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The Whistler Galileo™is designed to be user friendly andeasy to operate. The Galileo™GPS features include, butare not limited to the following:•Stora

External Functions1. External power jack provides connection for the optional 12 to 3 volt DC power cord. See 9-A.2. Data jack provides connection for

Battery InstallationThis unit requires 2 AAbatteries (not included). 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by using your thumb to grab the release t

Compact Flash CardThe Galileo™uses standard Type II Compact Flash(CF) Memory Cards. These cards can be added to theGalileo™GPS receivers through the b

The Galileo™has a protective plastic layer over the displayscreen. Remove this layer before use.You are now ready to travel with your Galileo™!Using Y

Simulation ModeTo get a feel for the many useful features and alsoconserve battery life, switch the unit to simulation mode.Simulation mode allows the

Adjusting ContrastIf lighting conditions make it hard to view the display screen, thebacklight can be adjusted for optimum viewing.1.Press the PAGE/ES

Cold StartPerforming the Cold Start function decreases the time ittakes to get a satellite lock. Cold Start means that theGalileo™has no reference to

Map PageThe Map Page displays your current position, coordinatesand zoom in/out level in miles. The Galileo™will showmajor highways, cities and coastl

Display InformationThe POI’s shown on the Map Page are represented byIcons. These Icons can be turned on or off along withroads and Interstates to all

Points Of Interests Information(Only available with the Whistler Map™software provided withthe Galileo Elite™or with the Galileo™GPS Accessory Pack)1.

Shortcut/GoTo NavigationThis type of navigation is “line-of-sight” or as the oldphrase goes “as the crow flies”, from one point to another.The Map Pag

System SettingsSome common settings that can be accessed from anypage are; Backlighting, Navigation Mode, NMEAOutput,Map Direction and Units (Miles vs

WaypointsA waypoint is a marker, shown on the map, to a locationyou would like to come back to another time. This waypoint could be a POI, intersectio

Trip PageThe Trip Page displays many data fields with informationas you travel. This information displayed includes compassheading, speed, track, trip

Compass PageThe Compass Page shows your current direction, nextwaypoint in a route, distance and time to next waypoint,and final destination. The smal

Find A City1. Start from the Map Page [See 24-A] & press the MENU Button.2. Move the Direction Button to the Search Object option andpress the OK

Find a Nearest Road1. Start from the Map Page and press the MENU Button.2. Move the Direction Button to the Nearest Search option and press the OK But

Main Menu ItemsEven if you’re not an experienced GPS user, the step-by-step procedures for the main menu items are easyto follow. The main menu consis

RoutesThe Galileo™can store 20 routes with up to 30 waypoints each.Routes can be followed either from the Map Page or on theCompass Page.Note: The rou

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Turn a Route On or Off1. Select “Routes” from the main menu.2. Select a route and press the Menu Button. If only one route is listed, it is automatica

Track LogsThink of track logs as simply “bread crumbs” that leave a trailbehind so that you can find your way back. The track log isshown on the Map p

Start or Stop a Track Log1. Select “Track Logs” from main menu.2. Select the tracking field (default is “Off”) and press theOK Button.3. Choose either

Change Track Log Information1. Select “Track Logs” from the main menu.2. Select the track log field, press the OK Button.3. Select the track log to ed

Delete A Track Log 1. Select “Track Logs” from the main menu.2. Select the track log field, press the OK Button. To deleteall track logs skip next st

LoadingThis menu item allows detailed maps, waypoints, androutes to be downloaded into the Galileo™. Savedwaypoints, track logs, and routes from the G

Unit Will Not Turn On1. Check to see if batteries are installed correctly.2. Replace with two new AA alkaline batteries.3. Need to hold the power butt

Position Coordinates On Your Receiver Do Not MatchThe Location On Your Chart (map).Make sure that the Galileo™is set up to use the same datum asyour c

SpecificationsReceiver: 12 parallel-channel Physical Dimensions: 5.15” H x 2.45” W x 1.1” DWeight: 7.1 ounceswith 2 AAbatteriesand Compact Flash card

Factory SettingsThe following features are default settings when Galileo™is turned on for the first time.GPS Engine: Power savings on Navigation onWGS

Dear Whistler Owner,Thank you for purchasing the Whistler Galileo™GPS.Please take the time to read the owner’s manual in orderto understand and maximi

Consumer WarrantyThis Whistler Galileo™GPS is warranted to the originalpurchaser for a period of one year from date of original purchase against all d

ServiceUnderWarrantyGALILEO™GPS39Warranty InformationService Under Warranty (Continued)2. Include with your unit the following information, clearlypri

ServiceOut OfWarrantyGALILEO™GPS40Warranty InformationService Out Of WarrantyUnits will be repaired at “out of warranty” service rates when:•The unit’

This manual applies to the Whistler Galileo™GPS and theGalileo Elite™GPS.*Standard Packaging Includes:Galileo Elite™GPS•1 Galileo™GPS unit with base m

Important Safety InformationWARNING: It is the user’s responsibility to use thisproduct prudently and maintain safe-driving practices atall times. Th

The base map and detailed mapping software are provided by Navtech Technologies Corporation. The basemap and optional detailed mapping software are as

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interfer

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