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Pentax O-GPS1 - User Manual

Pentax O-GPS1
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Pentax O-GPS1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPentax
ModelO-GPS1
CategoryGPS
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Introduction

Welcome and Manual Overview

Provides a welcome message and outlines the manual's structure and language.

Safety and Precautions

General Safety Information

Covers trademark, terminology, and the general safety statement for the GPS unit.

Device Warnings and Cautions

Explains specific warning and caution symbols and their meanings, along with precautions.

Product Anatomy

Component Identification

Identifies and describes the various parts of the PENTAX GPS Unit O-GPS1.

Product Features and Compatibility

Key Features

Lists the main functionalities of the O-GPS1, including navigation and ASTROTRACER.

Supported Cameras and Firmware

Details compatible camera models and necessary firmware updates for GPS functionality.

Operational Notes and Limitations

Highlights operational constraints, such as flash usage, Live View, and ASTROTRACER limits.

Getting Started

Inserting the Battery

Step-by-step instructions for inserting the AAA battery into the GPS unit.

Available Battery Types

Lists the types of AAA batteries compatible with the GPS unit.

Battery Handling Cautions

Important Battery Usage Notes

Provides essential notes on battery exhaustion indication, long-term storage, and replacement procedures.

Mounting the GPS Unit

Attaching to Camera

Guides the user on how to securely attach the GPS unit to the camera's hot shoe.

Mounting Cautions

Warns about potential damage during unit removal and handling to prevent breakage.

Power Management

Turning On and Off

Explains the procedure for powering the GPS unit on and off using the power button.

Power Indicator and Usage Notes

Describes the status lamp behavior for battery level and conditions for GPS function activation.

Calibration

Electronic Compass Calibration

Details the process to calibrate the electronic compass for accurate operation.

Calibration Cautions

Provides important considerations for calibration, including time, handling, and battery status.

Using the GPS Function

Acquiring GPS Signal

Describes attaching the unit and the initial process of acquiring a GPS signal.

GPS Status Indicators

Interpreting Lamp and Icon Status

Explains the meaning of the status lamp and GPS icons for data availability and accuracy.

Electronic Compass

Displaying Compass Data

Guides on how to view the electronic compass and associated location data on the camera monitor.

Compass Usage Notes

Mentions that the compass display may stop if the camera mode changes and notes on True North.

Simple Navigation Function

Selecting Destination and Displaying Location

Steps to choose a destination and view its direction and distance from the current location.

Managing Destination Data

Instructions for saving, loading, or deleting destination information from a memory card.

Destination Data Management

Loading and Saving Destinations

Details the process of loading destination lists from and saving them to a memory card.

Deleting Destination Data

Selecting and Deleting Destinations

How to select specific destinations from a list and confirm their deletion.

Saving Location as Destination

Instructions on how to save a current shooting location as a navigation destination.

645 D Specific Note

A note specific to the 645D model regarding SD card slot usage for saving data.

ASTROTRACER Function

Setting Up ASTROTRACER

Guides on setting exposure/focus modes and selecting the ASTROTRACER function.

Precise Calibration for ASTROTRACER

Details the procedure for performing precise calibration required for ASTROTRACER.

Setting Exposure Time

Explains how to set the exposure time, including timed exposure options.

Using ASTROTRACER

Starting and Finishing Shooting

Describes how to initiate shooting with ASTROTRACER and the screen displayed after completion.

ASTROTRACER Usage Cautions

Outlines critical cautions for ASTROTRACER use, including shutter lock and feature limitations.

Other Functions

Setting Positioning Interval

Allows the user to define the duration for receiving GPS data (positioning frequency).

Automatic Date and Time Synchronization

Explains how the camera's date and time are automatically updated using GPS signals.

Positioning Interval Notes

Notes on how the positioning interval setting affects the camera's metering operating time.

Important Notes

GPS Reception Conditions

Discusses environmental and geographical factors that may affect GPS signal reception.

Usage Restrictions and Regulations

Covers restrictions on use in certain locations, travel regulations, and data privacy.

Electronic Compass Interference

Explains how magnetic fields from objects like magnets or iron can interfere with the compass.

Time Synchronization

UTC and Time Zone Adjustments

Clarifies that recorded time is UTC, but adjusted for local time zones when using certain functions.

Declaration of Conformity

States the product's compliance with EU directives and provides a link for the full declaration.

Warranty Policy

Limited Warranty Terms

Details the 12-month warranty against defects in material or workmanship.

Warranty Service Procedure

Outlines the steps for returning the product for warranty service and related procedures.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Compliance Statement (USA)

Addresses FCC rules compliance for devices operating in the United States.

Canadian Compliance Statement

States compliance with Canadian standards for digital apparatus.

Company Information

Contact Addresses

Provides contact information and addresses for PENTAX and HOYA CORPORATION globally.

CE Mark Information

Explains the meaning of the CE Mark as a conformity mark within the European Union.

Company Name Change Notification

Renaming Announcement

Announces the official renaming of the company division and its continued brand commitment.