Just got a garmin legend hcx, ive been trying to put ibycus topo on but cant make any progress past downloading the torrent. Menu menu setup entr system entr menu software version entr 2. Use garmins webupdater software for mac or windows systems to upgrade the firmware. This etrex hit the scene a few months ago, and has been making a big splash ever since. Tramsoft garmin etrex legend hcx firmware upgrades english. In this near realtime video i talk through the taking apart of my garmin etrex legend gps which i use for geocaching, it developed a fault with the lcd screen being corrupt on occasions this. The etrex vista hcx and legend hcx are equipped with a microsd data card slot. How to view topographic maps for garmin etrex legend hcx. The garmin etrex legend hcx provides automatic route calculation and visual guidance. And, with legend s 8 mb of memory, you can add even more map detail with data from garmin s entire line of mapsource mapping products.
Here are some of our favorite tips to get the most out of your garmin etrex legend cx gps with easygps and expertgps, our fullfeatured mapping software if youre a geocacher, easygps lets you download geocaching gpx and loc files directly to your garmin etrex legend cx easygps calculates the area of any garmin gps track or route, making it a perfect tool for calculating acreage on your. To get the most from your new etrex legend, take time to read through this owners manual in order to understand all of the operating features. Easygps is the free, easy way to upload and download waypoints, routes, and tracks between your garmin etrex legend hcx gps and your windows. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read. You agree not to decompile, disassemble, modify, reverse assemble, reverse engineer or reduce to human readable form the software or any part thereof or. Go to the website and download the free software you will need to download the 162mb map to your garmin legend hcx. Crisp 256color, sunlightreadable display makes it easy to distinguish map details plus, it looks fantastic. If this software is uploaded to a device other than that for which it is designed, you will not be able to operate that device. Mac os x support was added by garmin only recently. When you have downloaded this software open it up and run the programme.
The good news is that if you own a garmin gps device, theres a way to get free garmin gps maps. Discover hidden garmin etrex legend hcx tricks youre. The ultimate outdoor watches with specialized marine features, including comprehensive boat connectivity. This software should only be uploaded to the unit for which it is intended. The legend s basemap contains lakes, rivers, cities, interstates, national and state highways, railroads and coastlines. Use the rocker to vista hcx, legend hcx, summit hc, select an item, and press enter.
Garmin etrex legend hcx gps receiver series sign in to comment. Its no surprise that this crew of course loved the highsensitivity waasenabled gps receiver this legend has. I bought a bike mount, definitely get one of those if you cycle. Its highsensitivity receiver holds a gps signal in the toughest environments. Vista hcx supports lowercase letters in horizontal text city names etcbut not for rotated symbols rendered street names. Im a big fan of garmin gps devices, but i always found it disappointing that they charged extra for maps. Expertgps makes it easy to transfer waypoints, routes, and tracks, as well as gps, gis, and cad data, to and from your garmin etrex. If youre looking for something new, check out the best handheld gps receivers for 2020. Manuals and user guides for garmin etrex legend hcx. Similar to the etrex legend cx, this handheld navigator also has a bright color screen, microsd card slot and automatic routing for wherever adventure takes you. Garmin etrex legend cx and hcx accessories at the gps store.
Garmin etrex legend hcx gps receiver series specs cnet. Fix shutdown issue when press menu key at first power on with 100% backlight setting. It would be better if it came equipped with more trail maps included, but the mico sd slot allows you to add content easily. Garmin usb drivers is a freeware software app filed under drivers and made available by garmin for windows.
Garmin and that the software in source code form remains a valuable trade secret of garmin. Activecaptain community blog careers garmin express garmin pros marine software updates. This gps is not for you if you are not very savvy with gadgets. How can i tell what version of firmware is in my garmin etrex legend hcx. Garmin etrex legend hcx handheld for sale online ebay. I recently bought an hcx to replace an old legend i got secondhand. Garmin etrex legend hcx, etrex summit hc, etrex venture hc. In addition, the legend hcx has a slot for a standard micro sd memory card next to the battery compartment to store even more detailed information, such as local roads, restaurants and points of interest. Replaced by the garmin etrex 20 deep foliage, nor canyons faze this rugged etrex legend hcx. Putting topo maps on a garmin etrex legend hcx getting. Garmin etrex legend hcx firmware upgrades tramsoft gmbh.
These upgrades are specific to the specific gps units and software versions listed. Garmin etrex legend gps breakdown rebuild howto youtube. After installation is complete, place unit with a clear view of the sky for 1530 minutes to reacquire almanac data. Note that map name mapname option should not exceed 8 characters, otherwise the map will be silently ignored. Press and quickly release enter to capture the pointer location. Comes with only a usb port for communications, and works well with windows. The new color units have a usb connection, the legend uses a serial cable. This download area offers free firmware upgrades for select garmin units. The new hcx is pretty well useless without some mapping software. Activecaptain community blog careers garmin express garmin pros marine software updates onehelm shop all sales. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to. Downloading osm maps for garmin etrex legend hcx with. How can i tell how much map memory is in use on the gps.
Going to a destination to go to a selected map item. Garmin etrex gps comparison differnces between etrex gps. Legend also comes preloaded with marine navigation aids. The garmin etrex legend hcx can hold 50 routes, each containing up to 250 turns or stops. Here are some of our favorite tips to get the most out of your garmin etrex legend hcx gps with easygps and expertgps, our fullfeatured mapping software if youre a geocacher, easygps lets you download geocaching gpx and loc files directly to your garmin etrex legend hcx easygps calculates the area of any garmin gps track or route, making it a perfect tool for calculating acreage on your. Certainly worth trying a hard reset as it wont do any harm, but im not hopeful a program window will appear asking you where to unzip the files. And, with legends 8 mb of memory, you can add even more map detail with data from garmins entire line. We have 2 garmin etrex legend hcx manuals available for free pdf download. Free gps software for your garmin etrex legend hcx easygps. Acces pdf garmin etrex legend hcx user manual garmin etrex legend hcx user manual garmin etrex legend hcx user the etrex vista hcx and legend hcx are equipped with a microsd data card slot. Fix tracks snap to roads issue when lock on road is off.
Like the rest of the etrex series, legend hcx is lightweight and compact the perfect size for all your travels. Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the unit. Downloading osm maps for garmin etrex legend hcx with memory card. Heres garmin etrex legend hcx usb of them something strange going on. Garmin etrex legend gps breakdown rebuild howto duration. The introduction section provides fcc and safety information and the table of contents. Garmin support center is where you will find answers to frequently asked questions and resources to help with all of your garmin products. Route names on the garmin etrex legend hcx can contain up to 14 characters. Compare all etrex gps unit etrex h, venture, summit, vista, legendhcx, vista hcx, 10, 20 and 30 and see how they changed over the year. Expertgps lets you build up long routes quickly just click waypoints onebyone on the map to connect them into a route for your garmin etrex legend hcx. Locate the card slot at the upperleft edge of the battery tray, and slide the card into. Water resistant, so it can withstand the elements or an accidental dunk in water. And in most cases, the free maps are much better than the expensive garmin maps.
The legend hcx, which runs for up to 25 hours on a pair of aa batteries not included, measures 2. Your source for garmin etrex legend cx gps, garmin etrex legend cx accessories, garmin etrex legend cx. Garmin etrex vista hcx shuts down when usb plugged in also legenf which interface is set to the unit. Find the etrex comparison table and the units at gpscentral. My old gps already had topographic maps for my part of vi installed, so i couldnt get much detail when i downloaded tracks to my computer. The garmin etrex legend hcx is a great handheld gps for the hiker. Also, the unit can be put into usb mass storage mode, so you can just grab the gpx files off the data card without installing any software, which is actually easy and efficient. Quick start manual, owners manual garmin etrex legend hcx owners manual 54 pages.
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