Navilock NL-125O User Manual

NL-125O Outdoor Tripper

User Manual (60118)

Thank you for choosing a Navilock product. We are sure that the use of the NL-125O will bring you much pleasure. In order to avoid anything that could dampen your fun, please read this user manual carefully before starting to use the device.

This manual will give you illustrated step-by-step explanations of all the functions of this device and of the software. After reading these carefully, you can start operating the device.

1. Introduction and Safety Information

1.1 Introduction

The NL-125O GPS Tripper is an outdoor device that provides a leisure experience with pre-planned routes or waypoints. The Sirf3 GPS-chipset allows the device to receive satisfactory signals even under adverse conditions. The electronic compass compensates – if necessa ry – for signal loss and guides you using compass directions to your destination.

1.2 Safety Information Important Health and Safety Information

When using this product, you should take the following safety precautions in order to avoid possible damage and legal consequences. Please comply carefully with all safety and operation instructions and keep it safely . Please pay attention to all warnings in this user manual and on the prod uct. In order to avoid injury, electric shock, fire or damage to this product, please comply with the following warnings.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

This product is designed to be powered by a storage battery. An y other use can be dangerous and will lead to a loss of any warranty claim for this product. Use only the original equipment and never charge the storage battery with any charger not approved by the manufacturer.

Handle storage batteries with care.

If not handled properly, storage batteries can be a fire hazards and cause burns. You must not disassemble, destroy, perforate or undercharge this battery. Never throw it into a fire or water, or expose it to temperatures above 60°C (140°F).

PLEASE NOTE: PLEASE RECYCLE OR DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES OR STORAGE BATTERY CELLS ACCORDING TO THE LOCAL REGULATIONS OR IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE INFORMATION ENCLOSED WITH THIS PRODUCT.

SAFETY INFORMATION CONCERNING DIRECT SUNLIGHT

Please avoid exposing the device to excessive dampness and extreme temperatures. Do not leave the device, the battery or the storage battery cells in a vehicle or any place where the temperatures could rise above 60°C (140°F), e.g. on a car dashboard, a windowsill or behind a pane of glass directly exposed to the sun. This might damage the device or the vehicle and overheat the batteries or storage battery cells.

Damage requiring repairs

Under any of the following circumstances, disconnect the product from the power supply, also remove the storage battery and contact an authorized maintenance specialist or the deal er:

• A liquid has seeped into, or an object has penetrated, the device.

• The product has been exposed to rain or dampness.

• The product has fallen to the ground or was damaged.

• There are visible signs of overheating.

• The product does not work properly when used correctly.

Please avoid using the device immediately after it has been subjected to large temperature fluctuations.

When the device has been exposed fluctuations in temperature or humidity, condensation may occur inside the casing. In order to avoid damage to the device, wait until the moisture has evaporated before turning it on.

PLEASE NOTE: When bringing the device from a cold into a warm or from a warm into a cold environment, let the device reach ambient temperature before turning it on.

2. Specifications

Electronic and mechanical details

Item NL-12OO

Max. waypoints 10

Max. routes 5 Display size 21.9 x 32.87 mm

Display type LCD with 4 grey levels

Pixels (h x w) 96 x 128

Weight 90g

Protection class IPX4

Dimensions 76.5 x 61.5 x 17.5 mm

Background illumination Ordinary

Working temperature -10oC – +60 oC

Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing

Power supply via Mini USB port

Charging connector DC 5 volt via Mini USB port

Battery Rechargeable 1600 mAH Li-Polymer storage battery

GPS (3D Fix), illumination on 75mA

Power consumption

GPS (3D Fix), illumination off 50mA GPS (3D Fix), illumination on 19 hours

Battery life

GPS (3D Fix), illumination off 30 hours

PC connection mode USB interface

Charging time Mini USB 350mA, 3 hours to full charge

Electronic compass YAMAHA Y AS52P 3 Axis

GPS parameters

GPS chip set SiRF Star III LPx

Frequency L1, 1575.42 MHz

C/A code 1.023 MHz chip rate

Channels 20

Antenna type Built-in patch antenna

Position

10 meters, 2D RMS

5 meters, 2D RMS, WAAS on

Speed 0.1 m/s

Time 1µs synchronized to GPS time Date WGS-84

New detection 0.1 seconds, on average

Hot start 1 seconds, on average

Warm start 38 seconds, on average

Cold start 42 seconds, on average

Height 18,000 meters (60,000 feet) max.

Maximum speed 515 meters/second (1000 knots) max.

acceleration Less than 4g

Vibration 20 m/sec3

3. Product Contents

3.1 Equipment

Please confirm that all these parts are included in the package before you start to use the device and contact your specialized dealer in case anything should be da maged or missing.

NL-125O

Strap

USB cable

CD-ROM

3.2 Device Keys

Button Explanation

1. On/Off & Light z To switch On or Off and activate the backlight.

Marking Waypoint/

ESC

z Mark points and leave the selected page

3. Find Waypoint z Go to the waypoint

4. Back to Start z Follow the travel route

5. Scrolling z Scroll key

6. OK z Enter & Confirm

3.3 Position of the Antenna

The GPS antenna is located in the lower part of the housing. This part should always have an unobstructed view of the sky.

3.4 Battery Instructions

The NL-125O GPS Tripper works with a built-in rechargeable Li-Polymer storage battery. An indicator in the lower left corner of the display shows the remaining storage battery power.

z Charging the storage battery:

1. Plug the Mini USB plug into the USB slot of the NL-125O and the other end into a USB slot on a PC, vehicle, or plug charging adapter.

2. It takes approximately 5-6 hours to fully charge the storage battery.

Important: Charge the storage battery fully before using the NL-125O for the first time.

4. Startup

4.1 Startup of the NL-125O

Press the ON/OFF button for 2 seconds. You will then see the startup screen with the welcome message.

The NL-125O will immediately begin to get a satellite fix. This may take a few minutes, or up to 30 minutes, depending on signal reception.

Press the "OK" key to leave the locating screen.

4.2 Explanation of the Symbols

The battery symbol shows the

remaining battery capacity.

If the symbol for the electronic

compass blinks it means there is too much magnetic interference and it requires recalibration.

GPS Status Display

z Not available: No signal z Blinking: 2D fix z Without bar: 3D fix z 1 bar: 3D fix/weak signal z 2 bars: 3D fix/good signal z 3 bars: 3D fix/excellent signal

5. Routes

5.1 Start of the Route

z You can use the route for geocaching or for outdoor navigation.

1. Press the button to choose a route planned with the PC and the NaviSport Tool.

2. Use

to select the desired route entry and confirm

it with OK.

3. You can now add, remove or chang e route waypoi nt s.

If you do not want to perform any of these actions,

press the

key repeatedly until the marker reaches "FOLLOW". Then press OK and choose if you want to run towards the destination (Forwards) or from the destination back to the originally planned starting point (Backwards).

4. The electronic compass shows the direction to be run

and the remaining time to the destination based on the current speed.

5. By pressing the OK key again, a kind of map of your planned route will be shown. In this respect, the scale you have chosen is important. The small arrow on the route shows you the direction to the next route waypoint. The arrow on the right hand side shows the direction to the destination point. Changes to the map

view scale are made with the

key.

(a)

(b)

The point "ROUTE Setting" is located in the basic settings. Here you have to set the distance indicator for the response to the route waypoints you set. Over a distance of 1000m with four waypoints for example, the setting must be 200m to display the changes of direction correctly. Otherwise, the NL-125O will only show the one at 1000m and you may run in the wrong direction.

5.2 Finishing of the Route

1. Press the button to finish route management.

2. Choose "YES" and the NL-125O ends active route

management. This will be indicated by a compass with no needle.

6. Waypoints

6.1 Saving of Waypoints

z In order to save a point of interest (POI) or the place you have parked your vehicle for example,

proceed as follows.

1. Press the button to select a waypoint icon. If you do not like the one displayed, choose NO. Y ou can

switch between YES and NO with the

key.

2. By using the

key, you can switch from "Confirm" to the designation (in this example 010) and the picture for this waypoint (in this example the point above the 010).

3. Confirm with OK if you want to change the picture or

the designation. You can use the

key for browsing

within this selection. Always confirm this with OK.

4. You have a total of 10 memory slots for waypoints.

Use the key to change and confirm this with the

button. This waypoint will be saved when you

have a satellite fix.

7. Find a Waypoint

7.1 GO TO

z In order to return to a point of interest (POI) or your parked vehicle, proceed as follows.

1. Press the button to display the list of already saved POIs and select the one you want.

2. Then press to activate the function "GOTO".

3. The electronic compass shows the direction to be run

and the remaining time to the destination based on the current speed.

4. By pressing the OK key again, a kind of map of your

planned route will be shown. In this respect, the scale you have chosen is important. The small arrow on the route shows you the direction to the next route waypoint. The arrow on the right hand side shows the direction to the destination point. Changes to the map

view scale are made with the

key.

7.2 Deletion of a Waypoint

1. Press the button to display the selection of saved

POIs.

2. Change from GOTO to DELETE with the button.

3. Then press to delete the waypoint permanently.

7.3 Ending the Function GO TO

1. In order to cancel the function GOTO, press the

key.

2. You will be asked “Exit GOTO”. Switch from NO to YES

with the

key.

3. Pressing the OK key, will close the active route.

4. When the function has been stopped the compass will

no longer display a needle.

8. Calibration of the Electronic Compass

z Recalibrate the electronic compass if you think its dat a is incorrect o r if the compas s indicator on t he

display blinks.

1. If it is necessary to calibrate the compass, press the

and buttons at the same time.

2. Follow the instructions on the screen. First, put the NL-125O flat on the table and turn it slowly until the screen displays changes.

3. Then place the NL-125O upright on the table and hold it firmly. It will rotate slowly about its own axis.

4. Upon completion of the calibration, the display will

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