Geko™ 301
Personal Navigator®
owner’s
manual
and
reference
guide
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© Copyright 2003
Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries
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Olathe, Kansas 66062 U.S.A.
Tel. 913/397.8200
Fax 913/397.8282
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Unit 5, The Quadrangle,
Abbey Park Industrial Estate
Romsey, SO51 9DL, U.K.
Tel. 44/1794.519944
Fax 44/1794.519222
Garmin Corporation
No. 68, Jangshu 2nd Road
Shijr, Taipei County, Taiwan
Tel. 886/2.2642.9199
Fax 886/2.2642.9099
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May 2003 Part Number 190-00297-02 Rev. A
Printed in Taiwan
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Introduction
Product Registration
DON’T JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER
Are you familiar with the above phrase? Well, here is a new one: don’t judge GPS
performance merely by its size. Welcome to the world of the Geko 301, a small, compact
Global Positioning System (GPS) with capabilities that far outweigh its size. Soon, you and
your Geko 301 will be on new adventures together, and you’ll fi nd yourself wondering just
what the Geko 301 can do next. If knowledge is power, then the Geko 301 is a powerful
navigational tool right at your fi ngertips!
To get the most out of your new Geko 301, 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 301. Let the adventure begin!
PRODUCT 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 301. If you have any questions or comments
regarding the use of the Geko 301 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.
Serial Number
Use this area to record the serial number (8-digit number located inside the battery com-
partment of the unit) in case it is lost, stolen, or needs service. Be sure to keep your original
sales receipt in a safe place or attach a photocopy inside the manual.
Serial Number:
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Introduction
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION............................................ i-x
Product Registration.....................................i
Table of Contents ........................................ii
FCC Compliance........................................iii
Warnings and Cautions .............................. iv
Limited Warranty ....................................... vi
Software License Agreement ...................... vii
Maintenance............................................. viii
Installing Batteries ......................................ix
Features and Buttons...................................x
MAIN PAGES ...............................................1-2
Menu Navigation.........................................2
SATELLITE PAGE..........................................3-5
Normal Skyview..........................................4
Advanced Skyview ......................................5
MAP PAGE...................................................7-9
Options.......................................................8
Using the Track Log ....................................9
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NAVIGATION PAGE................................. 10-13
Options.................................................... 11
Data Field Options ................................... 12
Calibrate Electronic Compass................... 13
ELEVATION PAGE.................................... 14-18
Plot Over Time/Distance........................... 15
Zoom Ranges............................................ 15
Options.................................................... 16
View Points .............................................. 16
Reset ........................................................ 16
Calibrate Altimeter ................................... 17
Data Fields ............................................... 18
TRIP COMPUTER .................................... 19-20
Data Field Options ................................... 20
MENU PAGE ........................................... 21-33
Menu Navigation...................................... 21
Waypoints ................................................ 22
Mark Waypoint Page............................... 22
Review Waypoint Page............................ 24
Tracks....................................................... 26
Routes ...................................................... 29
Games ...................................................... 32
SETUP PAGE ........................................... 34-44
Time Page................................................. 34
Time Zone............................................... 34
Daylight Savings Time............................. 35
Display..................................................... 36
Light Timeout......................................... 36
Contrast.................................................. 36
Units ........................................................ 37
Position Format...................................... 37
Map Datums........................................... 37
Units of Measure..................................... 38
Interface ................................................... 39
Heading ................................................... 40
North Reference...................................... 40
System...................................................... 42
GPS Mode............................................... 42
Compass Setting..................................... 43
Altimeter Setting..................................... 43
Battery Setting......................................... 43
Languages............................................... 44
Owner Info............................................. 44
APPENDICES .......................................... 45-47
Appendix A: Specifi cations ..................... 45
Appendix B: Accessories ......................... 46
Appendix C: Wiring Diagram.................. 47
INDEX .................................................... 48-53
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Introduction
FCC Compliance
The Geko 301 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 more rea-
sonable 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 interference, 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
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 of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or and experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The Geko 301 does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Repairs should only be
made by an authorized Garmin service center. Unauthorized repairs or modifi cations
could result in permanent damage to the equipment, and void your warranty and your
authority to operated this device under Part 15 regulations.
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Warnings and
Cautions
CAUTION: Use the Geko 301 at your own risk. To reduce the risk of unsafe opera-
tion, carefully review and understand all aspects of this Owner’s Manual—and thoroughly
practice operation using the simulator mode prior to actual use. When in actual use, care-
fully compare indications from the Geko 301 to all available navigation sources, including
the information from other NAVAIDs, visual sightings, charts, etc. For safety, always resolve
any discrepancies before continuing navigation.
CAUTION: IT IS THE USER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO USE THIS PRODUCT PRU-
DENTLY. THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED TO BE USED ONLY AS A NAVIGATIONAL AID
AND MUST NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE REQUIRING PRECISE MEASUREMENT
OF DIRECTION, DISTANCE, LOCATION OR TOPOGRAPHY. THIS PRODUCT SHOULD
NOT BE USED AS AN AID TO DETERMINE GROUND PROXIMITY FOR AIRCRAFT
NAVIGATION.
WARNING: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the United States
government, 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 Garmin GPS receiver is a precision electronic NAVigation AID (NAVAID), any
NAVAID can be misused or misinterpreted and, therefore, become unsafe.
WARNING: For use in vehicles, it the sole responsibility of the driver of the vehicle to
operate the vehicle in a safe manner, maintain full surveillance of all driving conditions at all
times, and not become distracted by the Geko 301 to the exclusion of safe driving practices.
It is unsafe to operate the controls of the Geko 301 while you are driving. Failure by the
driver of a vehicle equipped with a Geko 301 to pay full attention to operation of the vehicle
and road conditions while the vehicle is in motion could result in an accident or collision
with property damage and personal injury.
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WARNING: For use in vehicles, it is the sole responsibility of the owner/operator of the
Geko 301 to secure the unit so that it will not interfere with the vehicle’s operating controls,
obstruct the driver’s view of driving conditions, or cause damage or personal injury in the
event of an accident. Do not mount the Geko 301 over air bag panels or in the fi eld of air
bag deployment. Air bags expand with a rapid force that can propel objects in their path
toward the driver or passengers causing possible injury. Refer to air bag safety precautions
contained in the vehicle’s owner manual. Do not mount the Geko 301 in a place where the
driver or passengers are likely to impact it in an accident or collision. The mounting hard-
ware provided by Garmin is not warranted against collision damage or the consequences
thereof.
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 http://www.garmin.com/
prop65.
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Warnings and
Cautions
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LIMITED WARRANTY
This Garmin product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. Within this period, Garmin
will at its sole option, repair or replace any components that fail in normal use. Such repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for
parts or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any transportation cost. This warranty does not cover failures due to abuse, misuse, accident
or unauthorized alteration or repairs.
THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES CONTAINED HEREIN ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY LIABILITY ARISING UNDER ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE,
STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, WHICH MAY VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL GARMIN 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.
Garmin retains the exclusive right to repair or replace the unit or software or offer a full refund of the purchase price at its sole discretion. SUCH REMEDY
SHALL BE YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY.
To obtain warranty service, call your local Garmin authorized dealer. Or call Garmin Customer Service at one of the numbers listed below for shipping
instructions and an RMA tracking number. The unit should be securely packed with the tracking number clearly written on the outside of the package. The
unit should be sent, freight charges prepaid, to any Garmin warranty service station. A copy of the original sales receipt is required as the proof of purchase for
warranty repairs.
Products sold through online auctions are not eligible for rebates or other special offers from Garmin. Online auction confi rmations are not accepted for
warranty verifi cation. To obtain warranty service, an original or copy of the sales receipt from the original retailer is required. Garmin will not replace missing
components from any package purchased through an online auction.
Garmin International, Inc.
1200 E. 151st Street
Olathe, KS 66062, U.S.A.
Phone: 800/800.1020
FAX: 913/397.0836
www.garmin.com
Garmin (Europe) Ltd.
Unit 5, The Quadrangle, Abbey Park Industrial Estate
Romsey, SO51 9DL, U.K.
Phone: 44/1794.519944
FAX: 44/1794.519222
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