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eTrex Owner’s Manual 7
Getting Started
Battery Information
WARNING
The temperature rating for the device
(-4°F to 158°F, or -20 to 70°C) may
exceed the usable range of some
batteries. Alkaline batteries can rupture
at high temperatures.
notice
Alkaline batteries lose a signicant
amount of their capacity as temperature
decreases. Therefore, use lithium
batteries when operating the device in
below-freezing conditions.
Installing AA Batteries
The device operates on two AA
batteries. You can use alkaline, NiMH,
or lithium batteries. Use NiMH or
lithium batteries for best results.
1. Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise,
and pull up to remove the cover.
2. Insert the batteries, observing
polarity.
3. Replace the battery cover, and turn
the D-ring clockwise.
4. Hold .
5. Select Setup > System > Battery
Type.
6. Select Alkaline, Lithium, or
Rechargeable NiMH.