User manual SONY VGP-BGU1

[. . . ] Bluetooth GPS Unit VGP-BGU1 Operating Instructions Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)free vegetable oil based ink. http://www. sony. net/ 2006 Sony Corporation / Printed in Japan 2-691-136-12 (1) WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules. [. . . ] When searching has finished, the "Select a device" screen appears and "VGP-BGU1" appears in the device list. If "VGP-BGU1" does not appear, click "Refresh" to perform the search again. 10 VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) 6 Select "VGP-BGU1" and click "Next". The personal computer starts connecting the unit, and then the "COM port setting" screen appears. COM port, which is set to the unit, appears on the "COM port setting" screen. z Hint When you use the "Street & Trips" software or the "VAIO Camera Capture Utility" software, you need to input the COM port. We recommend making a note of the displayed COM port. z When the "Bluetooth Security" screen appears Enter "2006" in the passkey (PIN code) space, and click "OK". 7 Confirm the displayed COM port and click "Next". The "Connection Name" screen appears. Continued on next page 11 VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) 8 Click "Finish". The "Add New Connection Wizard" screen closes and "VGP-BGU1" is registered to the "Bluetooth Settings" screen. 9 Right-click "VGP-BGU1" and click "Connect". The Bluetooth status indicator and battery status indicator of the unit blink together twice. 12 VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) Checking the Current Position You can check your current position using the "Street & Trips" software on your computer. 1 2 3 Click "Start", "All Programs" and then select "Microsoft Street & Trips". The "Street & Trips" main screen appears. Click "Tools", "GPS" , and then select "Configure GPS Receiver". GPS receiver setting screen appears. Select the COM port to which Bluetooth GPS is connected from the "Available ports" list. z To confirm the COM port 1 2 Click on the task bar. The "Bluetooth Settings" screen appears. Right-click "VGP-BGU1" and click "Details". COM port appears on "Setting information" of the "Details" screen. If COM port does not appear, click "scan". After clicking "scan", if COM port does not appear, do the following: 1 Close the "Details" screen. 2 Delete "VGP-BGU1" on the "Bluetooth Settings" screen, and then select "New Connection". Even if enough number (3 or more) of the satellites for positioning are activated, positioning may take time longer than usual depending on the position of the satellites. If you cannot do positioning properly, try changing the place where you are using the unit to the broad area. · Obstructs from GPS satellites may not only buildings or trees, but also a part of your body. If you cannot do positioning properly, keep the antenna face of the unit as far away (more than 30 cm) from your body. Continued on next page 15 VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) Charging the built-in battery To shorten the time to position, almanac data or other required data can be stored in the built-in memory. When you use the unit for the first time, or have not used the unit for a long time, the memory data may be deleted due to the battery discharging. In this case, charge the built-in battery using the AC adapter. About almanac data To shorten the time to positioning, the unit memorizes the satellites orbit information (almanac data) into the built-in memory. Note When you use the unit after a long period of time, the unit needs to recognize the almanac data from the satellites again. When you turn on the unit under the location where the reception condition is good, the unit receives the almanac data from GPS satellites automatically. 16 VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) System accuracy Accuracy of GPS satellites The unit positions automatically when the unit receives the signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. An error margin of ± 10 meters is typical, but possibly as much as two or three hundred meters, depending on circumstances. In this case, the current symbol will differ from the actual current location. For the same reason, the current direction indicated on the personal computer may differ from the actual current location. If you use the unit away from the place where you last used it, such discrepancies may occur. Differences when receiving signal Positioning information accuracy may vary depending on the GPS system, environment or time. In this case, even if you follow the proper procedures, positioning information may not be accurate, but this is not a malfunction. 17 VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) Precautions Notes on the unit · Do not place any objects on top of the unit. · Do not allow objects such as clips to get inside the unit. · Do not place the unit in locations subject to strong vibration or instability. · Do not use the unit in dusty locations. · Do not use the unit in humid locations. [. . . ] Since the unit employs a wireless system, time lag may occur in the display. Reception of satellite signals takes time. The unit cannot receive signals in a car, train or room. The current position calculation is inaccurate. The current position calculation is inaccurate in an urban location. The current position appearing on the screen lags behind the actual position when you are moving. Symptom The unit cannot communicate with a personal computer via Bluetooth connection. Cause/Remedy · The maximum Bluetooth communication distance may have been exceeded. [. . . ]