Introduction - satmap active12 User Manual

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Introduction

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Introduction
Satmap Systems is the creator of the Active
12 — an award-winning rugged sports GPS
range, purpose-built for the great outdoors,
offering a long battery life in a weatherproof
and shockproof casing.
Easy-to-use with 'plug-and-play' mapping
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Rugged, shockproof and weather-resistant
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Latest dual-band Bluetooth connectivity for
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Peer-to-Peer data sharing, in addition to
support for Heart Rate Monitors
speed/cadence sensors.
Barometric altimeter for accurate elevation
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and pressure readings.
Map orientation options for enhanced
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visibility barometric altimeter for accurate
elevation and pressure readings.
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Hi-Res (HVGA) bright 3.5" colour screen
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Long battery life with numerous power
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management options.
Ability to plan routes on GPS and online
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Extensive range of international maps
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The Active 12 is latest model from Satmap
Systems ultimate sports GPS
easy-to-use and intuitive, showing a blue
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location dot on a real map so you know exactly
where you are at all times. Switch it on, wait
for a couple of minutes and your position is
shown as being the centre of the screen. It has
never been easier to find yourself in the great
outdoors!
We have over 350 maps to choose from.
The unit is supplied with a world base map,
and individual maps are sold separately on
SD cards that plug straight into the Active 12.
Simple to use, there is no computer or other
equipment needed.
As a standalone unit, you are able to plot
routes or Objects of Interest at home or
whilst exploring the outdoors. The unit is
and bike
weatherproof with a backlit screen which
means it can be used day or night in any
weather, with enhanced features such as the
Red Filter for night vision and the Sun Filter for
use in bright sunlight.
This guide will go through everything you need
to know about how to use the Active 12 on
version 2.0 software.
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