Oregon Scientific GP123 User Manual
Oregon Scientific GP123 User Manual

Oregon Scientific GP123 User Manual

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GPS Scout
Model: GP123
USER MANUAL
INDEX
Introduction ...................................................................2
Overview ........................................................................2
Front view ................................................................2
LCD screen ..............................................................3
Battery replacement ......................................................3
Displays .........................................................................4
Operation modes .....................................................4
Time / date / alarm ...................................................4
To set clock and alarm ..................................................5
Altimeter and barometer modes ..................................5
About the altimeter - barometer ...............................5
To set and reset altimeter .........................................5
To set sea level pressure .........................................6
Compass mode .............................................................6
About the compass ..................................................6
Compass sensor calibration .....................................7
Declination angle .....................................................7
True North calibration ...............................................8
GPS mode ......................................................................8
LED light .....................................................................10
Backlight / keypad lock ..............................................10
Water resistance ..........................................................10
Specifications ..............................................................10
Precautions ..................................................................10
About Oregon Scientific .............................................11
EU declaration of conformity .....................................11
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    GPS Scout GPS mode ..............8 Backtrack Altimeter LED light ..............10 Backlight / keypad lock ..........10 Model: GP123 Water resistance ............10 USER MANUAL Specifications ..............10 Precautions ..............10 About Oregon Scientific ..........11 INDEX EU declaration of conformity ........11 Introduction ..............2 Overview ................2 Front view ..............2...
  • Page 2: Backtrack Altimeter

    GP123 comes equipped with GPS, altimeter, barometer, compass and alarm. With easy-to-view display and sturdy yet comfortable palm- grip design, the GP123 is useful when venturing outdoors. View at a glance temperature, time and weather forecast information as well as data relating to altitude, barometer, compass and GPS depending on your selection.
  • Page 3: Lcd Screen

    14. Measurement units (hPa, m, km / ft, inHg, mi) : low battery indicator : direction indicator BATTERY REPLACEMENT The GP123 uses 2 x AAA batteries which have already been installed. If the battery power of the unit is low, and ‘need new batt’...
  • Page 4: Displays

    To replace battery: DISPLAYS 1. Lift up the ring lever part of the screw and rotate counter OPERATION MODES clockwise to open battery compartment. Press DISP/- to toggle between modes: 2. Remove battery compartment cover. 3. Insert the batteries, matching the polarities. 4.
  • Page 5: To Set Clock And Alarm

    To disable alarm: Press any key. ALTIMETER AND BAROMETER MODES ABOUT THE ALTIMETER - BAROMETER The altimeter measures altitude in either meters or feet. The device is equipped with an intelligent barometer that determines altitude by the built-in sensor and advanced Baro-compensation technology.
  • Page 6: To Set Sea Level Pressure

    maximum altitude record (yes / no), then SET to COMPASS MODE confirm. IMPORTANT Although the compass has been calibrated during the manufacturing process, it is highly recommended to calibrate the compass before first use to take into account TO SET SEA LEVEL PRESSURE location factors which may affect the compass.
  • Page 7: Compass Sensor Calibration

    To calibrate the compass sensor: 1. Press DISP/- repeatedly to navigate to compass mode. 2. Press and hold SET. Display will show CALI and smart prompt 3. Press SET to start calibration. 4. Rotate the unit clockwise at a constant speed. The moving segments around the circumference of the display act as a guide.
  • Page 8: True North Calibration

    For places elsewhere in the world, visit the website: 2. Press and hold SET. Display will show CALI. http://www.magnetic-declination.com 3. Press DISP/- to toggle to True North option. Display will show NORTH. When you set the declination angle on the compass you compensate for the difference between true and magnetic 4.
  • Page 9 The signal quality is as follows: To search for stored location (backtrack function): 1. Press DISP/- repeatedly to navigate to GPS mode. Excellent 2. Once GPS signal has been successfully found, press repeatedly to select the symbol which represents the location you wish to return to. Good 3.
  • Page 10: Led Light

    WATER RESISTANCE damage. Use luke warm water and mild soap to clean the unit thoroughly after each training session. Never The GP123 is splash proof only. use the products in hot water or store them when wet. • Do not subject the product to excessive force, shock, SPECIFICATIONS dust, temperature changes, or humidity.
  • Page 11: About Oregon Scientific

    Do not touch the exposed electronic circuitry, as there is a danger of electric shock. Hereby, Oregon Scientific, declares that this GPS Scout Backtrack Altimeter (model: GP123) is in compliance with • Check all major functions if the device has not been the essential requirements and other relevant provisions used for a long time.

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