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Routes, Waypoints, and Tracks on Forever-Free Topo Maps for your iPhone®, iPad® and iPod touch®

iHikeGPS Help

These instructions are available within the App by tapping

To use iHikeGPS, “Location Services” in the Settings App must be ON.


My Location Page:

ACTIONRESULT
Tap the “My Location” tab when
already on the “My Location” page

Download/Show Map for Current Location.

Turn on Auto-Center.
1 finger slide

Drag map.

Turns off Auto-Center.
2 finger pinch

Zoom in or out.

Turns off Auto-Center.
1 tap with two fingersZoom out 2X.
2 taps inside mapZoom in 2X.
2 taps outside mapDownload/Show map for tapped position.
3 taps inside mapReturn to original scale.
4 tapsZoom out as far as possible.
5 tapsTotal Reset:

  Show Map for Current Location at its original scale.

  Turn on Auto-Center.
Tap the “Mark” buttonCreate a new Waypoint for where you are
or any place on a map you are viewing.
Tap “Mark”, then tap

Anywhere on the Map

Read the location coordinates for any point on the map.

Measure the distance and direction from your current location to anywhere on the map.

Automatic Current-Location Centering:

AUTO - CENTERRESULT
On

Current Location is kept centered on the screen.

Switches maps while hiking.
OffMap position stays fixed where you move it manually.
To turn OnTap the “My Location” tab while the map is showing.
To turn OffDrag the map.
Usual Top of My Location Page (#1*)
A “Go To” Waypoint or Route is Set (#2*)

* When a “Go To” waypoint or a route is active, tap twice in the gray bar to switch between
(#1) and (#2).

Change the units displayed (e.g. degrees, UTM) by using the Settings App.

When using a “Go To” waypoint or a route with waypoints, the Distance and Bearing are for the straight-line to the next waypoint. The ETA is to the next waypoint.

When using a route converted from a track log, the Distance is along the curved route to the end of the route. The Bearing is the direction to the next point on the route. The ETA is to the end of the route.

When a Location or Elevation Accuracy background turns yellow, this indicates that the GPS satellite signals are not being received properly. Therefore your position may be off.

Stitching Maps

The option to stitch adjacent maps together is selected using the Settings App.

Maps for adjacent areas may be downloaded by double-tapping in a blank space or by going to the Map List page.

Stitch Maps OFFStitch Maps ON
Only one map is shown.Multiple maps are shown.
Map margins are shown.Map margins are hidden.
Fastest map display. Slower when multiple maps are on screen.

Zoom in to speed up.

Zoom out to show the entire length of very long tracks and routes. Zoom out is limited to less than the size of one map.

When two adjacent maps partially overlap, as for example along the USA-Canada border, to bring the back map to the front, tap its name on the Map List page.

Map Stitching Limitations

Map stitching works best with the iPhone 5 and 4S, the 4th and 3rd generation iPads, and the 5th generation iPod touch. Stitching will still function on older devices, but map display updating may be too slow for convenient use due to the limited processing power.

Most USGS topo maps use the UTM map projection, which changes when you cross the boundary line between two UTM zones due to the curvature of the earth.


Right Edge of Zone 12    Left Edge of Zone 13 

Thus map stitching will not work across the black lines shown on this map of UTM zones.

California USGS maps use the Albers Conic map projection instead of UTM. USGS map stitching works anywhere within California, but it will not work across the California borders with Oregon, Nevada and Arizona.


Track Page:

Don't Record a Track. Stop Recording.

Record a Track only when iHikeGPS is showing on the screen.

Record a Track even when using another App or the iOS device is sleeping.

When set to “Always”, iHikeGPS drains the battery more quickly and continues to record a track for as long as iHikeGPS remains in the Recents List.

Using Tracks:

HOW TODO THIS
Email track

Tap “Share”, then Email Track. In GPX format.

Email queued in your out box. Sent when the Internet connects.
Email locationTap “Share”, then Email Current Location.
Save track to computer  Tap “Share”, then Send Track via iTunes to save a GPX file to
“ iHikeGPS Documents”. Access in iTunes.
Save track on
the iOS device
Tap the “Routes” tab button.

Tap the + button. Tap “Current Track”.

Delete track Manually: Tap the Trash Can to remove the entire track from your device and the iCloud backup.
Auto-Delete: After 4000 track points, the oldest track points are replaced with new ones.
View the track on a map Tap View On A Map.
Download a map for the
track if no map is found

Tap View On A Map.

Tap Download Map.

Elevation Graph:

HOW TODO THIS
Record an
accurate
elevation
profile
Start iHikeGPS with a clear view of the sky. Tap the “My Location” tab.

Wait a few minutes to lock on all satellites (Location Accuracy < 60 ft).

Tap the “Track“ tab. Tap “Record Track: Always”. Go!
Tap “Record Track: Off” before you stop iHikeGPS at the end of the hike.
View time & date
in track
Trace the track on the graph with one finger.
View speed
in track
Trace the track on the graph with two fingers.

Shows average speed while moving.

Does not include while you are stopped or track recording is Off.

Track Gaps and Track Sections:

What you see on the mapA gap in the track.
What you see on the graph

Dotted blue vertical lines separate track sections.

The distance traveled during a gap is not shown.
Why a Gap Happens Lost GPS Satellite reception.

Switch to Airplane Mode.

Device is turned off or Battery charge goes to zero.

“Record Track” is Off.

“Record Track” set to When Live:

       Your iOS device goes to sleep.

       You switch to another App.

“Record Track” set to Always:

       iOS needs the memory for another App.

      You remove iHikeGPS from the Recent Apps list.

Selecting a Range of Track Sections to Display on the Elevation Graph:

Left
Choose the beginning track section to display.

  1 is the oldest recorded track section.

  The highest number you can get to by tapping +
  is the track section that is currently being recorded.
Right
Choose the ending track section to display.

  Set this to the same number as the left control
  to view only that one track section.



Waypoints Page:

Waypoint Coordinates are in the WGS 84 Datum.

TAPRESULT
+ buttonAdd a new waypoint.
ShareSend as a GPX file.
A waypoint nameView, Edit, Delete, Go To, or Cancel Go To that waypoint.
Delete AllClear all waypoints from the iOS device and the iCloud backup.
Status barJump to the top of the list.

A maximum of 4000 waypoints can be stored.

Adding Waypoints:

HOW TODO THIS
Add a waypoint on
the My Location page
Tap “Mark” to create a waypoint for your current location or anywhere on the current map.

Optionally name your waypoint using letters, numbers & spaces.

Tap “Done” at the top.
Add a waypoint on
the Waypoints page

Using Latitude and
Longitude
Tap “+”.

Tap “Latitude & Longitude”.

Optionally name your waypoint using letters, numbers & spaces.

Enter latitude & longitude.
  To find coordinates, look up the site's name on Wikipedia.
  In the USA or Canada, enter a minus sign in front of longitude numbers.

Tap “Done” at the top.
Add a waypoint on
the Waypoints page

Using a Geotagged Photo
from your Photo Library

Tap “+”.

Tap “A Geotagged Photo”.

Tap the thumbnail image of the photo.

Optionally name your waypoint using letters, numbers & spaces.

Tap “Done” at the top.
Add waypoint(s) by
importing a GPX or
LOC waypoints file
to your iOS device
from another device

Use email

Use iTunes

Use Dropbox

Details of a Specific Waypoint:

HOW TODO THIS
View the details of a waypoint Tap the waypoint name.
View a waypoint on a map Tap the waypoint name.

Tap View On A Map.

Download a map for a waypoint
if no map is found
Tap the waypoint name.

Tap View On A Map.

Tap Download Map
Edit a waypoint Tap the waypoint name.

Tap “Edit”.

Make your changes.

Tap “Done” at the top.
Move a waypoint to
your current location
Tap the waypoint name.

Tap “Edit”.

Tap “Move To Here”.

Tap “Done” at the top.
View the distance
between 2 waypoints
Tap the “Routes” tab.

Tap +

Tap “Waypoints”.

Tap the name of the 1st waypoint.

Tap the button.

Tap “After this Waypoint”.

Tap the name of the 2nd waypoint.

Read the distance.

Tap “Delete Route” when you are done.

Sharing Waypoints:

HOW TODO THIS
Email all waypoints Tap “Share”, then tap Email All Waypoints.

Email queued in your out box. Sent when the Internet connects.

Email one waypoint Tap the Waypoint to send.

Tap “Go To”.

Tap “Waypoints” in the gray bar.

Tap “Share”, then tap Email “Go To” Waypoint.

After finishing the email, tap the Waypoint again.

Tap “Cancel Go To”.
Save waypointsTap “Share”, then Send Waypoints via iTunes to save
a GPX file to “ iHikeGPS Documents”. Access in iTunes.

Deleting Waypoints:

HOW TODO THIS
Delete a waypoint

Tap the waypoint name.

Tap the “Delete” button.

or

Swipe waypoint name left or right.

Tap the “Delete” button.
Delete ALL waypoints

Create a backup by emailing the waypoints to yourself.

Scroll to the bottom of the page.

Tap the “Delete All” button.

Confirm by tapping Delete ALL Waypoints.

Using “Go To” Waypoints:

A “Go To” Waypoint is a waypoint indicating your planned destination. It can be either the final destination of your hike or some important place along the way.

HOW TODO THIS
Set a “Go To” waypoint Add the waypoint if it is not already on the list.

Tap the waypoint name.

Tap “Go To”.
Clear a “Go To” waypoint

Tap the “Go To” Waypoint name (shown in green).

Tap “Cancel Go To”.

After setting a “Go To” waypoint on the Waypoints page, the top bar of the “My Location” page looks like this:
The Estimated Time of Arrival is recalculated every few seconds, based on the trail just traveled since the “Go To” waypoint was set, and assuming that the trail ahead is similar in twistiness, steepness, and direction. The ETA will not appear until you have hiked a couple of minutes with track recording turned on, so your speed can be more accurately determined.

The elevation difference will be shown only if the “Go To” waypoint has an altitude entry.

If your speed exceeds 9 miles per hour, then the Course (the direction you are moving) will be shown instead of the compass reading.


Routes Page:

Route point coordinates are in the WGS 84 Datum.

SYMBOLTYPE OF ROUTE
  Route Made with Waypoints
  Route Converted from a Track Log
  Route Converted from a Segmented Track Log

TAPRESULT
+ buttonAdd a new route.
ShareSend selected route as a GPX file.
Don't Show a RouteNo route is shown on the “My Location” map.
A route nameSelect that route to view.
    Only the selected route is shown on the “My Location” map
Edit or navigate that route.
Delete AllClear all routes from the iOS device and the iCloud backup.
Status barJump to the top of the list.

A maximum of 200 routes can be stored.
Each route can have up to 100 named route waypoints or 4000 unnamed route points.

Adding Routes:

HOW TODO THIS
Add a new Route
using existing
waypoints
Tap “+”.

Tap “Waypoints”.

Tap the name of the waypoint where your route will start.

Tap on the first route waypoint line.

Tap “After this Waypoint”.

Tap the name of the second waypoint on your route.

Continue adding waypoints until the route is finished.

Name your route using letters, numbers & spaces.

Add a Note (optional).

Tap “Done” at the top.

Add a new Route
by converting
the current track
into a route
Tap “+”.

Tap “Current Track”.

Tap “Edit”.

Name your route using letters, numbers & spaces.

Add a Note (optional).

Tap “Done” at the top.

Add new Route(s) by
importing a GPX or
LOC route or track file
to your iOS device
from another device

Use email

Use iTunes

Use Dropbox

Details of a Specific Route:

HOW TODO THIS
View the details of a route Tap for that route.
View a route on a map Tap for that route.

Tap View On A Map.

Download a map for a route
if no map is found
Tap for that route.

Tap View On A Map.

Tap Download Map
Edit a route Tap for that route.
Tap “Edit”.

Make your changes.

Tap “Done” at the top.

Navigating a Route:

HOW TODO THIS
Navigate a route Tap for that route.
Tap Navigate Forward or Navigate Reverse
Show ETAs to all waypoints,
including the final destination
Turn on track recording

Sharing Routes:

HOW TODO THIS
Email a route Tap the Route you want to send.

Tap “Share”.

Tap Email Selected Route.

Email queued in your out box. Sent when the Internet connects.

Save a route Tap the Route you want to save.

Tap “Share”.

Tap Send Route via iTunes to save a GPX file to
“ iHikeGPS Documents”. Access in iTunes.

Deleting Routes:

HOW TODO THIS
Delete a route Tap for that route.
Tap the “Delete Route” button.

or

Swipe route name left or right.

Tap the “Delete” button.
Delete ALL routes

Create a backup by emailing each route to yourself.

Scroll to the bottom of the page.

Tap the “Delete All” button.

Confirm by tapping Delete ALL Routes.

Types of Routes:

  Route with Waypoints

Route waypoint names are shown in Italics  to distinguish them from regular waypoints.

While Showing the Details of a Route:


TAPRESULT
View On A Map Picks the best already-downloaded map.

Shows it on the “My Location” page.

If no map is found, download a map for the route.
Navigate ForwardStart at route waypoint 1.

Automatically “Go To” each waypoint in order.

Navigate ReverseStart at the last waypoint.

Automatically “Go To” each waypoint in reverse order.

A waypoint name (when navigating)Manually make this waypoint the “Go To” waypoint.
Cancel Forward  or
Cancel Reverse
Stop the currently active navigation.
Swipe waypoint name left or rightDelete that waypoint from the route.
Delete RouteClear the whole route from the iOS device
and the iCloud backup.
Status barJump to the top of the list.
RoutesReturn to the Routes page.
EditEdit the Route.

After Tapping “Edit”:


TAPRESULT
Name textEdit the route name.
Note textEdit the route note.
Insert a waypoint before or after this waypoint.
A waypoint nameEdit the waypoint name, note, location and altitude,
or delete the waypoint from the route.
CancelKeep the route as it was with no changes.
DoneSave changes to the route.

Route waypoint names are shown in Italics  to distinguish them from regular waypoints.

If a route waypoint is identical to a regular waypoint, then they are linked so that only one of them shows on the map. To break the link:

  • Edit the route waypoint
          or
  • Edit the regular waypoint when the route containing the route waypoint IS NOT selected on the Routes page.

To edit a waypoint without breaking the link:

  • Edit the regular waypoint when the route containing the route waypoint IS selected on the Routes page.

Deleting one of the linked waypoints will not delete the other.

  Route Converted from a Track Log

While Showing the Details of a Route:


TAPRESULT
View On A Map Picks the best already-downloaded map.

Shows it on the “My Location” page.

If no map is found, download a map for the route.
Navigate ForwardFollow the route from start to finish.
Navigate ReverseFollow the route in the opposite direction
Cancel Forward  or  Cancel ReverseStop the currently active navigation.
Delete RouteClear the whole route from the iOS device
and the iCloud backup.
RoutesReturn to the Routes page.
EditEdit the Route.

After Tapping “Edit”:


TAPRESULT
Name textEdit the route name.
Note textEdit the route note.
CancelKeep the route as it was with no changes.
DoneSave changes to the route.

  Route Converted from a Segmented Track Log

While Showing the Details of a Route:


TAPRESULT
View On A Map Picks the best already-downloaded map.

Shows it on the “My Location” page.

If no map is found, download a map for the route.
Navigate ForwardStart at the beginning of the first route section. Follow the route to the end of the last section, including gaps.
Navigate ReverseStart at the end of the last route section. Follow the route to the beginning of the first route section, including gaps.
Cancel Forward  or
Cancel Reverse
Stop the currently active navigation.
Swipe a Gap (left or right)Delete the Gap to join the two adjacent route Sections.
Swipe a route SectionDelete that route Section from the route.
Delete RouteClear the whole route from the iOS device
and the iCloud backup.
Status barJump to the top of the list.
RoutesReturn to the Routes page.
EditEdit the Route.

After Tapping “Edit”:


TAPRESULT
Name textEdit the route name.
Note textEdit the route note.
Visible SwitchHide or Show that route Section on the “My Location” map.
for a SectionDelete that route Section from the route.
for a GapDelete the Gap to join the two adjacent route Sections together.
CancelKeep the route as it was with no changes.
DoneSave changes to the route.


Map List Page:

      To Download a New Map *

Tap the + button, then choose one:

TAPTO DOWNLOAD A MAP
Current Location

For where you are.

Then tap ,   , or   .
Relative to Current MapNorth, South, East, or West of the map currently
showing on the “My Location” page.
Same Map Location Use when you have a USGS map and you want a
US Forest Service map for the same area.
On-Map Locator *Find the place you want on a terrain map.
Place Name or Quad NameSearch for Latitude and Longitude by:
    Topo quad name
    City
    Address
    Geographic feature
Add a comma, a space, and the 2 letter state or province abbreviation.
Latitude & LongitudeIn the USA or Canada, use a minus sign
in front of longitude numbers.

* Use WiFi or cell service.

* The On-Map Locator also shows the border lines of your already-downloaded topo maps:

Up to 500 maps can be stored at one time.

If you have trouble finding the correct map, try these web sites:

WEBSITETO FIND
Topographical Maps.com

Topo quad names.

Tap on state to see an index map.
TopoQuest.com

Latitude and Longitude.

Enter landmark name to search USGS list.
NRCan.gc.ca

Latitude and Longitude.

Enter landmark name to search Natural Resources Canada list.

To Access Your Already-Downloaded Maps:

Tap one of these options on the Maps List page.

TAPRESULT
Don't Show a Topo Map *On the “My Location” page, view your Tracks, Waypoints, Routes and Current Position on a white background.
USGS 24K Map
for Current Location *
As you hike: the map on the “My Location” page automatically switches to the next already-downloaded quad to always show your current position on a map.
Forest Service or 63K Map
for Current Location *
Canada (south BC, AB) Map
for Current Location *
A specific quad name on the map list *This map always shows on the “My Location” page whether your current location is there or not.

Use this option to view maps for other areas.

* A checkmark ✔ shows your choice. Tap the “My Location” tab to view the map.

TAPRESULT
Search barFind an ALREADY-DOWNLOADED map by quad name or latitude & longitude.
CancelStop search, remove on-screen keyboard.
Edit buttonRemove a map: Tap , “Delete”, “Done”.
Status barJump to top of the list.

Maps Available within iHikeGPS:

The USA mainland, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands and Guam:
US Geological Survey (USGS) 24K maps are available for these areas. US Forest Service 24K maps exist only for certain national forests and grasslands.

Alaska:
USGS 63K maps are available for all of Alaska. USGS 24K maps are available only for some densely populated areas. US Forest Service Maps do not exist for Alaska.

Canada:
Natural Resources Canada 50K maps are available for the areas outlined in red (south of 52° latitude in British Columbia and Alberta). Maps for Jasper and Prince Albert National Parks are also included.

USGS Topo Map Legend:


Import:

Use email, iTunes, or Dropbox.

Email Tracks, Waypoints and Routes To iHikeGPS:

  1. Create an email with a GPX or LOC file attachment on another device.
  2. Send it to your iOS device's email address.
  3. Open it in Mail :
  1. Press and hold your finger on the attachment icon until buttons similar to these appear.
  1. Tap: Open in iHikeGPS.

Tab-bar icon badges show the number of new waypoints and/or routes imported.

The Waypoints page shows the newly imported waypoints.

If the imported file contains a waypoint with a different location but the same name as an existing waypoint, then the new waypoint will be renamed rather than overwriting the existing waypoint. For example a waypoint with a duplicate name of “Campsite” would be renamed “Campsite01”.

The Routes page shows the newly imported tracks and routes.

If the imported file contains a route or a track with the same name as an existing route, the new route will be renamed rather than overwriting the existing route. For example a route with a duplicate name of “Moab Trail” would be renamed “Moab Trail01”.

Use iTunes to Send Tracks, Waypoints and Routes To iHikeGPS:

  1. Connect the iOS device to your computer.
  2. Start iTunes on your computer.
  3. Select your iOS device in the left column.
  1. Click “Apps” in the top bar.
  1. Scroll down the page. Under “File Sharing”, click “iHikeGPS”.
  1. To the right, under “ iHikeGPS Documents”, click .
  2. Select a GPX or LOC file which is under 5 MBytes in size, then click .
  3. Start iHikeGPS on your iOS device.

Tab-bar icon badges show the number of new waypoints and/or routes imported.

The Waypoints page shows the newly imported waypoints.

If the imported file contains a waypoint with a different location but the same name as an existing waypoint, then the new waypoint will be renamed rather than overwriting the existing waypoint. For example a waypoint with a duplicate name of “Campsite” would be renamed “Campsite01”.

The Routes page shows the newly imported tracks and routes.

If the imported file contains a route or a track with the same name as an existing route, the new route will be renamed rather than overwriting the existing route. For example a route with a duplicate name of “Moab Trail” would be renamed “Moab Trail01”.

Use Dropbox to Send Tracks, Waypoints and Routes To iHikeGPS:

  1. Install Dropbox on the computer that contains the file.
  2. Transfer the GPX or LOC file to this Dropbox.
  3. Install the free Dropbox App on your iOS device.  
  4. Tap the Dropbox App icon.
  5. Tap the desired file.
  1. Tap the “Open In” icon.
  2. Tap “Open in iHikeGPS”.

Tab-bar icon badges show the number of new waypoints and/or routes imported.

The Waypoints page shows the newly imported waypoints.

If the imported file contains a waypoint with a different location but the same name as an existing waypoint, then the new waypoint will be renamed rather than overwriting the existing waypoint. For example a waypoint with a duplicate name of “Campsite” would be renamed “Campsite01”.

The Routes page shows the newly imported tracks and routes.

If the imported file contains a route or a track with the same name as an existing route, the new route will be renamed rather than overwriting the existing route. For example a route with a duplicate name of “Moab Trail” would be renamed “Moab Trail01”.

Export:

Use email or iTunes.

Email Tracks, Waypoints or Routes From iHikeGPS:

  1. Tap , or .
  2. Tap .
  3. Tap or
    Tap or
    Tap or
    Tap .
  4. Enter an email address in the To: area.
  5. Optionally change the Subject and the body of the email.
  6. Tap .

Send Tracks, Waypoints or Routes From iHikeGPS through iTunes:

  1. Tap , or .
  2. Tap .
  3. Tap or
    Tap or
    Tap .
  4. Connect the iOS device to your computer.
  5. Start iTunes on your computer.
  6. Select your iOS device in the left column.
  1. Click “Apps” in the top bar.
  1. Scroll down the page. Under “File Sharing”, click “iHikeGPS”.
  1. To the right, select a GPX file.
  1. Click .
  2. Select a folder, then click .
  3. Open the GPX file using the mapping program of your choice, such as MacGPS Pro on the Mac or OziExplorer on Windows.
  4. To remove a file from “ iHikeGPS Documents”, select it, then push the “delete” key.

Choose your Settings for iHikeGPS:

Push the Home button to exit iHikeGPS.
Start the Settings App.
Scroll down to iHikeGPS. Tap it.

OPTIONAVAILABLE SETTINGS
Auto-Lock

ON *      Use the system Auto-Lock setting.

OFF       Never Auto-Lock.
Stitch Maps

ON         Show multiple maps stiched together.

OFF       Show only one map at a time.
Position Format

ddd.ddddd° *      Degrees

ddd°mm.mm'     Degrees Minutes

ddd°mm'ss.s"     Degrees Minutes Seconds

UTM / UPS         Universal Transverse Mercator Grid Coordinate System
Distance Units statute miles *     speed: miles per hour

nautical miles      speed: knots

kilometers            speed: km per hour
Elevation Units

feet *

meters
Direction Units

° True *              Degrees clockwise from True North

° Magnetic       Degrees clockwise from Magnetic Compass North
Show Waypoint Notes

ON *     Waypoint Notes overlaid on the map.

OFF     Waypoint Notes not visible on the map.
Proximity Sensor

ON        Turn off the screen when near an object.

OFF *    Don't use the Proximity Sensor.
* Default Setting
  Not all iOS devices have a proximity sensor.
 

If you ever see on the My Location Page, or


If you tapped “ Don't Allow ” when asked to use your Current Location:

 

To use iHikeGPS, “Location Services” in the Settings App must be ON.

  1. Push the Home button to exit iHikeGPS.
  2. Start the Settings App.
  3. Tap “Privacy” for iOS 6. Skip this step for iOS 4 or 5.
  4. Tap “Location Services”.
  5. Make sure Location Services is ON.
  6. Scroll Down to iHikeGPS.
  7. Tap the Switch to ON.
  8. Push the Home button to leave the Settings App.
  9. Restart the iHikeGPS App.

Battery Life:

You can turn off several settings to reduce the iOS device's drain on its battery when you are using iHikeGPS on a long hike. Adjust the following settings in Apple's “Settings” App:
  • Tap “Wi-Fi”, then Turn off Wi-Fi.
  • Tap “Bluetooth”, then turn Bluetooth off.
  • Tap “Brightness & Wallpaper”, then turn down the screen brightness to the lowest acceptable level.
  • Tap “iCloud”, then tap “Documents & Data”, turn off “Use Cellular”.
  • Tap “Mail, Contacts, Calendars”. Tap “Fetch New Data”. Turn off “Push” and tap “Manually”.
  • Tap “iTunes & App Store”, then turn off “Use Cellular Data”.
Also:
  • Plug the iOS device into a car charger on your way to the trailhead so that you start the hike with a completely charged battery.
  • On the Track Page, select “Always”. Put the iOS device to sleep when you are not looking at it. When you stop for lunch or to enjoy the views, on the Track Page select “Off”.
    (Don't forget to turn Track Recording back on before resuming your hike.)

If you follow all the steps, you may be able to record tracks for about 10 hours of actual hiking. Use an external battery pack to extend this time.

We Listen to You:

Question or Suggestion?   lwjames@iHikeGPS.com   (303) 258-0576

Safety:

This iOS App must not be relied on as any part of a primary means of navigation. It must not be used in a way that safety or property depends on its successful operation. Always carry a compass and a paper map as a backup. Don't run your battery down so far that you can't make an emergency call if needed. James Associates Inc. accepts no liability, including incidental or consequential damages, for any injury or damages that may occur from the use of iHikeGPS.

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