Microsd Slot And Card's Compatibility - Yacht Devices NMEA 0183 User Manual

III. MicroSD Slot and Card's Compatibility
The Device has a slot for a MicroSD card that allows you to configure the Device (see Section VI), update
the firmware (see Section VIII) and record diagnostics data (see Section VII).
Since the MicroSD slot is usually not in use when the Device is working, we recommend sealing it with
the sticker that is included with the Device or with a piece of tape to prevent water from entering the Device
through the slot.
The Device slot has a 'push-push' mechanism that works on a spring and ensures proper card
fixation. Improper loading or unloading (withdrawing your finger to quickly or not waiting
for the click) can result in the card being propelled out of the Device up to 5 meters. To avoid
possible eye injury, loss of or damage to the card, and other hazards, insert and remove
the card with caution.
The Device supports MicroSD memory cards of all sizes and classes. The MicroSD card must be formatted
on a personal computer before use in the Device. The Device supports the following file systems:
FAT (FAT12, FAT16, MS-DOS) and FAT32. It does not support exFAT, NTFS, or any other file systems.
Be careful when inserting the MicroSD card into the Device. The card is inserted with the label side toward
the LED and with the pin side toward the NMEA 0183 cable.
Figure 1. Device with MicroSD card (pin side visible at left, label side at right)
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