User's Manual
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5. Notices
5.1 Global Positioning System
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated and maintained by the Government of the United
States of America who are responsible for the availability and the accuracy of the system. Changes in
the operation, availability and accuracy may affect the operation of your GPS receiver.
5.2 Aircraft and Hospitals
Use of devices with an antenna is prohibited on most aircraft and in many hospitals. The Delorme
Powerpack for Earthmate GPS with Bluetooth is a receiving and transmitting device with two antenna’s
and should not be used in these environments.
5.3 Heat Reflective Shields
Modern vehicles may have a heat reflective shield in the windshield, preventing proper GPS signal
reception if the receiver is placed under the windshield. To get proper reception:
(a) Use an external antenna, or
(b) Place the receiver in a different position, or
(c) Attach the cradle to the windshield behind the rearview mirror, where many vehicles have an
opening in the heat reflective shield, indicated by a black outline.
5.4 Important
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. No liability shall be assumed for
technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages
resulting from the performance or use of this material. This document contains information protected by
copyright.
5.5 Battery
This product uses a Lithium-Ion battery. Please charge fully before first use. Operation in low (below 0o
C/32oF or high (over 40oC/110oF) temperatures will affect power supply efficiency and the ability to
charge the battery. All Lithium-Ion batteries will experience power supply efficiency deterioration over
time even if not used and have a limited life expectancy. Permanently powering the battery will reduce
life expectancy. Do not use your product in a humid, wet and/or corrosive environment. Do not put,
store or leave your product in or near a heat source or in a high temperature location and do not expose
it to temperature over 60oC(140oF). Failure tofollow these guidelines may cause the Lithium- Ion
battery to become hot, explode or ignite and cause injury and/ or damage.
THE LITHIUM- ION
BATTERY CONTAINED IN THE PRODUCT MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY. USE ONLY WITH SUPPLIED CHARGER(s) AND SUPPLIED AC ADAPTOR FOR
BATTERYCHARGING.