GliderGuider
USER GUIDE
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7. Connecting to a computer:
You will, from time to time require to connect your GliderGuider to a Personal
Computer
– primarily for the purpose of accessing and maintaining User Files
including Log Files.
Connect the device to your Personal Computer using the supplied USB
Interface Cable.
Power on
– press and hold the Power Button for approximately 1 second.
The
GliderGuider
flash screen
– always shown in landscape mode.
The “Connect Screen” shows.
Select
“Disk Drive” and tap “OK”.
Note:
“Active Sync” and “Windows Mobile Device Centre” are additional applications
for Windows computers which support additional levels of connectivity with Windows
Mobile devices. While occasionally useful, these are not essential for the normal
day-to-day use of your
GliderGuider
device. However, some will find connecting
the device to a computer more convenient than updating the User Files via the
Storage Card.
8. Other Important Information:
User Files:
All Moving Map software applications require a selection of additional information in
the form of computer readable data files in order to operate correctly:
Terrain Map(s)
For the area of intended flight
– for location with respect to the
ground.
Vector Map(s)
For the area of intended flight
– for location with respect to
ground topology.
Airspace Map(s)
For the area of intended flight
– for location with respect to local
airspace
Waypoint File(s)
For the area of intended flight - for location of waypoints (and
other features) for the purpose of navigation flying tasks.
Note
: It is essential that these files are installed and maintained in accordance
with the local flying laws and rules as well as any competition rules (where
appropriate). Details regarding the selection and use of these files is beyond
the scope of this User Guide. Please refer to the relevant Application Software
and appropriate Operators Manual for further information.
