ALAN MAP 600
user’s manual
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4 Preparation
4.1 Unpacking
When opening the box containing your receiver, ensure that the
package includes:
a. GPS Map600 Receiver
b. Quick guide
c. CD-ROM with detailed user manual
d. MapRoute installing program to collect maps
e. Certificate of warranty
f. serial RS232 data cable
Depending on the model, some parts may already be
attached/connected to the receiver. In any case, if any parts are
missing,
contact your supplier immediately.
To use of the Map600 efficient, you also need Detail maps for Europe, 2
rechargeable batteries and one CF-Card. For a comfortable (easy and
quick) transfer of the Detail maps on the CF-Card, we recommend to use
a CF-Card Reader and Writer.
4.2 Optional
accessories
1 Compact Flash Memory card (CF-Card)
For memorizing digital maps, you can use CF cards of various
capacities: 16, 32, 64, 96, 128, 256 and 512 MB too.
2 Carholder
When using your MAP 600 in a
vehicle, attach it to its mount
to the dashboard using the 3M
tape supplied. For optimal
reception and signal reading,
move the receiver as close as
possible to the windshield and
keep it at a 45° angle to the
sky. We recommend using an
external antenna.
3 Data cable
2 kinds of cable are available:
• RS232 lead
(9pin SUB-D
connector for COM port) -
with some versions in the
scope of supply;
•
an optional USB lead
for the
data transmission between
PC and GPS, (Download
/Upload) and as NMEA 0183
interface for other appli-
cations of software usable.
