Pharos Science & Applications 535 - Manual (Page 33)

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Underway with the Pharos Traveler GPS 535
Using GPS
With the built-in GPS receiver and navigation software you can use the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 as
a navigation system.
You have two options for using the navigation software on your Pharos Traveler GPS 535:
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You can use the navigation software on a preinstalled expansion card.
● You can install the navigation software via your PC, e.g. from a DVD.
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To register your navigation software you require the serial number of the navigation
software and possibly also the device ID of your Pharos Traveler GPS 535.
The device ID will be displayed after the initial start-up of the navigation software if
necessary.
► Register your navigation software as described in the instructions for the navigation software.
A description of how to use the navigation software is provided in the instructions on the navigation
software.
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If the reception signal is weak, you can connect an external GPS antenna. The external
GPS antenna improves performance in difficult reception conditions.
The external GPS antenna is available as an accessory.
Charging the battery
Your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 is equipped with a powerful battery. When you're on the road your
Pharos Traveler GPS 535 is supplied with power by the integrated battery.
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The battery is not charged on delivery and should be charged for 12 hours prior to the first
mobile use.
The battery charging time is otherwise approx. 4 hours. When the Pharos Traveler GPS
535 is operating, the charging time is extended.
You have two ways of re-charging the battery:
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You can connect the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 directly to an electrical outlet with the Power
adapter.
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You can connect the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 to a computer’s USB port using the ActiveSync
cable.