HOLUX Technology GR260XX GPSport260 User Manual
HOLUX Technology, Inc GPSport260
User Manual
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GPSport 260
User’s Guide
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Safety Precautions
• Use the power adapter included with the package, using power adapters
other than the one provided will result in malfunction and could prove
dangerous.
• Do not use the power adapter in a wet environment. When hands and feet
are wet, do not touch the power adapter.
• While using the power adaptor ensure that the area is well ventilated. Do
not let paper or other material cover the power adaptor, as this will interfere
with cooling. Do not use the power adaptor whilst it is in a bag.
• Do not attempt to repair the device. If device is damaged or is in a wet
environment, replace the device immediately.
• This device is waterproof (meets IPX 7 standard) but not protected against
water immersion.
Warranty Information
The GPSport 260 is warranted to be free from defects in material and functions
for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If there is a product failure of
within this period (under normal conditions), a replacement will be provided at
no charge to the customer.
Copyright Information
No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may
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be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or
translated into any language in any form or by any mean, without the express
written permission of Holux Technology, Inc.
Copyright© 2008 Holux Technology, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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CAUTION
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of this
device could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be
operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.
RF Exposure Warning
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided
instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to
provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be
co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions
and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started ........................................................................................ 7
F
EATURES
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U
NIT
A
PPEARANCE
................................................................................. 8
B
UTTON
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A
CCESSORIES
...................................................................................... 10
C
HARGING THE
B
ATTERY
..................................................................... 12
Using the AC Charger ..................................................................... 12
I
NSTALLING
B
IKE
M
OUNT
...................................................................... 13
C
ONNECTING TO A
PC.......................................................................... 15
D
RIVER INSTALLATION
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Using the GPSport 260 ......................................................................... 19
Turn on system power..................................................................... 19
Turn off system power..................................................................... 19
Menu................................................................................................ 19
Status Icons..................................................................................... 19
Sport Mode...................................................................................... 22
Plot Mode ........................................................................................ 24
Multi Finder...................................................................................... 25
Pedometer Mode............................................................................. 26
Self Training Mode .......................................................................... 26
Follow Course Mode ....................................................................... 27
Weather Forecast Mode ................................................................. 29
History Mode ................................................................................... 30
Setting Mode ................................................................................... 32
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Normal Care and Maintenance............................................................. 41
Specifications ........................................................................................ 43
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Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing the GPSport 260. The GPSport 260 is a
compact and lightweight device designed for sporting use. It is equipped
with GPS tracking to calculate the amount of CO
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emissions reduced
and the amount of calories consumed by not driving.
Features
● GPS positioning
● Automatic page flipping
● Auto power off after a specified interval with no signal
● Multi Finder can record up to 10 locations and supports return to
starting point
● Can simulate an analog speedometer or use a large-font display
● 4 sport modes for calorie calculations
● Track Log function can start recording after satellite fix
● One touch POI recording
● Supports metric and imperial measurements
● Supports time zones
● Supports 12-hour or 24-hour time display
● 2.4G wireless heart sensor and pedometer
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Unit Appearance
Front View
1.8’’ LCD screen
Up/ Down/ Right/ Left
button
Backlight
Menu
Exit
Enter/
Power/
Pause
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Rear View
Button
Basic button functions
Name Icon Function
Power button
Turn unit on or off.
Menu
Exit
Exit menu.
Cursor buttons Use Up, Down, Left and Right to select an
option. Press the Enter button in the
middle to confirm input.
Mini USB Port
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Accessories
Please make sure the following accessories are included in the box.
Please contact your supplier immediately if there are any missing items.
GPSport 260
USB cable
Quick Guide
AC Adapter
Warranty Card
CD-ROM
Bicycle Mounting Kit
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Charging the Battery
Using the AC Charger
1.
Plug the mini USB plug of the AC charger into the mini USB
port on the top of the handset.
2.
Plug the AC charger into a wall outlet.
When charging, the Power indicator shows . After charging is
complete, the Power indicator shows .
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Installing Bike Mount
You can install the bike mount and the GPS on the left or right side of
the handlebar or on the stem.
1. Attach the bracket to the bracket holder.
2. Thread the two cable ties through the slots of the bracket holder.
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3. Place the rubber pad under the bike mount and attach the bike
mount securely to the bike stem using the two cable ties.
4. Slide in the GPS on top of the bike mount until it snaps into place.
※ Cable ties are reusable
Push here to release
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Connecting to a PC
1.
Connect the mini USB plug (smaller) of the USB cable to the mini
USB port on the top of the system.
2.
Connect the USB plug (larger) or the USB cable to a USB port on
your computer.
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Driver installation
1. Insert the provided installation CD into the computer’s CD drive.
The introductory screen appears automatically. If the screen does
not appear, open the Autorun.exe file on the CD.
2. Click Next to begin the installation. The License Agreement screen
opens.
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3. Read the agreement, click I accept the terms of the license
agreement, then click Next. The Destination Folder screen opens.
4. To install the driver in the default location, click Next. The Ready to
Install the Program screen opens. Or, to change the location, click
Change, type the location, then click Next. The Ready to Install the
Program screen opens.
5. Click Install to continue installation. The Driver Installer screen
opens.
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6. Click Install to start driver installation or click Change Install
Location to change installation folder.
7. Installation is done. Click OK to continue.
8. Click Finish to exit the wizard.
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Using the GPSport 260
Turn on system power
Hold down the Power button until the startup screen appears on
the LCD.
Turn off system power
Hold down the Power button until the LCD shuts off.
Menu
The GPSport 260 offers 9 operating
modes. Use the cursor buttons to cycle
through the options. Press OK to enter the
selected mode.
Status Icons
The status icons indicates Sport mode, Auto Turn Page, POI,
Backlight, Satellite Status, Memory Mode and Battery.
Sport mode offers calorie calculation or indicates that logging is
currently active. When the Sport mode icon disappears, it means
the logging function is stopped or paused.
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Sport mode icons:
Bicycle mode
Running mode
Walking mode
Vehicle mode
Track Log icons:
Track currently being logged
Track currently not being logged
Compass icons:
The black arrow points north
The compass needs calibrating
Backlight icon:
Backlight is on
Satellite mode icons:
Satellite fix acquired
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Device currently attempted to acquire satellite fix
Memory mode icons:
Overwrite: Memory now in Overwrite mode
Full Stop: Show % of remaining memory
Battery status icons:
Battery fully charged
Battery now charging
Battery has been charged
Low battery warning
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Sport Mode
In Sport mode, the Left and Right buttons
can be used to cycle between different
pages of information.
Dashboard:
Displays the speedometer (simulates the
analog dashboard seen in most
transportation). The user can customize
the text to display including speed + travel
time, speed + current time, or speed +
distance.
Speed:
Displays maximum speed and current
speed.
Distance and Time:
Displays distance and time travelled since
log started.
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Altitude:
Displays change in altitude.
Calories:
Displays calories consumed per lap and
total calories consumed today.
Carbon Saving:
Displays amount of carbon dioxide
emissions avoided or number of trees
planted by not driving for one journey.
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Plot Mode
Plot mode can show a graph of the track
log. It can also show the track in real time.
View Plot
Displays the graph for altitude versus time.
Use the up and down buttons to zoom in
and out. Use the right button to select the
x- and y- axis for the graph.
The following x- and
y-axis combinations
are available:
Altitude + Time
Altitude + Distance
Speed + Time
Speed + Distance
Track
Show real-time track
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Multi Finder
Multiple Finder mode can show the
direction to the start of the track and lead
you back to the starting point; alternatively,
enter the coordinates for the destination to
be guided by direction and distance.
Finder Board
Displays destination name as well as
direction and distance to destination.
List Points
Can store up to 10 records
Set Points
Save current coordinates to a POI on the
List.
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Show
Displays the coordinates of current location
and the destination.
Pedometer Mode
Pedometer mode counts and records the
number of steps taken.
Self Training Mode
The user can set a target value to reach in
Self Training mode.
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Follow Course Mode
Follow course mode can be used to follow
the recorded track.
Tracks can be downloaded from the PC to
the GPSport 260.
List
Displays the tracks currently stored on the
GPSport 260 as well as the total distance
of each track.
Track details: distance, time, maximum
speed, average speed, calories, altitude,
carbon reduction, trees planted, and the
number of check points in that track.
Check Points
The details of check points in one track.
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Reverse Course
Reverse the order of check points in one
track
Example: Go from the track's finish to the
starting point instead.
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Weather Forecast Mode
Weather Forecast
Displays sunrise/sunset time, temperature
and air pressure.
The sunrise/sunset time, temperature and
forecasted weather in three hours' time for
the current location.
Air pressure trend over time
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History Mode
History shows track details
Displays total number of tracks. Tracks can
also be set as Favorite.
Track List records track time and distance.
Favorite
The statistics for all tracks or favorites.
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Track statistics. Use the left and right
buttons to cycle between different intervals
(1 day, 2 days… etc.)
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Setting Mode
Various setting information
Setting Menu
Quick Setup Item 1 – set Sport mode
Bicycle Mode: Calculate the
calories consumed while cycling
Running mode: Calculate the calories
consumed while running
Walking mode: Calculate the calories
consumed while walking
Vehicle mode: Calories are not
counted in Vehicle mode
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Quick Setup Item 2 – set user weight
Quick Setup Item 3 – total distance
Set Alert
Different types of alert can be set.
Use the cursor buttons to set the values.
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Tick the Enable option below to activate
the alarm.
Sensor calibration
Calibrate barometer
Use GPS to calculate the correct altitude.
Manually enter the correct altitude.
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Calibrate compass
Step 1: Place GPSport 260 on a level
surface
Step 2: Horizontally rotate the GPSport 260
Step 3: Vertically rotate the GPSport 260
The compass will be displayed if
calibration was successful.
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Other Settings
General Settings
General settings include the Speed Meter,
Backlight, Auto Flip Page, Memory Mode
and Auto Power Off.
Set Speed Meter
Set the information for the Speed Meter to
display
Set Backlight
Set how long the backlight should be on for
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Auto Flip Page
Set number of seconds between auto page
flips
Memory Mode
Overwrite: Automatically write over old
memory when track log is full
Full Stop: Stop recording when track log is
full
Auto Power Off
Set how long after GPS signal is lost
before automatically powering off.
Log Settings
GPS Settings
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The Signal page shows the name and
strength of satellite signals currently being
picked up.
System Settings
System settings include Time Format,
Time Zone, Unit, Language, LCD Contrast,
Odometer, Delete all log and Reset
Device.
Set Time Format
Select time format to display.
Set Time Zone
Select your time zone.
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Set Unit
Select unit of measurement to display.
Set Language
Select display language.
Set LCD Contrast
Select LCD contrast
Set Odometer
Select total distance to set
Odometer
Reset sets odometer back to zero. The
total distance can also be edited using the
Up, Down, Left and Right buttons. Tick the
Enable option to continue adding total
distance traveled.
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Reset Device
Reset device to factory default
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Normal Care and Maintenance
To ensure the unit’s normal operation and extended life span, please
note the following while using and storing:
Keep dry
This product is not waterproof. If it comes into contact with water
spray or is submerged it will seriously damage the components,
resulting in irreversible damage.
Do not drop the unit
If violently impacted or shocked, serious damage may be caused.
Avoid sudden temperature changes
Condensation may occur when entering a warm room on a cold day.
To prevent condensation from damaging the unit, please place into
an airtight plastic bag before sudden temperature changes.
Keep away from strong magnetic fields
When using or storing, please keep away from strong
electromagnetic/radioactive or magnetic field equipment.
Operating temperature
The products operating temperature is between 0°C ~ 40°C; please
do not operate under extreme temperatures.
Avoid exposure to sunlight
Please avoid long periods of sunlight or high temperature exposure.
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Using the stylus
The LCD screen is easily scratched; please use only the stylus for
operation. Do not use any other sharp objects on the screen to avoid
damaging the LCD screen.
Cleaning the screen
Using a soft clean cloth to wipe the screen is recommended; do not
use ordinary tissue to wipe the screen.
Do not disassemble
Please do not disassemble the product, this may void the warranty
and damage the unit.
Storage
When the product is not being used for a long period, store the
device in a cool and dry place. For long-term storage, keeping the
unit in a dry box is recommended.
Please do not keep the product in the following environments:
1. Unventilated and humid locations.
2. In a car window that is exposed to excessive amounts of
sunlight.
3. In an environment where humidity is over 90%.
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Specifications
GPS Chip
Chipset: MTK 3329
Cold Start: 36 sec
Warm Start: 33 sec
Hot Start: 1 sec
Refresh Rate: < 1 second continuously
Dimensions
81.7x 54x 22 mm
Weight
＜72g
Battery
Rechargeable 1050 mAh lithium battery
Button
2 buttons + 1 keypad:
Menu / Power / Direction keys
Antenna
Built-in patch antenna
IO Interface
Mini USB
Sensor
2.4G wireless heart sensor and pedometer
Display
High-contrast electro-luminescent backlit display, 4-level
grayscale LCD.
Dimensions: 33.5 × 33.5 mm, 1.8"
Resolution: 128 x 128 pixels
Environmental
Temperature
Operating Temperature: -10°C to 60°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
Water proof
IPX7
Supported
Languages
English