FAQ - Garmin GPS units
Help info for Garmin GPS units
Your device was already calibrated at the factory, and the device uses automatic calibration by default. You can manually calibrate the barometric altimeter...
Fri, 3 May, 2019 at 2:02 PM
The map tilts off at thee angle you are seeing in areas of Scotland due to the scanned image from OS and alignment of Grids on the scan and unfortunately c...
Tue, 7 May, 2019 at 11:23 AM
A check disk is run to ensure the integrity of the files on a device. To run a check disk: PC: Connect the device to the computer Press the Windows key ...
Tue, 7 May, 2019 at 8:15 PM
GPS heights are based on an ellipsoid (a mathematical representation of the earth's shape), while USGS map elevations are based on a vertical datum tied...
Mon, 13 May, 2019 at 8:25 PM
Garmin - Hide Street Labels As default when you are viewing the OS Discoverer Maps on your GPS Device Street labels are displayed showing you street name...
Sat, 25 May, 2019 at 1:21 PM
To view the Birdseye 1:25k downloaded maps in your Garmin GPS the map must be enabled. To Enable or Disable maps in your GPS > Go to your map page >...
Tue, 28 May, 2019 at 1:37 PM
As default when you are viewing the OS Maps on your GPS Device Street labels are displayed showing you street names. If you find these labels get in the...
Thu, 11 Jul, 2019 at 4:16 PM
We often get asked the question as to whether you can change the Route or Track transparency, thickness or colour in a Garmin GPS unit. The answer is unfort...
Mon, 2 Sep, 2019 at 8:36 AM
On the Geocaching.com website, some caches have photo files as part of the clues. The photo file is a separate file. Below are the instructions on how to do...
Tue, 17 Sep, 2019 at 11:03 AM
In order to search for a 'POI' or Address on your Garmin GPS you need to have a map card installed in the GPS eg an Ordnance Survey map card. Topo A...
Tue, 14 Apr, 2020 at 10:05 AM