Magellan GPS Tracker - Manual (Page 92)

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The differential beacon receiver receives and demodulates the signal, then
relays it to the user’s differential-ready GPS receiver. The user’s GPS receiver
applies the corrections to the positioning information it collects to compute
differentially corrected position and navigation data.
This technique requires that your GPS receiver be connected to a compatible
differential beacon receiver. You must also be within range of a differential
radio beacon.
More Information on GPS
For information relating to the operation of your Magellan GPS receiver, call
Magellan at (800) 707-9971 and ask for Technical Support.
General information on the Global Positioning System and satellite status is
available from the Civil GPS Information Center (GPSIC) in Virginia. It is
operated by the United States Coast Guard for the Department of Transpor-
tation and was established to provide information and to serve as a point of
contact. There are three ways to reach the GPSIC:
1. 24-hour recorded message at (703) 313-5907
2. Web site at www.navcen.uscg.mil
3. 24-hour live operator at (703) 313-5900
Navtech provides seminars and books on GPS and navigation. The Navtech
bookstore can be reached at (800) NAV-0885 or (703) 931-0500 or FAX to
(703) 931-0503.