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When you unplug the GPS from your PC it will attempt to acquire a location. If
you are indoors this almost always results in a missed location.
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The software will always add 5 seconds into the time to fix column. Therefore if
your GPS timeout is set to 90 and your data reads 95 there is no need to worry.
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If your data shows 2006/01/01 (default date when no location is acquired and the
time is not set) for the date for the first few locations, then you may not have set
the time correctly before running your test. If you see that date, rerun the test to
check if it happens again.
8.5 Storing your GPS
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When storing your GPS please remember to:
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Verify that the VHF transmitter is not broadcasting
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Verify that the GPS is turned off
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Verify that the magnets are in the correct location
Your GPS will loose at least 2% of its battery life for every year it is in storage. The
actual battery loss will depend on storage temperature. It is important to store the GPS
devices at room temperature in a dry environment. Storing the GPS in a humid
environment without waterproofing the USB port may damage the GPS.
8.6 Turning off your GPS
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We advise programming your GPS to not attempt any positions before you turn it off for
storage. This prevents battery drain if the magnet is inadvertently moved out of position
during storage.
With a standard battery
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Attach magnet to green or blue dot on your GPS.
2.
Plug the unit into the PC via USB cable and open Collar SW.
3.
Set the unit for a quick test. Refer to
Section 8.4a.
4.
Once this quick test is complete, plug the unit back in and go to the Data page.
If no, data was taken during the quick test, the magnet is in the correct
location and you may proceed to step 5.
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