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PC Database Update Kit:
The PC Database Update Kit allows you to update the GPS 95's aviation
database (Americas or International) at home, or in your office, using a PC-
compatible computer. The PC Database Update Kit includes the database
diskette(s) and instructions. When ordering your first update, be sure to also
order a PC interface cable. This cable, which connects to a COM port on
your PC, is not part of the update kit.
PC Software Kit:
The PC Software Kit allows you to download route, waypoint and track data
from the GPS 95 to your PC-compatible computer. You may also edit this
data and upload it back into the GPS 95. With the software kit you can plot
data files and/or display current position in real-time on a grid map. Data files
can be printed for future reference. For planning purposes, the software kit
provides animated satellite orbit displays and allows you to print a satellite
visibility chart. The software kit includes both 3.5" and 5.25" diskettes, an
instruction manual and a PC interface cable. This cable can be used with
both the PC Software Kit and the PC Update Kit.
1.5 OPERATIONAL MODES
While using your GPS 95, you may select from one of three operational
modes: Normal or Battery Saver modes for actual navigation, or Simulator
mode for practicing/trip planning. In Normal and Battery Saver modes,
typical time to first fix is less than 2.5 minutes. (If you have used your unit
within the hour, it may take as little as 15 seconds.) In Simulator mode the
GPS 95 will not acquire satellites, but will display a position based on the last
known location or any other position that you designate.
Normal mode offers continuous navigation updates and should be selected
when the GPS 95 will be used in a high dynamics environment (i.e., frequent
speed and heading changes). The GPS 95 will typically operate up to two
hours using the AA battery pack, or up to five hours using the optional NiCad
battery pack.
Battery Saver mode, suitable for most applications, offers position updates
that adapt to your needs while extending battery life. The GPS 95 will
typically operate up to four hours using the AA battery pack, or up to eight
hours using the optional NiCad battery pack.
Simulator mode allows you to simulate the operation of the GPS 95 while
at home or in your office. The simulator mode can be selected while learning
to use your GPS 95 and is ideal for planning routes and entering waypoints.
Keep in mind that the GPS 95 is not tracking satellites in the simulator mode.
YOU SHOULD NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE THE SIMULATOR MODE FOR
ACTUAL NAVIGATION.
