Trimble 5700 - Setup Guidelines for the 5800

5700/5800 GPS Receiver User Guide 129
Setting up the Receiver 13
5800 Operation
13.3 Setup Guidelines
Consider the following guidelines when setting up the 5800 receiver.
133.1 Environmental conditions
Although the 5800 receiver has a waterproof housing, reasonable care
should be taken to protect the unit. Avoid exposure to extreme
environmental conditions, including:
•Water
• Heat greater than 65 °C (149 °F)
• Cold less than –40 °C (–40 °F)
• Corrosive fluids and gases
133.2 Sources of electrical interference
Avoid the following sources of electrical and magnetic noise:
• Gasoline engines (spark plugs)
• Televisions and PC monitors
• Alternators and generators
• Electric motors
• Equipment with DC-to-AC converters
• Fluorescent lights
• Switching power supplies