Radio Shack 63-1120 Boating Equipment User Manual
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1. adjust the bracket to an angle no more than 20 above or below the horizontal plane Dashboard 5 Tighten the bracket s screw to hold it at the desired angle Caution If you use a reflective sun shade do not leave the compass between the sun shade and the windshield The extreme heat might damage the compass Note Your compass will not calibrate correctly and will not be accurate unless it is mounted so the display faces the back of your vehicle and is titled no more than 20 above or below the horizontal plane The selected angle must stay fixed after calibration for the compass to remain accurate CALIBRATING THE COMPASS Calibration enables the compass to separate the earth s magnetic field from the magnetic fields generated by external influences such as your vehicle so it can provide accurate heading information When calibrating the compass you must drive your vehicle in one complete circle Be sure your vehicle is on level ground in an open area such as a parking lot The size of the circle and the direction your vehicle points when beginning or ending the circle do not matter The circle does not need to be perfect but it must be completed within 2 minutes Important If you do not calibrate your compass properly it will not work correctly or accurately You must calibrate your compass when you use it the first time and recalibrate it anytime you move the compass to a different location you adjust the br2. not meet these specifications could damage the compass or the adapter e Always connect the DC adapter to the compass before you connect it to the power source When you finish disconnect the adapter from the power source before you disconnect it from the compass Note Since not all vehicles have constant power supplied to the power ouilet two AAA batteries are required to retain the compass calibration settings in memory although they do not power the compass when vehicle battery power is used Insert the barrel plug of the 12V DC adapter not supplied into the DC12V jack on the back of the compass Then insert the DC plug into your vehicle s power outlet MOUNTING THE COMPASS Choose a clean mounting location on the vehicle s windshield where the compass is at least 5 inches away from any stereo speakers and will not obstruct the driver s field of view Your compass comes with three suction cups for secure mounting 1 Insert the small ball head of each suction cup into the larger hole on the bottom of the bracket and slide it into the bracket s smaller hole so it fits tightly 2 Place the compass in the holder Note To remove the compass from the holder simply slide it out 3 Firmly press the bracket Vertical Plane with the compass against the vehicle s windshield Horizontal Plane 4 Adjust the angle of the bracket so that the face of the compass points to the back of the vehicle Then
3. Digital Vehicle Compass 63 1120 OWNER S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment Thank you for purchasing a RadioShack Digital Vehicle Compass Your compass conveniently provides accurate heading information inside your vehicle It incorporates the same magnetic sensor technology that is used in factory installed vehicle compasses The compass electronically separates the Earth s magnetic field from the magnetic fields generated by your vehicle to provide accurate compass headings Automatic Shut Off conserves power by turning off the compass about 10 minutes after you park the vehicle when there are no significant changes in the surrounding magnetic fields Magnetic Distortion Detection alerts you when outside magnetic interference is affecting compass accuracy INSTALLING BATTERIES Your compass requires two AAA batteries not supplied for power For the best performance and longest life we recommend RadioShack batteries Battery life is about 11 months based on an average of 8 hours of compass use and 2 hours of backlight use per week Cautions e Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type e Do not mix old and new batteries different types of batteries standard alkaline or rechargeable or rechargeable batteries of different capacities 2001 RadioShack Corporation All Rights Reserved R RadioShack RadioShack and RadioShack com are trademarks www radio
4. E WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN Ra dioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIM ITED TO ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSI BILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In the event of a product defect during the warranty period take the product and the Ra dioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store RadioShack will at its option unless otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the purchase price All replaced parts and products and products on which a refund is made become the property of RadioShack New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service Repaired or replaced parts and products are war ranted for the remainder o
5. acket display angle you remove and replace the batteries BIST appears steadily all the arrows flash Ensure the compass is securely mounted see Mounting the Compass on Page 3 Hold down LIGHT and POWER at the same time until all arrows flash at the same time Note If you have just installed replaced the batteries all the arrows and digits briefly appear then all the arrows flash at the same time and the backlight turns on Begin from Step 3 to calibrate your compass Press POWER The arrows appear one at a time With the compass mounted drive in one complete circle and then press POWER The current compass heading appears Note If you press LIGHT while calibrating your compass except after installing replacing batteries the compass does not store the calibration setting and the original setting is unchanged USING THE COMPASS The 8 displayed cardinal points for this compass are N NE E SE S SW W and NW Distortion Detection When BIST appears the compass is detecting magnetic interference that compromises its accuracy Distortion occurs when there has been a significant change in the surrounding magnetic fields such as when you are driving under an overpass or over a bridge The steel in these structures causes inaccurate readings in any magnetic compass but unlike other compasses this compass detects interference and alerts you If SST appears continuously recalibrate your compas
6. f the original warranty period You will be charged for repair or re placement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abnormal usage failure to follow instructions improper installation or maintenance alteration lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or cur rent b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or re installation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations 200 Taylor Street 6th Floor Fort Worth TX 76102 12 99 63 1120 RadioShack Corporation 01A02 Fort Worth Texas 76102 Printed in China
7. ris a a aaa a a a eE 0 5 Second Display resolution 25st t2eeceGaristca te A stakes a Aas ea theta aa tat ek he tye las 2A Ba 22 5 PACGUNACY siietesarists tebe OAs eettt sted E T 5 Storage temperature ccceceeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeteneeeees 40 to 160 F 40 to 71 C Operating temperature cccccceecesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 4 to 140 F 20 to 60 C Dimensions with bracket HWD ccccccscseseeesseeteeeeeeees 25 8 x 23 4 x 23 4 Inches 66 0 x 69 9 x 69 9 mm Dimensions without bracket HWD cccceccesecesesecseseeeeees 21 2 x 21 2 x 1 Inches 63 5 x 63 5 x 25 0 mm Weight with bracket without batteries ceeeeee cece eeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeees 2 8 oz 79 4 g Weight without bracket and batteries cesseseeseeeseeeeeeeeeeeees 2 0 oz 56 7 g Specifications are typical individual units might vary Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice Limited One Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and work manship under normal use for one 1 year from the date of purchase from RadioShack com pany owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PAR TICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF TH
8. s see Calibrating the Compass on Page 4 Turning the Compass On and Off Press POWER to turn the compass on and off Or you can press LIGHT to turn on the compass and the backlight To turn off the compass and the backlight press POWER Important The compass automatically turns off after about 10 minutes to conserve power if no significant changes occur in the surrounding magnetic fields Using the Backlight To turn on the backlight press LIGHT To turn off the backlight press LIGHT again The backlight automatically turns off after about 1 minute if it is powered by internal batteries It automatically turns off after about 10 minutes if it is powered by vehicle battery power unless significant changes occur in the surrounding magnetic fields CARE Keep the compass dry if it gets wet wipe it dry immediately Use and store the compass only in normal temperature environments Handle the compass carefully do not drop it Keep the compass away from dust and dirt and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Modifying or tampering with the compass internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty If your compass is not performing as it should take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance SPECIFICATIONS POW Gl ec ccccatia die tecerte Coca dance ce a A E AAA dud Ea EA eee eces camera aca 2 x AAA Batteries Optional 12V DC Adapter Sampling CV CIS si
9. shack com used by RadioShack Corporation 1 Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the OPEN arrow to remove it 2 Place two AAA batteries in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols and marked inside 3 Replace the cover All the arrows flash After you install or replace batteries you must calibrate the compass see Calibrating the Compass on Page 4 If all the arrows and digits flash and the backlight turns on when you turn on the compass replace the batteries or use vehicle battery power see Using Vehicle Battery Power Warning Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly Do not burn or bury them Caution If you do not plan to use the compass for a month or more remove the batteries Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts USING VEHICLE BATTERY POWER This compass is designed to be used with RadioShack s 12V DC adapter Cat No 270 031A available at your local RadioShack store Using any other adapter could void the warranty and damage the compass You can power the compass from a vehicle s 12V power source such as cigarette lighter socket using a 12V 3 amp DC adapter not supplied available at your local RadioShack store Cautions You must use a power source that supplies 12V DC and delivers at least 3 amps Its center tip must be set 2 to positive and its plug must fit the compass jack Using an adapter that does
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