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General| Receiver Type | GPS |
|---|---|
| Display | LCD |
| Battery Type | AA |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Channels | 12 |
| WAAS enabled | Yes |
| Update Rate | 1 second |
| Waypoints | 500 |
| Routes | 20 |
| Track Logs | 2000 points |
| Position Accuracy | 3 meters |
| Interface | RS-232 |
| Weight | 6.2 oz (176 g) with batteries |
Overview of the user manual's structure and content.
Instructions for preparing the SporTrak for use, including battery installation and initialization.
Step-by-step guide to using the fundamental functions of the SporTrak GPS receiver.
Detailed steps for inserting and securing AA batteries in the SporTrak.
Guide on how to choose the preferred language for the SporTrak interface.
Procedure to initialize the receiver for faster position computation.
How to power on the SporTrak device and what to expect on startup.
Steps to input region, area, and time for initial GPS setup.
Explanation of the various buttons and their functions on the SporTrak GPS receiver.
Instructions on how to power the SporTrak device on and off.
Guide on adjusting the display backlight for visibility and battery conservation.
Covers Map screen modes, detail, items, data fields, and customization.
Introduction to Compass, Position, Road, and Satellite Status screens.
Creating, editing, deleting, saving, and searching waypoints in the database.
Guides on creating GOTO, Backtrack, and Multileg routes, plus editing and activation.
Details on initializing, coordinate systems, units, timers, and other device settings.
Setting up alarms (Arrival, Anchor, XTE, GPS Fix) and using the simulator.
Accessing device status via About screen and getting assistance from the Help screen.
Questions about coordinate systems (DEG/MIN/SEC vs. DEG/MIN/MMM) and 2D vs. 3D position fixes.
Information on preloaded waypoints and the device's database.
Troubleshooting why the compass might not point in the correct direction.
Explaining backtrack routes and how to identify an active route.
Troubleshooting why audible beeps for alarms might not be sounding.
Explanation of NMEA standard for device interfacing.
Details on NMEA message string support (version 1.5 and 2.1).
Troubleshooting GPS communication issues with a computer, focusing on baud rates.
Information about connecting the SporTrak to Macintosh computers.
Solutions for common issues like receiver not turning on, slow position fixes, or unexpected shutdowns.
List of icons and their designators for assigning to waypoints.
How to contact Magellan's technical service for support and repair information.
Technical characteristics of the SporTrak receiver, including performance, physical, and memory details.
List of available accessories for the SporTrak receiver, such as mounting brackets and cables.
Details on the MapSend Streets CD-ROM for loading detailed street maps and managing waypoints.
Instructions for connecting the SporTrak to external devices using various cables.
Information on connecting to external power and data sources, including pinouts.
Explanation of WAAS technology and its impact on GPS receiver accuracy.
Definitions of terms and abbreviations used in the manual and on the SporTrak.
