HOLUX Technology NAV61XX Users Manual

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GPSmile 61 Portable Automobile

Navigation System

GPSmile 61, GPSmile 61XX

Product User Manual

Version: V1.0

April 2008

Registered info

HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc. All other trademarks belong to registered companies.

Note

l The contents of this manual will be modified without further notice. l The operation temperature for the product is between 0℃~40℃. l Operating or recharging in an environment with a temperature over 45

℃ might cause the system to stop functioning. However, this should be considered a normal phenomenon. Please do not operate under

extreme temperatures.

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Safety Precautions

• Use the power adapter included with the package. Using other power adapters than the one provided will result in malfunction and could prove to be dangerous.

• The device should only be used with the supplied batteries.

• About the power adapter:

1. Do not use the power adapter in a wet environment. When hands

and feet are wet, do not touch the power adapter.

2. While using the power adaptor, ensure that the area is well

ventilated. Do not let paper or other material cover the power adaptor, as this will interfere with cooling. Do not use the power adaptor whilst it is in a bag.

3. Do not attempt to repair the device. If device is damaged or is in a

wet environment, replace the device immediately.

4. It is not recommended to charge from a PC because the PC power

voltage is not enough to supply the device.

• About the battery

1. Use only the original factory approved charger.

2. A Lithium battery is built into the device. To prevent fire or skin

burns, do not disassemble, pierce, impact, or expose the battery to fire. The battery will crack, explode, or release dangerous chemicals if placed in a fire.

• Important instructions

1. Note: Replacing with an incorrect battery may result in an explosion.

When disposing of the battery, follow the instructions. The replacement battery must be a factory approved original.

2. Regulations must be observed when recycling or disposing of

batteries.

3. The battery should only be used in this device.

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Warranty Statement

• This warranty applies to parts and services of GPSmile 61 that are manufactured and sold through Holux Technology Inc. The local area covered is Taiwan; the warrantee length is one year from date of purchase (starting from the date on the sales receipt). Under normal user operation, Holux Technology provides free repair services.

v After repair, the replaced parts are the properties of Holux

Technology Inc.

• Holux Technology is not responsible for providing repairs or replacements of any software; Holux Technology does not provide any warranty service for third party software/hardware.

• Important instructions Note: This warranty does not cover damage or malfunction from the

below causes: unauthorized disassembly/modification of unit, abuse or incorrect usage, accidental and other unpreventable causes, operation under variables mentioned that are different from those in this product user manual, using parts not made or sold by Holux Technology, or repairs done by anyone other than Holux Technology and authorized retail/service providers.

v Expendable parts are not covered in the warranty. v Holux Technology is not responsible for any program, data, or

portable storage media damages or loss. Please contact your local Holux Technology authorized service provider to learn more about geographical limitations, proof of purchase requests, response time agreements, and other specific maintenance service requests.

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Technical Support

• If there are any questions regarding the use of this product, please

logon to the website www.holux.com and see the FAQ.

• If answers cannot be found on the website, please send us an e-mail

at info@holux.com, stating your query and location.

Maintenance Service

HOLUX Technology, Inc.

+886-3-6687000

Web Site: www.holux.com

E-mail: info@holux.com

HOLUX Technology, Inc.

www.holux.com

Table of Contents

Warranty Statement........................................iv

Technical Support.............................................v

Maintenance Service......................................v

Preface........................................................................1

Symbols.....................................................................1

Important Notice.................................................1

Other Functions..................................................2

First time use........................................................3

Important Notice...........................................................3

Package Contents.............................................4

Basic Operation..................................................5

Introduction....................................................................5

Front View....................................................................................5

Rear View.....................................................................................5

Left Side........................................................................................6

Right Side.....................................................................................6

Top View......................................................................................7

Bottom View.................................................................................7

Getting Started.....................................................8

Micro SD memory card installation ....................8

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Charging.........................................................................10

Using Home / Travel adapter:................................................10

Using the In-Vehicle Bracket...............................13

Operating Methods........................................17

Startup.............................................................................17

Shutdown.......................................................................17

Using Functions...............................................18

Function Menu Music Playback Function.........19

Storing MP3 files on Micro SD memory cards19

Starting music playback..........................................19

Image Browsing Function.....................................24

Setting..............................................................................26

Volume & Light......................................................................26

Time........................................................................................28

Panel Adjustment...................................................................29

Reset GPS...............................................................................31

Version....................................................................................33

Language.................................................................................34

Select [Language] from the main screen to access the Language screen.

Select the language what you want under the screen. ...................34

Startup Message.....................................................................34

Hot Key...................................................................................35

Troubleshooting.............................................................36

System reset.........................................................................36

Normal Care and Maintenance...........................................37

Keep dry......................................................................................37

Do not drop the unit..................................................................37

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Avoid sudden temperature changes........................................37

Operating temperature..............................................................37

Avoid exposure to sunlight.......................................................38

Cleaning the screen....................................................................38

Do not disassemble....................................................................38

Storage.................................................................................38

Appendix.........................................................................39

Specifications.......................................................................39

Federal regulations........................................................41

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Preface

We appreciate your purchase of the GPSmile 61. Please read all instructions thoroughly for a full understanding of the

products’ features.

Symbols

For fast reference of the data you wish to find, this manual uses the following symbols.

ü This icon means you should take note of the message and read

during use.

M This icon means warning and you should take care not to damage

the unit.

F This icon means useful tips for extra information while using.

Important Notice

• This system only provides a navigational reference. Do not use this

system for any directional, distance, and geographic precise measurements.

• The first GPS positioning should be performed at a single set point in

a wide-open area without building shelters. The length of time it takes to position will depend on the satellite signal strength, and cloud levels. It will possibly taking up to 10 minutes.

• GPS (Global Positioning System) is the satellite system used by the

United States of America Department of Defense. All maintenance and operations are also managed by the United States of America Department of Defense. Should the system be modified and adjusted, the precision and operation of the GPS related systems might be affected.

• Any wireless communication products (mobile phone, radio, speed

detection unit etc) might affect the GPS signal and result in a poor signal.

• For safety reasons, do not operate this system while driving a vehicle.

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• Do not leave this unit under your front windshield after you leave the

not block

not secure in

front of airbag

vehicle. Exposure to high temperatures might be dangerous and cause the battery to overheat, resulting in malfunction of the device.

• Window tinting might interfere with the reception of satellite signals.

We recommend that you install a vehicle antenna to strengthen and stabilize the signal.

• The planned navigational route is for reference only; changes in

roadside conditions (one way streets, no right turns) may happen so please respond according to the situation and decide whether or not to follow the planned course.

• When placing this system in the vehicle, please secure it on the car

with brackets to ensure safety. The recommended installation location is illustrated below.

X Do

driver’s view

X Do

X Do not place on

unstable dashboard

X Do not secure in

front of airbag

• Differences between manufactured and shipped versions may be

present; this software may be updated frequently. If the descriptions in this manual are different from your software version, please follow the software version currently on hand.

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Other Functions

• Music playback: plays MP3 music files.

• Video play films

• Image display: displays photographs or image files

First time use

Without the written consent of HOLUX Technology, Inc, this manual, including the product and the software, may not be duplicated, transmitted, recorded or saved on storage devices. Furthermore, it shall not be translated under any circumstances into any other languages.

Important Notice

Please thoroughly read this manual of operating instructions and explanations. Only use original factory approved batteries and accessories to prevent unexpected damage. If the correct procedures were not followed for operation or incompatible accessories were connected, this is a violation of the warrantee agreement and will automatically void the warrantee. This may also cause personal safety issues.

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Package Contents

Your product should include the following accessories:

NAV-61 Unit In-vehicle Bracket fixing

Car Adapter

Home / Travel Adapter

(Optional)

CD-ROM Quick Guide

Micro SD Card

(Optional)

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Basic Operation

Introduction

Front View

4.3” TFT LCD with touch screen

Rear View

External Antenna port

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Left Side

Right Side

Micro SD card

Power button

Earphone port

USB port

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Battery

Top View

Bottom View

Hot key

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Getting Started

If you are a first-time system user, the following explanations will help you quickly understand the system operations, and experience the system’s powerful and convenient functions.

Micro SD memory card installation

This unit is equipped with a Micro SD memory card slot. You can purchase Micro SD Cards to expand the memory capacity.

To insert the memory card:

With the metal contacts of the memory card facing back, insert the card into the slot on the right side of the unit.

To remove the memory card:

1. Gently press the top of the memory card, and the card will eject

automatically.

2. Then, pull to remove the memory card.

ü The included memory card contains the digital map files that are

required for the GPS navigational data. Please do not delete.

ü When removing the memory card, please make sure the card is not

reading data, or it will cause a system crash.

ü Do not set the Micro SD memory card as write protected, or the

system will not operate properly.

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M When operating, accidental removal of the memory card will

result in showing an error message. Please reinsert the memory card and the system may need to be reset before further use.

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Charging

Using Home / Travel adapter:

Before using the device for the first time, we strongly suggest you use a fully charged battery.

1. Insert the USB connector into the unit.

2. Plug the adapter into a power outlet.

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M Please do not use USB cable to connect with PC/Laptop when

battery low or without battery, it will be causing device can not boot.

Using the car charger:

While using the device in a vehicle, use the included car charger for long periods of usage.

1. Plug the small plug into the power jack on the rear of the in-vehicle

bracket or left side of the device.

2. Insert the other end into the cigarette lighter.

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ü This device uses a built-in rechargeable battery. Please note the

following:

• Please do not charge in a hot environment, such as on a balcony or an area exposed to direct sunlight.

• Do not wait until the battery is depleted to recharge.

• When not using the unit for a long time, please remove the

battery pack from the device.

• When charging a completely depleted battery, wait at least one minute before starting up the system. This will prevent excessive battery discharge.

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Using the In-Vehicle Bracket

The included in-vehicle bracket set can be securely suctioned on the front windshield, or secured on top of the glove compartment using the adhesive plate. This device will effectively secure the GPS unit in the vehicle. Follow the procedures below to secure the bracket:

1. Follow the arrows and secure the unit into the in-vehicle bracket fitting holes.

2. Gently push the unit until the unit is tightly fixed with the bracket.

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Note: Please note the directions of the arrows. When secured, the assembly should be tight. If these directions are not followed, a loose fit will result, and components must be reassembled.

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3. Suction the vehicle bracket securely to the windshield, ensuring its base is resting firmly on the dashboard Œ. Bend the bracket support to a proper angle (•＆Ž).

4. The in-vehicle bracket assembly is complete.

5. To remove the GPS unit, press the release button Œ and unscrew •.

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ü When using the in-vehicle secure bracket, do not install it in a

location that will block the view of the driver

ü Recommended installation requirements:

The bracket base should rest securely on the dashboard to prevent excessive shock.

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Operating Methods

Startup

For first time use, please press and hold the power button for about 0.5 second to turn on the power.

Power button

Shutdown

While power is on, press the power button to turn the power off.

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Using Functions

During the first startup, the screen will show the main screen consisting of three functions: navigation, multimedia and settings. Directly select an icon on the screen to use the function. Multimedia including music, video and photo viewer functions.

GPS

Multimedia

SETTING

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Loads the navigation program and navigation screen

Note: If an Micro SD card with navigator software is inserted, the system will automatically enter GPS function after startup.

MP3 -- Plays MP3 music VIDEO -- Plays video PHOTO -- Plays images

System setup

Function Menu

Music Playback Function

This unit has an MP3 Music Playback function that is capable of playing back MP3 files stored on Micro SD memory cards.

Storing MP3 files on Micro SD memory cards

You must first convert the music from an audio CD into MP3 files on your computer. Then, save them onto the Micro SD memory card.

All the files need to be stored under the MP3 directory, and the file format needs to be “*.mp3”.

Starting music playback

1. Insert the Micro SD memory card with stored MP3 files into the Micro SD memory card slot on the unit.

2. Turn the power on, and select the [Multimedia] icon on the main menu. Then select the [MP3] icon to start music playback.

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3. The Music Playback Window. Use the buttons to control each

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12 11

playback function.

10 13

Play / Pause

Music Status

9 8

7 6

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Stop

Normal / All / Random / Repeat mode

Exit

Volume display

Progress bar

Repeat mode indicator

Battery indicator

Timer

Help

Play List

4. Play List : Select the Play List to add/delete music play list.

35 6

MP3 List On Micro SD Card

Delete One

Add All

Add One

Delete All

Exit

MP3 List on the Device

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Video

Video can read the film with the following data format: __.wmv, __.asf. Please convert files into a readable format and save them on the Micro SD memory card in a folder named "film".

1. Insert the Micro SD memory card with Video files into the Micro SD memory card slot on the unit.

2. Turn the power on, and select the [ Multimedia ] icon from the Main Menu Screen. Then select the [ VIDEO ] icon to read the film.

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3. Use the Up/Down arrow key to select the film.

/Total

elete

Help

Use the right/left arrow key to move forward/backward in the film.

Next Play

Exit

All Screen

Previous Play/pause

Stop

Double Display speed

Delete

Exit

Displayed

length

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Image Browsing Function

1. The system has an Image Browsing function that is capable of displaying images/photographs stored on Micro SD memory cards.

All the files need to be stored under the Image directory, and the file format needs to be “*.jpg”.

2. Insert the Micro SD memory card with stored image files into the Micro SD memory card slot on the unit.

3. Turn the power on, and select the [Multimedia] icon on the Main Menu. Then select the [PHOTO] icon to start image browsing function.

4. The Image Browsing Window.

Help

Photo title

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Slide show Delete

Exit

Information

Slide show

Rotate

Zoom in

Viewing Size

Zoom out

Delete

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Setting

Volume & Light

1. After starting up the system, select the [SETTING] icon to enter.

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2. Select [ Volume & Light ] from the main screen to access the settings screen.

a. Control the volume directly with the “speaker” icon. There are nine

levels of volume.

Select the “MUTING” icon to mute the Volume.

b. Control the LCD Brightness with “light bulb” icon. There are nine levels

of brightness.

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Time

1. Select [Time] from the main screen to access the Time settings

screen.

2. Access the Date pull down menu and choose the correct value.

3. Access the Time pull down menu and choose the correct value.

4. Access the Time Zone pull down menu and choose the correct value.

5.Select to return to main menu screen.

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Panel Adjustment

Control the unit through the finger or stylus by touching/writing on the screen. If the system cannot correctly identify your input, please run through the screen calibration procedure.

1. From the settings window, select [Panel Adjustment] to start the screen calibration procedure.

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2. Use the finger/stylus and touch the cross at the center of the screen once.

3. Touch the cross in the second position once.

4. Touch the cross in the third position once.

5. Continue the calibration by touching the cross.

6. The setting page will return when adjustment is finished.

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Reset GPS

1. Select [Reset GPS] from the main screen to access the GPS settings

screen.

2. Select the “YES” icon to start the GPS reset procedure.

3. Select the “NO” icon to return to the main “Setting” screen.

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4. The following information is for "GPS reset fail!"

5. The following information is for "GPS reset OK!"

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Version

1. Select [Version] from the main screen to access the Version screen.

2. The screen display will show the version information.

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Language

Select [Language] from the main screen to access the Language screen. Select the language what you want under the screen.

Startup Message

1. Warning Voice: Under the settings window, check the Warning

Voice toþ / c (check / uncheck) if you would like the startup

message is to be broadcast.

2. Click Voice: Under the setting windows, check the click voice to þ /

c (check/uncheck) to enable / disable the click voice.

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Hot Key

Press the [Hot key] to enter the “Volume” and ”LCD Brightness” screen.

Hot key

Follow page 24 for the volume and backlight setting.

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Troubleshooting

System reset

It will only be required to reboot the system under extremely few circumstances. Reset your system if the following situations occur:

1. You experience heavy lag while refreshing a screen or operations, which results in an inoperable system.

2. Cannot turn off the system with the power button.

3. No response from a selection made on the screen.

Follow below processes to reset the system:

• Remove the battery cover and then take out the battery pack.

• Insert the battery pack to the system and insert the battery

cover.

• The system will immediately reset.

• You will now see the main screen and the system is ready for

use.

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Normal Care and Maintenance

To ensure the unit’s normal operation and extended life span, please note the following while using and storing:

Keep dry

This product is not waterproof. If it comes into contact with water or is submerged into water, it will seriously damage the components and result in irreversible damages.

Do not drop the unit

A serious damage may be caused if it is violently impacted or shocked.

Avoid sudden temperature changes

Condensation may occur when entering a warm room on a cold day. To prevent condensation from damaging the unit, please place it into an airtight plastic bag before exposing it to sudden temperature changes.

Keep away from strong magnetic fields

When using or storing, please keep away from strong electromagnetic/radioactive or magnetic field equipment.

Operating temperature

The products operating temperature is between 0°C ~ 40°C. Please do not operate it under extreme temperatures.

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Avoid exposure to sunlight

Please avoid long periods of sunlight or exposure to high temperatures.

Cleaning the screen

Use a soft clean cloth to wipe the screen. Do not use ordinary tissue to wipe the screen.

Do not disassemble

Please do not disassemble the product. This may void the warranty and damage the unit.

Storage

For storage, keep the unit in a dry box. Please do not keep the product in the following environments:

1. Unventilated and humid locations.

2. In a car window that is exposed to excessive amounts of sunlight.

3. In an environment where humidity is over 90%.

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Appendix

Specifications

Integrated GPS Receiver

Acquisition Time

Accuracy GPS antenna Handheld Software

(Pre-loaded) Processor

Operating System Memory Weight

Size Car Holder / Charger Battery

Extension Slot

Display

Audio

Temperature

Humidity

USB

32 parallel channels

◇ Reacquisition : 0.1 sec. ◇ Hot start : 1 sec. ◇ Warm start : 38 sec. ◇ Cold start : 42 sec.

◇ Position: 10 m. for 90% ◇ Velocity: 0.1 m/s

Built-in patch antenna

◇ Companion CD:

Adobe Acrobat Reader® for Pocket PC - PDF file viewer

◇ GPSmile 61 Handheld Manual

Samsung S3C2443 400 MHz. Microsoft Windows CE. Net 5.0 Core Version

◇ 64 MB Flash ◇ 64 MB Mobile SDRAM

<150 g 115 (L)x 78.5 (W)x 12 ~ 14.1 (H) mm

◇ Input voltage: 10~30V, 1.3A max. ◇ Output voltage: 5.4V/1.2A

◇ Removable Rechargeable 1050 mAh Li-Ion Battery

Micro SD

◇ 4.3” ( 16:9 ) TFT LCD with touch screen ◇ 480 x 272 pixels ◇ 16 M colors

◇ Built-in speaker. ◇ Software volume control. ◇ 3.5mm headphone jack

◇ Operation: -10°C ~ 60°C ◇ Storage: -20°C ~ 70°C

◇ Operation: 0%~90% ◇ Storage: 0%~90%

◇ USB 2.0 ◇ mini USB Connector for USB client & DC power in

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Backlight Adjustment

Software

Bluetooth (Optional Function)

TMC (Optional Function)

Flash Memory (Optional Function)

High Speed Processor (Optional Function)

Software Backlight Adjustment Control

◇ MP3 ◇ Video ◇ Photo

Support PBAP(Phonebook) ◇ Support HFP(Hands◇ -Free) Support DUN (Dial◇ -up Networking)

TMC Traffic Receiver

Built-in 2G Flash

Samsung S3C2443 533 MHz.

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Federal regulations

"FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

--Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

--Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

--Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

--Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help."

"RF exposure warning

·This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and

the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. "

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during transmitting.

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