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4-133-627-11(1)
GPS Unit Kit/
Kit d’unité GPS
Operating Instructions GB
FR
Mode d’emploi
GPS-CS3KA
© 2009 Sony Corporation
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[ Note: English 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. WARNING These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a To reduce fire or shock hazard, do residential installation. This equipment generates, not expose the unit to rain or uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, moisture. if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions
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For Customers in Europe Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this GPS- CS3 GPS unit is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ This product has been tested and found compliant with the limits set out in the EMC regulation for using connection cables shorter than 3 meters (9.8 feet). [ Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable i
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Table of contents Read this first What you can do with the GPS unit kit ...................................................... 5 Displaying images where they were taken and the route you traveled on a map ...........................................................................................................6 Checking the included items .................................................................... 8 Identifying the parts ................................................................
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Read this first Read this first GPS Image Tracker What you can do This software enables you to import the with the GPS unit kit “GPS log” (serial positioning information recorded) from the GPS unit The GPS-CS3KA GPS unit kit enables to a computer, incorporate the you to: positioning information in the image data – Apply positioning information to recorded by digital still cameras and image data Sony digital video camera recorders, and – Display images on a map of the store them togeth
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Displaying images where they were taken and the route you traveled on a map Step 1 , See page 14. Recording the traveled route 1 Insert an LR6/HR6 (size AA) battery (sold separately) into the GPS unit, and turn it on. Make sure that the triangulating symbol ( to ) appears on the LCD screen. 2 When you use the GPS unit for the first time, the [Time Zone] screen appears. Select the time difference using V/v based on GMT, then press ENTER. See page 17 on the GMT time difference for each coun
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Read this first Step 3 , See page 30. Displaying the images on a map 1 Insert the “Memory Stick Duo” media or the SD memory card that contains the images with positioning information into the camera, and connect the camera to the computer. PMB starts automatically. 2 Import the images. Note If GPS Image Tracker is opened, close GPS Image Tracker after importing the images. 3 Start PMB Launcher, and click “Display Images on the Map with Map View.” The images and the location where you shot t
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Checking the included items Make sure you have following items included with your GPS unit. The number in parenthesis indicates the number of that item supplied. � GPS unit (GPS-CS3) (1) � USB cable (1) � CD-ROM “GPS Unit Application Software” (1) � Carrying case (1) � Set of printed documentation Note Neither LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries nor HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride batteries are supplied with the GPS unit. 8
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Read this first Identifying the parts xGPS unit A Antenna B1 (power) button (p. 11, 16) CV/ENTER/v buttons (p. 11) D MENU button (p. 11) E HOLD switch (p. 13) F LCD screen G Battery cover (p. 14) H Battery compartment (p. 14) I “Memory Stick Duo” media/SD card slot (p. 22) J (USB) jack (p. 28) K USB jack cover (p. 28) L Position marker for SD memory card (p. 22) M Position marker for “Memory Stick Duo” media (p. 22) N Card guide (p. 22) O Strap attaching part � No strap is supplied. 9
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xLCD screen Icons Meanings Searching for GPS satellites. GPS status display � Looking for radio signals from GPS satellites. Searching for satellites The GPS unit is acquiring positioning information, triangulating, and recording GPS signals. Bars on the right show the signal strength. Unable to receive GPS signals. Unable to acquire Triangulating positioning information. Latitude (N/S) and longitude (E/W) One of “Memory Stick Duo” media or SD memory cards Unable to triangulate is ins
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Read this first Menu screen xOperating the GPS unit Operate the GPS unit using the menu displayed on the LCD screen, by pressing the buttons on the side of the GPS unit. 1 (power) button V button ENTER button v button MENU button Example: To set [Time Zone] Hold the 1 (power) button down. 1 Press MENU. 2 The top menu appears. Press V/v to select the item, then press ENTER. 3 The sub menu appears. ENTER Repeat the operation in step 3 to select the desired setting. 4 ENTER ENTER The GPS unit does
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Press MENU repeatedly to return to the top menu. 5 xMenu list The top menu appears when you press MENU. The GPS unit has three types of menu mode. [GPS] mode screen Triangulates and records the GPS log (p. 16). The screen appears differently according to the status of the current triangulation. [Matching] mode screen Applies positioning information to images (p. 23). [Tools] mode screen Changes the settings of the GPS unit. x [Clock Settings] Sets the items related to the time settings. [Time Zo
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Read this first x [Int Memory Format] Formats the internal memory of the GPS unit (p. 19). To prevent triangulation from being interrupted You can prevent the button of the GPS unit from being pressed accidentally in a bag, etc., during triangulation. Slide the HOLD switch up. To operate the GPS unit again, slide the HOLD switch down. 13
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Step 1Recording the traveled route Inserting a battery You can use one of the following batteries. • LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery � HR6 (size AA) Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (recommended) Note The battery life of an LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery is shorter at temperatures lower than 25 °C (77 °F). It is recommended that you use a Nickel-Metal Hydride battery. Open the battery cover. 1 Observe the e/E marks on the 2 battery compartment, and insert the battery with the correct polarity. �
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Step 1 Recording the traveled route xBattery life (When triangulating at 25 °C (77 °F) without “Memory Stick Duo” media/SD memory card inserted) LR6 (size AA) Sony alkaline battery (sold HR6 (size AA) Sony Nickel-Metal Hydride battery separately) (sold separately) about 15 hours about 16 hours � The battery life may differ from the above depending on the operation or the environmental condition. The battery life is shorter when “Memory Stick Duo” media/SD memory card is inserted. � The batter
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Recording a GPS log The GPS log data from when the GPS unit is turned on to when the GPS unit is turned off, or to when the mode is switched from [GPS] to another mode ([Matching] or [Tools]), are recorded as one log file. When the GPS unit is turned on again, or the mode is switched to [GPS], the GPS log data is recorded as a new log file. In an open sky environment, direct the antenna upward, and 1 hold the 1 (power) button down. The GPS unit turns on, and the GPS triangulation status appe
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Step 1 Recording the traveled route Check the triangulation status, and carry the GPS unit. 4 � Press ENTER to display the triangulation status. Triangulating Unable to successfully triangulate Checking the current location and current time Press ENTER repeatedly while triangulation is successful. The screen display will change as follows. Current Current date and coordinates time ENTER Notes � Even if you press ENTER when the GPS unit is unable to triangulate, the GPS unit will not display t
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Inappropriate locations for acquiring GPS data You may not record a GPS log at locations or in situations where the radio signals from GPS satellites do not reach the GPS unit. For example, � In tunnels, indoors, or under the shade of buildings. � Between tall buildings or at narrow streets surrounded by buildings. � In underground locations, locations surrounded by dense trees, or under an elevated bridge. � In locations where magnetic fields are generated, such as near high voltage cables. �
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Step 1 Recording the traveled route Formatting the internal memory The GPS unit can record multiple GPS logs totaling up to about 360 hours. (Recording duration differs depending on the condition under which you are using the GPS unit.) When the internal memory is full, the following message appears. You can format the internal memory using the menu. When formatted, all data in the internal memory is cleared, and cannot be recovered. It takes about 15 seconds for formatting. Press MENU durin
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Step 2Applying the recording positioning information to images Installing the supplied software By installing the supplied software on your computer, you can import images to your computer, apply positioning information to images, and display them on a map. This section describes the operation with the English version of screen contents. xRecommended computer environment The following environment is recommended for using the supplied software. GPS Image Tracker and PMB OS (pre-installed): Micro
