Alkaline, NiMH, NiCad or Lithium batteries may be
used, but cannot be charged while in the unit.
Introduction
Installing Batteries
External power and data
connector (under rubber tab)
Battery
Compartment
NOTE: If you intend to store your Geko 201 for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries. Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions for the
proper care and handling of the batteries.
Battery usage icon shows
an estimate of battery
life left. Four squares
with the battery outline
indicates a full battery.
Four squares alone
indicates the use of an
external power source.
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• Press to highlight options on pages and menus
• Press to adjust display contrast on the Satellite Page
• Press to Zoom out (UP) and in (DOWN) on the Map Page
• Press to cycle through the data fi elds on the Navigation Page
The UP/DOWN Buttons:
The OK Button:
• Press to confi rm data entry or menu selection
• Press and hold to Mark your current position and access the Mark Waypoint
• Press and hold to turn the unit on and off
• Press and release (with the unit on) to turn the backlight on and off
Page
The POWER Button:
The PAGE Button:
• Press to switch between the Main Pages
• Press to ‘undo’ for the most recent action
POWER
Button
PAGE
Button
Introduction
Geko 201 Buttons
UP Button
DOWN Button
OK
Button
LCD Display
(with backlight)
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