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Dual XGPS170 Owner's Manual

Dual XGPS170 Owner's Manual

Gps + ads-b weather and traffic receiver
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XGPS170
OWNER'S MANUAL
GPS + ADS-B Weather
and Traffic Receiver

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  • Page 1 XGPS170 OWNER'S MANUAL GPS + ADS-B Weather and Traffic Receiver...
  • Page 2 Bluetooth. Please consult the owner’s manual for your specific de- vice to determine whether it supports SPP. Some devices, like Android-based devices, may need a helper app to connect to the XGPS170. See Pair-...
  • Page 3 NEXRAD information ev- ery 15 minutes. Both weather broadcasts are re- ceived by the XGPS170. Traffic. The XGPS170 will also receive ADS-B traffic information from both the ADS-B ground system and from other aircraft operating 978 MHz ADS-B Out transponders.
  • Page 4 Until all aircraft are ADS-B out equipped, always assume there is air traffic around you that is not being reported by the ADS-B system. NOTE: The XGPS170 is not an ADS-B Out trans- mitter. Additionally, not all electronic flight bag (EFB)

  • Page 5: Controls And Indicators

    Battery status Please refer to the diagram above to locate the controls and indicators on the XGPS170. Mode switch. The mode switch must be set for the device you want to use the XGPS170 with: Switch Position For these devices: Apple •...
  • Page 6 This light is normally off while the XGPS170 is running. Bluetooth status light. This blue light will indicate whether the XGPS170 is searching for a device to connect to, or has successfully paired to a device.
  • Page 7 ADS-B antenna connection. The included ADS-B antenna will need to be attached to the XGPS170 before use. Remove the protective rubber cap on the front side of the XGPS170 to expose the ADS- B antenna connector. An external antenna can also be used with the XGPS170.
  • Page 8 Step 2) Move the Mode switch on the XGPS170 to the setting for the type of device you will be using. Step 3) Pair the XGPS170 to your iPad or Android tablet (see Pairing with your device below).
  • Page 9 When inserting the XGPS170 into the pad face down, ensure that the red disc on the top of the XGPS170 lines up with the hole in the bottom of the pad. If the bottom of the pad looses its stickiness from...

  • Page 10: Pairing With Your Device

    XGPS170, make sure the last device you used with the XGPS170 is turned completely off or is out of Bluetooth range. However, in order for the XGPS170 to automati- cally reconnect, the other device(s) must already be turned first.
  • Page 11 USB source before continuing - see Charging on page 15. The XGPS170 will pair to two iOS devices or two Android tablets. To pair to the second device, repeat the same instructions you followed for the first.
  • Page 12 The blue Connected LED on the XGPS170 will blink rapidly for a few seconds and then stay illuminated, confirming the two devices have successfully paired and are communicating.
  • Page 13 OS version 4.1 and may be different if you are using a different version of the Android OS.) • Make sure the Mode switch on the XGPS170 is in the “Other” position. • On the Android device go to: Settings->Developer Options...

  • Page 14: Bluetooth Settings

    • After a few seconds, the word XGPS170- will appear in the list of devices. (Note: xxxxxx the last 6 digits are part of the XGPS170 Blue- tooth ID and will vary from device to device.) At this point, the Android device may say Paired...
  • Page 15 The XGPS170 is charged via the USB connector on the end of the device. To charge, turn off the XGPS170 and connect it to the USB port on any computer using the included USB cable. You can also charge the XGPS170 from any standard USB wall charger, including the one which comes with the iPad/iPod touch/iPhone.

  • Page 16: Tips For Best Performance

    XGPS170 Tips for best performance • For best GPS reception, put the XGPS170 in a location with a clear view of the sky. • The ADS-B broadcast is a line-of-sight UHF signal originating from both terrestrial and airborne transmitters: weather is sent from ground stations, and traffic is transmitted from both ground stations and other aircraft.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    Airplane Mode, you will need to manu- ally re-enable Bluetooth on the iOS device, and then turn on the XGPS170. • If you cannot pair the XGPS170 with a device: Step 1. Make sure the Mode switch on the XGPS170 is in the correct position.
  • Page 18 XGPS170 both the device and the XGPS170. • The battery in the XGPS170 is not user-ser- viceable. For battery issues, please contact Cus- tomer Support for additional help: send e-mail to cs@dualav.com or call 866-382-5476. For other questions or additional help, please contact Customer Support via e-mail at cs@dua- lav.com or call 866-382-5476.

  • Page 19: Specifications

    XGPS170 Specifications Dimensions (WxHxD in mm) • XGPS170: 110 x 70 x 20 • Non-slip pad: 113 x 184 x 29 XGPS170 Voltage • Input voltage: 5 VDC Cigarette Lighter Power Adapter Voltage • Input voltage: 12-30 VDC • Output: 5 VDC, 2.1A •...

  • Page 20: Fcc Compliance

    XGPS170 • Relative humidity: 5% - 95% non condensing ICC Compliance This Class [B] digital apparatus complies with Ca- nadian ICES-003. FCC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two...

  • Page 21: Warranty

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Dual Electronics Corp. warrants this prod- uct to the original purchaser to be free from de- fects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase.
  • Page 22 Who is covered? This warranty is extended to the original retail purchaser for products purchased from an authorized Dual dealer and used in the U.S.A. What is covered? This warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product. The...
  • Page 23 XGPS170 3. Please describe your problem in writing and include your name, a return UPS shipping address (P.O. Box not acceptable), and a daytime phone number with your shipment. 4. For more information and for the location of the nearest authorized service center please con- tact us by one of the following methods: •...
  • Page 24 Dual Electronics Corp. Toll Free: 1-866-382-5476 www.dualav.com ©2013 Dual Electronics Corp. All rights reserved. iPod, iPad and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the US and other countries. “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean...

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