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The combination of the Seagull Dashboard and GPS Expander makes it easy to find lost planes. First, make sure you have selected Lat/Lon for display on the Dashboard.
The Dashboard always remembers the last valid fix received from the GPS Expander, even when no signal is being received from the plane. To display the last valid fix, press the “Display Max” button on the Dashboard, and scroll to the Lat/Lon page. This will show the last valid fix received from your plane. To go to that location, use any handheld GPS unit (or another Seagull) to go to that location.
Troubleshooting
Below is a list of problems that may be encountered, and steps to remedy them. If your particular issue is not addressed by the below, see the Support page on http://eagletreesystems.com or email support@eagletreesystems.com. Include a full description of your problem, your machine configuration, brands/models of equipment, and Recorder firmware version if possible (from “Tools, Firmware Control” in the app) and any other relevant details.
Problem: The GPS Module does not appear to be getting a signal. When I download data or look at the data on the Seagull, the data consist of zeros.
Solution: Make sure you have the Expander connected correctly to the recorder.
Solution: If you are trying to record GPS data, make sure you have selected logging of GPS data as described in the setup section above.
Solution: If you are using the Seagull system, and are not getting “No Signal” messages, see the Seagull manual. If you are getting a signal, but no GPS data, try the above steps.
Solution: Make sure that the Seagull Expander has a reasonably unobstructed view of the sky.
Problem: The Dashboard displays “No GPS Detected” on the GPS Status LCD Page.
Solution: Make sure you have the GPS Expander connected correctly to the recorder, and make sure that no wires are cut.
Solution: Power down the system, wait 15 seconds, and reapply power.
Problem: The Dashboard displays “Acquiring Fix” on the Lat/Lon LCD Page for more than two minutes.
Solution: Make sure that the Seagull Expander has a reasonably unobstructed view of the sky.
Solution: Make sure you have gotten a valid fix before the vehicle starts moving. Moving slows down the acquisition process considerably.
GPS Expander Specifications (subject to change)
Satellites: 16
Current Consumption: approx 33mA
Cold Start Time (average): 46s
Warm Start Time (average): 34s
Hot Start Time (average): 10s
Position Accuracy (average): 3.1m
Maximum horizontal speed: 515 m/s
Maximum vertical speed: 15 m/s
Maximum altitude: 18 Km
Dimensions: 35mm x 32mm x 10mm
Weight: 18g
Limited Warranty
Eagle Tree Systems, LLC, warrants the GPS Expander to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. This warranty is nontransferable. If your unit requires warranty service during this period, we will replace or repair it at our option. Shipping cost to us is your responsibility.
To obtain warranty service, contact us by phone, fax or email to request an RMA number. No returns will be accepted without this number.
This limited warranty does not cover:
•The Software included with the System. See the Software license agreement for more information on Software restrictions.
•Problems that result from:
oExternal causes such as accident, abuse, misuse, or problems with electrical power o Servicing not authorized by us
o Usage that is not in accordance with product instructions o Failure to follow the product instructions
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). OUR RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCITONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF
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