User manual SONY GPS-CS1KASP

[. . . ] Printed on 70% recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. To reduce fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: The number below is for the FCC related matters only. [. . . ] Make sure you have following things supplied with your GPS unit. The number in parenthesis indicates the number of that item supplied. An LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery or an HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride battery is not supplied with this unit. The bracket, the holder, the armband and the carrying case are collectively called the Attachment Kit. HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (recommended for use at low temperatures) * When an LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery is used, the battery life is shorter at a low temperature. 2 Insert a battery into the unit with the + side of the battery Turn the power off and hold the unit with the battery cover up, then remove the battery. LR6 (size AA) Sony alkaline battery (not supplied) about 10 hours (When used at 25 °C (77 °F)) HR6 (size AA) Sony Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (not supplied) about 14 hours When you use the unit at low temperatures, we recommend you use a The battery duration may differ from the above depending on the Cautions If you mishandle the battery, there is a danger of leakage or explosion. ­ Insert a battery with the correct polarity +/­. ­ Remove the battery when you do not use the unit for a long time. Otherwise, it may result in leakage of the battery. Use the GPS unit outside When you carry the unit, direct and hold the antenna-side upward or You can use the unit being covered with cloth, etc. ­ Be sure not to operate the GPS unit while riding a bicycle or a motorcycle. ­ When you check the LED indicator on the GPS unit while riding a bicycle or a motorcycle, be sure to stop operating the bicycle or the motorcycle before checking the GPS unit. ­ If you attach the GPS unit to the holder without using the carrying case, this may damage the GPS unit, or cause the GPS unit to fall. Using the unit Record the GPS log using the GPS unit This unit can record your position and time (GPS log files) in the internal memory. When you turn on the power, tracking starts, and GPS log recording starts. The unit tracks the location automatically and records the position every fifteen seconds after tracking starts. (Power) button longer to turn on the unit. Direct the antenna portion of the unit to the sky in open sky environments and hold it for about a minute until the GPS lamp is in the tracking process. 1 second While tracking* flashes once slowly flashes once slowly * searching: the unit is searching for the GPS satellites and GPS log recording hasn't started. When it is difficult to make tracking and while the GPS lamp is in Searching, direct the antenna portion of the unit upward and wait for a while. If the unit cannot track even after waiting for five minutes, you may be in a location where the radio signals from GPS satellites cannot be reached. [. . . ] There may be a bad contact between the battery cover and the battery. You may have used a battery with lower remaining power. You cannot record the GPS log while the GPS unit is connected to the computer. The BATT (battery) lamp will not light even if you press the (Power) button. [. . . ]