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Operating Instructions - Page 1
Bluetooth GPS Unit VGP-BGU1
Operating Instructions
http://www.sony.net/ 2006 Sony Corporation / Printed in Japan
2-691-136-12 (1)
Printed on 70% or more recycled paper using VOC (Volatile Organic Compound)free vegetable oil based ink.
Operating Instructions - Page 2
... a digital device pursuant to rain or moisture. Model No. VGP-BGU1 Serial No
For customers in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. For questions regarding this apparatus to subpart B of Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Refer servicing to radio communications.
Do not use or store the unit in battery may cause harmful interference to...
Operating Instructions - Page 3
... XP.
• In this manual, Windows Vista™ Home Basic...Unit to a Personal
Computer 9 Checking the Current Position 13 GPS 14
What is a GPS...Sony, VAIO,
, and the Eco Info logo
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in battery ...... 19
Getting Help 20 Specifications 21 Troubleshooting 22
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VGP...
Operating Instructions - Page 4
...Sony VAIO personal computer VGN-UX** series only ("**" is the model number.) (As of the "Street & Trips" software which is preinstalled to charge the battery, see page 8.
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VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1)
Overview
This unit is a GPS (Global Positioning System) receiver...details on computers other than the above Sony VAIO personal computers, see the manuals provided with the Bluetooth
connection, the...
Operating Instructions - Page 5
... unpacking the unit, make sure that the accessories listed below are present. If anything is missing, contact the Sony dealer where you purchased this product, or a Sony service representative in your area. • Bluetooth GPS unit (1)
• AC adapter (1) • AC power cord (1) • Strap belt (1)
• Operating Instructions (this document) (1) • Warranty Card (1)
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VGP-BGU1_2...
Operating Instructions - Page 9
..., depending on the environment of the personal computer is activated.
For details, see the manuals provided with aircraft functions.
• This unit cannot receive GPS satellite signals indoors or in a tunnel. • GPS satellite reception is poor, do the following: -
Use the unit as far away as possible from other wireless devices. • The illustrations below...
Operating Instructions - Page 10
If "VGP-BGU1" does not appear, click "Refresh" to perform the search again.
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VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) The "Add New Connection Wizard" screen appears.
5 Click "Next". When searching has finished, the "Select a device" screen appears and "VGP-BGU1" appears in the device list.
4 Click "New Connection".
The personal computer starts searching for the Bluetooth devices.
Operating Instructions - Page 11
..." software or the "VAIO Camera Capture Utility" software, you need to the unit, appears on next page
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The personal computer starts connecting the unit, and then the "COM port setting" screen appears. We recommend making a note of the displayed COM port. z When the "Bluetooth Security" screen appears Enter "2006" in the passkey (PIN code...
Operating Instructions - Page 12
The "Add New Connection Wizard" screen closes and "VGP-BGU1" is registered to the "Bluetooth Settings" screen.
9 Right-click "VGP-BGU1" and click "Connect".
The Bluetooth status indicator and battery status indicator of the unit blink together twice.
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VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) 8 Click "Finish".
Operating Instructions - Page 13
... & Trips" software on the task bar. COM port appears on the "Street & Trips" main
screen. The "Street & Trips" main screen appears.
2 Click "Tools", "GPS" , and then select "Configure GPS
Receiver".
If COM port does not appear, click "scan". GPS receiver setting screen appears.
3 Select the COM port to COM9.
4 Click "OK" in the GPS receiver setting screen. 5 Click the GPS Task...
Operating Instructions - Page 14
... satellites
Unreceivable satellites
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VGP-BGU1_2-691-136-12(1) At least 3 satellites receive a signal all the time from only 3 satellites, but with potentially less accuracy.
In usual circumstances, your current position is positioning?
At least 3 or 4 active GPS satellites are required. What is determined from 4 or more satellites. The GPS receiver obtains and processes the...
Operating Instructions - Page 20
... in the United States and Canada ❑ The Sony Customer Information
Service Center offers information about your unit or the software, refer to the following: ❑ This guide explains how to use your Bluetooth GPS Unit. Getting Help
This section provides information on how to get help and support from Sony, and on commonly encountered problems. Type a description of the problem and the...
Operating Instructions - Page 21
... vary considerably, depending on
Dimensions Mass
the environment of use, software, etc.
2) These specifications apply to 40 °C)
Battery life
Approx. 10 hours (... °F to 104 °F
(0 °C to use between Bluetooth devices, as set out by the Bluetooth standard. Specifications
GPS unit
Reception frequency 1575.42 MHz
Reception method
(L1 frequency, C/A cord) 12-channel all in...
Operating Instructions - Page 22
... is set to ON, the indicator does not light up . Before using the unit in an open location. The unit is attempting to position in a car, train or room. t Change the positioning place and try again.
• The number of available GPS satellites may not be received.
Also refer to the manuals provided with your nearest Sony...
Operating Instructions - Page 23
... device. See page 9 and perform the connection to "Tools," then "GPS".
• The unit cannot receive satellite signals. t The setting of the "Street & Trips" software may not be done. t When remaining battery power is low, reception
may have been exceeded.
t The setting of the "Street & Trips" software may not be invalid. t Reception will not occur inside a building...
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