Garmin DC 30 Dog Tracking Collar Owner's manual

GPS-enabled dog tracking system

Astro

™

owner’s manual

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Astro

Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual i

Introduction

This manual provides user information for the Garmin

®

Astro

™

220 Dog Tracking System.

Tips and Shortcuts

Press MENU twice to return to the Main Menu from

any page.

Press BACK to move backward through your steps.

To extend battery life of the Astro 220, turn the unit

off when you are not using it, and decrease the level of

the display backlight (page 4).

To extend the DC 30 battery life, turn the unit off

when you are not tracking a dog, or decrease the

update rate (page 13).

Product Registration

Help us better support you by completing our online

registration today! Connect to our Web site at

www.my.garmin.com. Keep the original sales receipt, or a

photocopy, in a safe place.

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Contact Garmin

Contact Garmin if you have any questions while using

your Astro 220. In the USA contact Garmin Product

Support by phone: (913) 397-8200 or (800) 800-1020, or

go to www.garmin.com/support/.

In Europe, contact Garmin (Europe) Ltd. at +44 (0)

870.8501241 (outside the UK) or 0808 2380000 (within

the UK).

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for your Garmin products.

Subscribe to online services for Points of Interest

(POIs) and other useful items.

Unlock optional maps.

Access MotionBased

®

Web-based activity tracker

where you can view your saved tracks.

Download geocaches to your unit.

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ii Astro Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual

Introduction

Table of Contents

Introduction .............................................................i

Tips and Shortcuts ....................................................... i

Product Registration .................................................... i

Contact Garmin ........................................................... i

myGarmin .................................................................... i

DC 30 Battery Warnings ............................................ iv

Getting Started .......................................................1

Unit Overview .............................................................1

Installing the Batteries in the Astro 220 ......................2

Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions ...................... 3

Turning the Astro 220 On ...........................................4

Charging the DC 30 .................................................... 4

Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals ................................. 5

Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass ............................ 6

Operating the Astro 220 .............................................6

Manual Conventions ................................................... 7

On-Screen Messages ................................................. 7

Dog Tracking ..........................................................8

Communicating with the DC 30 .................................. 8

Tracking a Dog ......................................................... 10

Main Menu ............................................................14

Mark Location ......................................................15

Averaging a Marked Location ................................... 16

Projecting a Location ................................................ 16

Map Page ..............................................................17

Map Page Options .................................................... 17

Data Fields ...............................................................18

Measuring Distance .................................................. 19

Find Features .......................................................20

Item Information Page Options ................................. 22

Using Optional Detailed Maps .................................. 22

POI Loader and Custom Points of Interest ............... 23

GPS Applications ................................................24

Using the Trip Computer ..........................................24

Using the Compass Page ......................................... 25

Using the Altimeter Page .......................................... 28

Using Tracks ............................................................. 30

Creating Routes .......................................................34

Using the Highway Page .......................................... 37

Using Proximity Locations ........................................ 37

Using Turn Preview .................................................. 38

Using Active Route ................................................... 39

Using the Satellite Page ........................................... 39

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Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual iii

Introduction

Accessories .........................................................41

Calendar ................................................................... 41

Calculator .................................................................42

Stopwatch ................................................................. 42

Sunrise/Sunset ......................................................... 42

Hunting Almanac ...................................................... 43

Games ...................................................................... 43

Settings ................................................................44

System Setup ........................................................... 44

Dog List Setup .......................................................... 45

Dog Alerts Setup ......................................................45

Display Setup ...........................................................45

Tones Setup ............................................................. 46

Main Menu Setup .....................................................46

Map Setup ................................................................ 46

Routing Setup ........................................................... 49

Geocache Setup ....................................................... 51

Marine Alarms Setup ................................................ 51

Time Setup ............................................................... 51

Units Setup ............................................................... 52

Heading Setup .......................................................... 52

Calibration Setup ...................................................... 53

Altimeter Setup ......................................................... 53

Appendix ..............................................................54

Specications ...........................................................54

Optional Accessories ................................................ 56

Transferring Data ...................................................... 56

Caring for the Astro 220 System ..............................60

Software License Agreement ...................................61

Index .....................................................................64

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Introduction

NOTICE REGARDING LEGAL RESTRICTIONS; SPECIAL

NOTICE TO USERS IN CALIFORNIA AND ALASKA:

State law in California prohibits the use of GPS dog collars for

the pursuit of mammals. Alaska law prohibits guides from using

GPS devices to assist in the taking of big game animals. This is not

intended to be an exhaustive list of applicable laws and ordinances,

and Garmin makes no such guarantees or warranties that this list is

complete. Check your state and local laws and ordinances to ensure

you fully understand any restrictions applicable to this product in your

jurisdiction prior to purchase and/or use. Garmin does not assume any

responsibility for any nes, penalties, or damages that may be incurred

as a result of any state or local law or ordinance relating to use of the

product.

DC 30 Battery Warnings

If these guidelines are not followed, the internal lithium-ion battery

may experience a shortened life span or may present a risk of damage

to the DC 30, re, chemical burn, electrolyte leak, or injury.

Contact your local waste department to properly dispose of the

unit/battery.

Do not leave the unit exposed to a heat source or in a

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high-temperature location, such as in the sun in an unattended

vehicle on a hot day. To prevent damage, remove the unit from the

vehicle or store it out of direct sunlight, such as in the glove box.

Do not incinerate the DC 30 or the battery.

When storing the unit for a limited length of time, store within

the following temperature range: from -4˚F to 104˚F (from -20˚ to

40˚C). When storing the unit for an extended time, store within the

following temperature range: from 32˚F to 77˚F (from 0˚ to 25˚C).

Do not operate the unit outside of the following temperature range:

from -4˚ to 140˚F (from -20˚ to 60˚C).

Recharge the unit within the following temperature range: from

32˚F to 113˚F (from 0˚ to 45˚C).

The DC 30 contains a replaceable, rechargeable lithium-ion battery,

the following warnings also apply:

Do not recharge the battery outside of the unit or disassemble the

battery.

Keep the used battery away from children. Do not disassemble,

puncture, or damage the battery.

Replace the battery with a Garmin lithium-ion battery pack. Using

another battery presents a risk of re or explosion. To purchase a

replacement battery, see your Garmin dealer or the Garmin Web site

(www.garmin.com).

Do not leave the DC 30 where a dog may attempt to chew on it. If

the battery cell is punctured, electrolyte can be released that can be

harmful to the dog.

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See the Important Safety and Product Information

guide in the product box for product warnings and

other important information.

Astro

Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual 1

Getting Started

Wrist strap

attachment slot

Battery compartment

cover and access to

the microSD

™

card

tray

GPS

antenna

Battery compartment

locking D-ring

USB port

(under

weather cap)

Keypad

LCD

screen

Power

key

VHF

antenna

Getting Started

Unit Overview

Belt clip button

attachment

DC 30Battery

charging port

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Getting Started

Installing the Batteries in the

Astro 220

The Astro 220 operates on two AA alkaline, lithium

or NiMH batteries (not included). See page 44 for

information on setting the battery type.

To install the batteries:

1. Turn the D-ring ¼ turn counter-

clockwise and remove the battery

cover.

2. Insert the batteries, observing the

proper polarity.

3. Reinstall the battery cover.

Remove the batteries from your

Astro 220 when you do not expect to use

the unit for several months. When you

remove the batteries, data is not lost.

To install the wrist strap:

1. Place the small loop of the wrist strap through the slot

on the back of the unit.

2. Route the strap through the loop and pull the end of

the strap.

Belt clip button

installation (tighten

the button securely

by turning it

clockwise)

Belt clip

Wrist strap

installation

See page 57 to install or remove the microSD data card in

the battery compartment.

Battery

Compartment

Battery

Compartment

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Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual 3

Getting Started

Using the Astro 220 Keypad Functions

BACK–Press to cancel data entry or

move backward to the Main Menu.

ENT (Enter)–Press to enter highlighted

options, select data, or conrm on‑screen

messages.

IN/OUT zoom–Press to zoom in or

out on the Map page. Press to scroll

up or down a list on any other page.

DOG–Press at any time to view

the Dog Tracker page.

Rocker–Press up, down, left, or right to

highlight options and to enter data, or to move

the map-panning arrow.

MAP–Press to view the Map page.

MENU–Press to view page options. Press

twice to view the Main Menu.

MARK–Press to mark your

current location.

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Getting Started

Turning the Astro 220 On

To turn the Astro 220 on, press and hold the Power

key.

The rst time you turn the Astro 220 on, a message

appears followed by a prompt. Thereafter, when you turn

the Astro 220 on, the Garmin Logo appears, followed by

the Dog Tracker page.

Garmin Logo Dog Tracker Page

To adjust the backlight level:

1. Press and quickly release the Power key.

2. Press the

Rocker up arrow or down arrow to adjust

the brightness levels. Or, press and quickly release

the Power key to cycle through the brightness

levels.

3. Press ENTER to select a brightness level.

See page 45 to change the display colors and backlight

timeout.

Charging the DC 30

Fully charge the DC 30 before using it on a hunt. DC 30

charging temperature range is 32°F-113°F (0°C-45°C).

To charge the DC 30:

1. Connect the vehicle power cable or the AC adapter to

an appropriate electrical source.

2. Slide the connector into the battery charging port on

the side of the DC 30.

Blue LED

Battery charging port

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Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual 5

Getting Started

3. Charge the DC 30 until the blue LED on the bottom of

the unit turns off.

NOTE: Charging a fully-depleted DC 30 battery requires

4½ hours.

To turn the DC 30 on and off:

1. Press and hold the DC 30 Power key. The red

LEDs blink at a steady rate.

2. To turn the DC 30 off, press and hold the Power

key.

Battery

charging port

DC 30

Power key

LEDs blink red

when power is on

Acquiring GPS Satellite Signals

Before the Astro 220 can nd your current location and

the location of the DC 30, both units must acquire GPS

signals.

NOTE: The DC 30 does not transmit its location to

the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the

location of the DC 30, until both units have acquired

satellite signals.

To acquire GPS satellite signals:

1. Go outdoors to an open area, away from tall buildings

and trees.

2. Turn the Astro 220 and DC 30 on. Acquiring satellite

signals can take a few minutes.

The bars on the Astro 220 indicate satellite

strength. When the bars are black, the Astro 220 has

acquired satellite signals. The two red LEDs on the

DC 30 double blink at each pulse when a location x is

achieved.

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Getting Started

Calibrating the Astro 220 Compass

Calibrate the Astro 220 electronic compass the rst

time you use it, after periods of storage, after you install

new batteries, or when the unit has been exposed to

temperature changes of greater than 20°F (11°C).

Calibrate the compass outdoors. Hold the compass level

and away from objects that generate magnetic elds, such

as cars or buildings.

To calibrate the electronic compass:

1. On the Dog Tracker page (page 4), press MENU.

2. Select Calibrate Compass, and press ENTER.

3. Select Start, press ENTER, and follow the on-screen

directions.

Hold the unit

level and turn

slowly.

“Just Right,” “Too Fast,” or “Too Slow” appears,

notifying you to adjust your turning speed. Hold the

unit level while turning.

When “Calibration Successful” appears, press

ENTER.

If “Calibration Failed” appears, repeat the process.

Operating the Astro 220

The following terms are used throughout this manual:

Select–move the highlighted area on the screen up, down,

left, or right with the Rocker to select individual elds.

Field–the location on a page where data or an option can

be shown and entered. A highlighted eld appears yellow.

On-screen button

–an option on the screen. Use the

Rocker to select a button, and press ENTER.

Scroll bar–a bar that appears on the right side of a list

that is too long to t on the screen. Use the Rocker to

scroll through a list. Press IN or OUT to scroll a set of

items.

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Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual 7

Getting Started

Default–the saved factory settings. You can change the

settings, but you can revert to the factory settings by

selecting Restore Defaults.

Wizard–an on-screen guide to performing functions that

require multiple steps and options.

Manual Conventions

In this manual, small arrows (>) indicate that you

should highlight a series of items on the screen using the

Rocker, and press the ENTER key after each item. For

example, if you see “select Dog > Show Info,” highlight

Dog, press ENTER, highlight Show Info, and press

ENTER again.

Using the Status Bar

The status bar at the top of each Astro 220 page provides

status information.

Status Bar

–indicates the remaining battery power.

–appears when the Astro 220 is powered by an

external source.

–indicates the strength of acquired

satellite signals.

–blinks when the unit detects a signal (for

example, a DC 30) on the channel it is receiving.

On-Screen Messages

When an on-screen message appears, press ENTER to

acknowledge the message and close the window.

Messages also indicate temporary conditions, such as

“Calculating Route.” The message window closes as soon

as the process is completed.

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Dog Tracking

This section describes communications between the

DC 30 and the Astro, tracking dogs on the map, and

adding dogs to the Dog List.

Communicating with the DC 30

The DC 30 that was packaged with your Astro 220

System was linked with the Astro 220 at the factory. If

you are using a DC 30 that you ordered separately, follow

the instructions for adding a new dog on page 12 to

establish communications with the Astro 220.

To view communication status with the DC 30:

Press DOG to view the Dog Tracker page. The dog

name is listed in the Name eld.

NOTE: The DC 30 does not transmit its location to

the Astro 220, and the Astro 220 will not indicate the

location of the DC 30, until both units have acquired

satellite signals.

When communicating with the DC 30, the Dog Tracker

page indicates the direction of the dog, the distance away

from you, and the status of the dog. The Astro 220 can

keep track of ten dogs. Use the Rocker to scroll through

the list of dogs.

Dog pointer

(direction to

the dog)

Dog status

icon

Distance to

the dog

Dog Tracker Page

To view details about a selected dog:

1. Use the Rocker to select a dog on the list.

2. Press ENTER to view the Dog Information page.

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Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual 9

Dog Tracking

Dog name

eld

DC 30 battery

capacity

DC 30

communication

signal strength

Position update

rate and dog

communication

ID number

(page 13)

Dog status

elds

DC 30 GPS

signal strength

Dog Information Page

The Dog Information page displays the status of the dog

(Running, Sitting, Treed, On point, or Unknown?), the

distance from your location, the distance traveled, and the

average speed.

Naming the Dog

The Astro 220 assigns a name such as Dog or Dog 1 to

every Dog Unit (DC 30) linked to it.

To change the name of the dog:

1. On the Dog Information page, highlight the Name eld

and press ENTER.

2. Use the Rocker and ENTER to spell the name of the

dog.

3. Select OK > ENTER when you are nished.

Using Go To, Map, and Reset

Select Go To to navigate to your dog.

Select Map to view the location and movement of

your dog.

Select Reset to reset the dog statistics and the track

log (page 30) for that dog.

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Dog Tracking

Dog Information Page Options

On the Dog Information page, press MENU to access

additional dog information options.

Stop (or Start) Tracking–stops (or starts) tracking the

dog.

Identify Dog Unit–displays the DC 30 software

version on the Astro and causes the DC 30 LEDs to

blink rapidly for ten seconds.

Change Comm. Settings–allows you to assign a new

ID number (page 13) to a dog to avoid conicting

signals and/or the rate of reporting (5, 10, or 30

seconds).

Transfer Dog Unit Track

–transfers detailed tracks

from the DC 30 to a computer (page 60).

Delete Dog Unit Track

–deletes the track log for the

dog.

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Change Dog Unit Type–allows you to identify the

dog type so that the appropriate dog status symbols

are shown. Choose from Auto, Pointing Dog, Treeing

Dog, or Pet.

Upgrade Dog Unit–downloads software updates to

the DC 30 (page 59).

Tracking a Dog

Attach the DC 30 with the collar to your dog’s neck with

the VHF antenna (page 1) pointing up.

To ensure maximum compass accuracy, calibrate your

compass (page 6) and hold the Astro 220 level.

Tracking a Dog on the Dog Tracker Page

The Dog Tracker page shows the direction and distance

of the dog from the Astro 220, and the status of the dog.

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Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual 11

Dog Tracking

To view the Dog Tracker page:

Press DOG.

The dog you are tracking is identied and the dog pointer

indicates its direction from you. The dog pointer is most

accurate when you are holding the Astro 220 level and

the dog is farther than 30 feet (9.1 meters) away. At less

than that distance, a NEAR message appears, and the dog

pointer is shortened. When you are close to the dog, the

dog pointer may be inaccurate.

To change the color of your dog’s pointer, see page 31.

Dog Status Icons

Sitting TreedRunning On point Unknown

The Unknown status symbol [?], indicates that the DC 30

has not acquired a satellite signal and that the Astro 220

cannot determine the location of the dog.

To track a dog on the Map page:

Press MAP.

The Map page indicates the following:

The location of the dog, its name, and a track

showing its movements

Your location and track

Your position is

indicated by the

position pointer

Accuracy circle

Dog track

Dog status icon

Marked

locations on

map

NOTE: When the Map page is in the Track Up

orientation mode, objects on the map appear to rotate

around your position. As you move, the entire map

reorients in the direction you are facing. To stabilize the

objects, set the orientation to North Up (page 47).

For more information about the Map page features and

custom settings, refer to page 46.

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Dog Tracking

Dog Tracker Page Options Menu

To open the Dog Tracker page Options menu:

On the Dog Tracker page, press MENU.

Show Info–opens the Dog Information page for the

selected dog.

Pause (or Resume) All Tracking–pauses tracking

of all dogs.

Calibrate Compass–calibrates the compass

(page 6).

View Dog List–opens the Dog List to add or

remove dogs.

Small Numbers (or Big Numbers)–changes the

size of the dog descriptions on the Dog Tracker

page. Press the left or right arrows on the Rocker

to scroll through multiple dogs in the Big Numbers

mode.

Adding Dogs to the Dog List

If you purchase additional DC 30 units, you can link them

to the Astro 220 using the setup wizard in the Dog List.

To link, the Astro 220 must be close enough to the DC 30

to touch it, or you must know the DC 30 ID number.

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To add a new dog to the list:

1. On the Dog Tracker page, press MENU > Dog List >

<Add New> > ENTER to open the setup wizard.

2. Use the Rocker and ENTER to select and conrm

options. By default, the new dog is named “Dog” and

an ID number is randomly assigned.

NOTE: The setup wizard may indicate that there is a

conict with the ID number of another dog. To resolve

the conict, follow the instructions in the setup wizard

and in “Conicting Dog Signals.”

Conicting Dog Signals

Each dog you track has its own ID number. If two dogs

within range of the Astro 220 have the same ID, the

Astro 220 warns you of a conicting ID signal. It then

opens a setup wizard to guide you through the process of

resolving the conict.

If necessary, you can manually assign a new ID number

to a dog. When possible, you should allow the Astro 220

to automatically assign IDs.

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Dog Tracking System Owner’s Manual 13

Dog Tracking

To assign a new ID number to a dog and change

the update rate:

1. On the Dog Information page, press MENU > Change

Comm. Settings.

2. Select an unassigned and nonconicting ID > OK.

3. Change the update rate, if desired. Both 10-second

and 30-second updates reduce battery drain, but

they create a less-detailed dog track and collected

statistics.

4. Ensure that the Astro 220 is within a few feet of the

DC 30.

5. Complete the setup wizard instructions.

Tips for Successful Tracking

Use a fully charged DC 30. A fully charged DC 30

operates for approximately 17 hours when using

5-second interval reporting.

Use line-of-sight radio communication. The Astro 220

and DC 30 use radio signals to communicate. Objects

in the path of radio signals degrade the quality of

the signals. Keeping an unobstructed line of sight

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between you and your dog’s DC 30 produces the best

communication signal. Obstructed radio waves result

in a poor signal. To achieve the best line-of-sight

conditions, move to the highest elevation point in your

area (for example, on the top of a hill).

BEST

GOOD

POOR

Line-of-Sight Radio Communication

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Main Menu

To open the Main Menu, press MENU > MENU.

NOTE: Items shown on the Main Menu can be moved,

deleted, or added as described on page 46.

Main Menu

Start New Hunt–resets dog statistics and track logs, and

marks your starting location.

Go To Marked Location

–provides directions to a

location you have marked (page 15).

View Sunrise/Sunset–shows the time of sunrise, sunset,

moonrise, and moonset, and current relative positions of

the sun and moon.

To view the rise and set times for a different date or

location, select the Date eld to open the on-screen

keypad or select the New Location menu.

To view positions of the sun and moon at a different

time, select the Time eld.

View Hunting Almanac–provides predicted best times

for hunting and shing for a specic date and location.

To view predictions for a different date, select the

Date eld.

To view predictions for a different location, select the

Location eld > Use Map and select a point using

the Rocker. Select Use Find Menu to view locations

stored on the map.

Advanced–displays advanced options.

Find (page 20)

GPS Applications (page 24)

Accessories (page 41)

Settings (page 44)

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