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Main Pages on a Foretrex 301 and 401

All of the information needed to operate the Foretrex® 301 and 401 outdoor navigators is found on the following five main pages: the map page, the compass page, the elevation page (Foretrex 401 only), the trip computer page, and the main menu.

Press the PAGE button to navigate through the main pages, then press ENTER to access the pages option menus. 

Foretrex 301 and 401 Pages


Map Page

Your position on the map is represented by Foretrex 301 and 401 Person Icon . As you travel, the position icon moves and leaves a track log (trail). Waypoint names and symbols are also shown on the map.

NOTE: Press Foretrex Up Arrow to zoom out or Foretrex Down Arrow to zoom in.

The Foretrex device automatically rotates the map as you move, so that the waypoints ahead of you always appear above your position. The heading indicator shows the direction you are heading.

To View the Map With North Up

  1. From the main page press ENTER

  2. Select MAP DETAIL

  3. Select MAP ORIENTATION

  4. Select NORTH UP 



Compass Page

The compass page guides you yo your destination by displaying a compass and a bearing pointer.

NOTE: Hold the compass level when navigating to ensure maximum accuracy.

Calibrating the Electric Compass (Foretrex 401 Only)

  1. From the compass page, press ENTER.

  2. Select CALIBRATE.

  3. Follow the on-screen instructions.


Elevation Page

The elevation page shows your elevation. Press Foretrex Up Arrow to zoom out or Foretrex Down Arrow to zoom in.

Calibrating the Barometric Altimeter

NOTE: The barometric altimeter is available only on the Foretrex 401. 

  1. From the main menus, select SET UP.

  2. Select ALTIMETER.

  3. Select CALIBRATE.

  4. Follow the on-screen instructions.


Trip Computer

The trip computer displays your current speed, average speed, maximum speed, trip odometer, and other useful statistics. Use Foretrex Up Arrow and Foretrex Down Arrow to see more fields.


Main Menu

The main menu gives you access to setup screens including waypoints, tracks, and routes. The main menu displays the current date and time along the top of the screen. Use Foretrex Up Arrow and Foretrex Down Arrow to select from the list of menu options.