Albrecht GP 1 User manual

User Manual Albrecht GP 1
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Instruction Manual
GP 1
ALAN Electronics GmbH
www.albrecht-online.de

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Contents
1. Introduction............................................................................................................................ 4
1.1. General warning notes...................................................................................................... 4
1.2. Important to know.............................................................................................................. 4
1.3. Where is the radio part allowed to be used?....................................................................... 4
1.4. Reducing „Memory Effect“ of rechargeable batteries.......................................................... 4
1.5. DC power supply............................................................................................................... 5
1.6. Installing batteries.............................................................................................................. 5
2. General features.................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 GPS features..................................................................................................................... 6
2.2. PMR 446 features.............................................................................................................. 6
2.3. Other Features and Accessories........................................................................................ 6
2.4. The Global Positioning System (GPS) network ................................................................. 7
2.5. The GPS receiver.............................................................................................................. 7
2.6. Combining GPS and Radio Features: Your GP 1............................................................... 8
3. GP 1 Description ................................................................................................................... 8
3.1. Push buttons and controls ................................................................................................. 9
3.2. Operational Status Icons.................................................................................................... 9
4. First steps with Your GP 1................................................................................................... 10
4.1. Initializing the GPS system mode..................................................................................... 10
4.2. Watching satellite acquisition on the GPS STANDBY page.............................................. 10
4.3. Selecting information pages (PAGES) ............................................................................. 11
4.4. Flow chart: Most important pages.................................................................................... 11
5. Basic Setup......................................................................................................................... 12
5.1 SETUP –common settings for Radio + GPS.................................................................... 12
5.1.1. Mode of operation (Radio, GPS).................................................................................. 12
5.1.2. USER ID setting.......................................................................................................... 12
5.1.3. Contrast adjustment .................................................................................................... 13
5.1.4. Backlight ..................................................................................................................... 13
5.1.5. Energy saving mode.................................................................................................... 13
5.1.6. Key beep tones........................................................................................................... 13
5.1.7. Software version.......................................................................................................... 13
5.2. SETUP for GPS section................................................................................................... 13
5.2.2. Different formats of LOCATION................................................................................... 14
5.2.3. Setting TIME ZONE..................................................................................................... 14
5.2.4. Programming DAYLIGHT time zones ......................................................................... 14
5.2.5. Time display mode 12 hrs-24 hrs................................................................................ 14
5.2.6. Date display modes..................................................................................................... 14
5.2.7. Selecting units (US, nautical and metrical system)....................................................... 14
5.2.8. Activation of the GP LOCATOR position transmission and receive mode..................... 15
5.3. SETUP-Basic settings of the PMR 446 section ............................................................... 15
5.3.1. Dual Watch operation.................................................................................................. 15
5.3.2. Calling tones............................................................................................................... 15
5.3.3. VOX delay setting........................................................................................................ 15
5.3.4. Roger Beep setting...................................................................................................... 16
5.3.5. Squelch tail elimination circuit...................................................................................... 16
6. GPS Information Pages....................................................................................................... 16
6.1. Standby Pages................................................................................................................ 16
6.1.1. Radio + GPS Standby page......................................................................................... 16
6.1.2. GPS only standby page............................................................................................... 17
6.1.3. Radio Only standby page ............................................................................................ 17
6.2. LOCATION page............................................................................................................. 17
6.2.1. GPS Satellite STATUS page ....................................................................................... 17
6.3. MAP page ....................................................................................................................... 18
6.3.1. Compass..................................................................................................................... 18
6.3.2. MAP scale................................................................................................................... 18
6.3.3. Bar graph (memory info).............................................................................................. 18
6.3.4. Information bars.......................................................................................................... 18
6.3.5. MARK, SAVE and SEND functions for waypoints (MARK page).................................. 19
6.4. POINTER page ............................................................................................................... 20
6.5. GPS MENU page ............................................................................................................ 21

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6.5.1. WAYPOINTS............................................................................................................... 21
6.5.2. ROUTES..................................................................................................................... 23
6.5.3. TRACKS..................................................................................................................... 23
7. Taking a trial run with Your GP 1.......................................................................................... 26
7.1.1. Mark Your first waypoint.............................................................................................. 26
7.1.2. Transmitting data via radio link to others:..................................................................... 26
7.1.3. Select a descriptive symbol for Your waypoint ............................................................. 26
7.1.4. Edit waypoint names ................................................................................................... 27
7.1.4. Edit the waypoint location.................................................................................................. 27
7.1.5. Lets take a trip and record a TRACK ........................................................................... 27
8. PMR 446 radio user functions.............................................................................................. 28
8.1. Direct functions................................................................................................................ 28
8.1.1. ON/OFF (14)............................................................................................................... 28
8.1.2. Volume adjustment (8)....................................................................................................... 28
8.1.3. Monitor (MON) (15)..................................................................................................... 28
8.1.4. Transmit button (Push To Talk, PTT) (1).................................................................... 28
8.1.5. external sockets for mic/earphone sets (5)................................................................... 29
8.2. Adjusting more PMR 446 functions via HOT KEY menu................................................... 29
8.2.5. Key lock Selection....................................................................................................... 30
9. Troubleshooting, tables and warranty................................................................................... 31
9.1. Troubleshooting............................................................................................................... 31
9.2. European 2 years warranty.............................................................................................. 31
9.3. Where to find service hints and documentation................................................................ 31
9.4. Flow charts overview....................................................................................................... 32
9.5 CTCSS-subtone-frequency table..................................................................................... 37
9.6 Frequency table............................................................................................................... 37
9.7 Legal Issues –CE-Declaration of Conformity.................................................................. 38

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1. Introduction
1.1. General warning notes
•The PMR-GPS should be used as an aid in navigation. The unit is not intended to replace
basic navigational procedures and common sense.
•When using this device in a vehicle, use it only when the vehicle is stopped and it is safe to do
so. Operating the unit while driving is dangerous and could result in an accident or collision. It
is more important to keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel.
•Do not operate the transceiver in Countries where PMR 446 is not allowed. Apply for individual
licence where necessary.
•Remove the batteries from the unit if it is not expected to be used for long periods.
This will eliminate the possibility of chemicals leaking from the batteries and corroding the
unit.
•Avoid exposing the unit to water or extremes of temperature.
•Do not use this device in or near a mining facility, which uses remotely triggered explosives
or in areas labeled “Blasting Area”. Premature or accidental detonation may result.
•Do not attempt to modify or in any way increase the output of this transceiver. Its output is
designed to meet the legal limits set by the EU Standards.
•Do not use this device or change its batteries in potentially explosive atmospheres as sparks
in such areas could result in an explosion.
•Turn your transceiver off wherever posted notices restrict the use of radios or cellular tele
phones. Facilities such as hospitals may use equipment that is sensitive to RF energy.
•Turn your transceiver off on board aircraft when requested to do so.
•Do not place your radio in front of a vehicle’s air-bag. If the air-bag deploys, it could propel
the unit like a projectile causing severe injuries.
1.2. Important to know
•Never attempt to charge alkaline or other “normal” dry cell batteries. When recharging, use only
Albrecht’s approved and recommended 1300 mAh rechargeable NiMH batteries (order Nr. 29723)
and chargers. Use of the charger with other batteries can cause damage to your PMR-GPS unit.
Other types of batteries may burst and cause personal injury. Nickel-Cadmium batteries are not
receommended because of their lower capacity and the higher risk of “Memory Effect” compared
to NiMH batteries..
•Avoid installing the PMR-GPS unit in an area where it may be subjected for prolonged periods of
time to direct sunlight or temperatures below -4° F (-20°C) or above 140° F (60°C).
•Keep the antenna at least 2.5 cm away from your head and body when transmitting and do not
use your PMR-GPS transceiver with a damaged antenna.
•Use the rubber covers as protection of sockets when not in use.
1.3. Where is the radio part allowed to be used?
Use of this unit is allowed within the EU countries + Iceland, Hungary and Switzerland, except Italy,
and Norway. In Belgium, residents must apply for an individual licence, while use of PMR 446 is free
for travellers up to 3 months. In Norway and Italy the PMR 446 frequencies are still in use by other
services. In France, transmitting on channels 1 and 2 is not yet allowed for the same reason. If You
intend to use the radio in countries not listed on the gift box and in our “Declaration of Conformity”,
You should ask the telecommunications authority for a licence in advance. You may also obtain latest
informations from the Albrecht homepage http://www.albrecht-online.de, where You can also
download the latest conformity declaration version and country lists.
1.4. Reducing „Memory Effect“ of rechargeable batteries
The recommended 1300 mAh NiMH (Nickel-Metal-Hydrid) batteries (1 set = Order Nr. 29723) are
almost free of the so called „Memory Effect“, which is more common to normal NiCD battery types.

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Cover of battery
compartment
With the memory effect, the operating time becomes shorter and shorter, if You should use the battery
only for a short time and if You should always recharge it immediately.
•If possible, recharge batteries only after they are completely discharged.
•Do not shorten the charging periods. Stop charging only after charging process is completed.
•Discharge and charge Your batteries minimum 2 x per months
•The best Idea is to use 2 battery sets. One set can be provided completely charged while the
other set is in use!
•3-4 complete discharge-charge cycles can repair memory effects!
The lifetime of a battery set is about 300 to 400 cycles. It is normal, that the operating time will be
reduced at the end of the battery lifetime. Please replace battery sets only complete and do not mix
old and new battery cells.
1.5. DC power supply
You may insert non rechargeable alkaline batteries (4 pcs AA type) or rechargeable NiMH batteries (4
pcs AA size 1300 mAh recommended) While alkaline batteries have a longer operating time, they
cannot be recharged. If You will use Your GP 1 often, we recommend to use NiMH rechargeable
batteries. There are three ways of charging the batteries: with a rapid stand charger within approx. 3
hours or with a 12 V cigarette lighter adaptor cable, which allows recharging from the 12 V car power
supply or a 230V wall charger (Nr. 7360) within approx. 14 hours (normal charging).
CAUTION: Before You use the rapid stand charger, make sure that only the recommended 4 pcs
1300 mAh NiMH batteries are inserted in the radio’s battery compartment! It is very dangerous to use
not rechargeable or other type of batteries together with the rapid stand charger. Not approved
batteries may leak, explode or even burn and can cause severe injuries!
1.6. Installing batteries
Insert batteries with correct
polarity (see markings)
Push down to
open battery
compartment
12 V DC Cigarette lighter
adaptor Nr. 29724
6 V DC charging
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Note: To avoid initializing of the CPU and system clock each time when You use the unit, parts of the
microcontroller and clock circuits are powered from the battery, even if the radio is switched off.
The current consumption is with 0.6 mA very small, it corresponds to the self-discharging currents of
rechargeable batteries, but may discharge an alkaline battery within approximately ½ year when not in
use. We recommend to take out batteries when You do not intend to use Your GP1 for a longer time
period.
2. General features
2.1 GPS features
•128 x 64 Dot Pixel LCD Display
•LCD Backlight for Night Operation
•Mode Icons for GPS ONLY, RADIO + GPS and RADIO ONLY
•12 Parallel Channel Satellite Receiver
•GPS Partner Locator (GP LOCATOR)
•Stores 10 Routes with Up to 20 Waypoints Each
•Provides 5 Tracks with 360 Legs on each track
•Map and Pointer Displays Provide:
•Latitude and Longitude
•Current/Average/Maximum Speed
•Bearing and Heading
•Date and Time
•Sunrise and Sunset
2.2. PMR 446 features
•8 PMR 446 Channels in 446 MHz Band
•38 Privacy Codes (For Each Main Channel)
•Built-In Hands-Free VOX Capability
•Up to 5-Kilometers Range
2.3. Other Features and Accessories
•Requires 4 AA Alkaline Batteries or Type NiMH
•Rechargeable Batteries (Not Included)
•Fold-Down PMR 446 Antenna
•Swivel belt-clip
Accessories
The unit comes with:
-User manual
-Swivel belt-clip
Optional accessories:
-Rapid stand charger, Nr. 29720
-Rechargeable battery set 1300 mAh, Nr. 29723
-Cigarette lighter plug charging adaptor, Nr. 29724
-230 V AC wall charger for standard slow charge, Nr. 7360
-Mic-/earphone set, e.g. AE 740, Nr. 41915
-Audio-adaptor for other sets with
separated 2.5 / 3.5 mm plugs, Nr. 29254
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2.4. The Global Positioning System (GPS) network
GPS is a world-wide radio navigation system formed by a group of 24 satellites (21 operating and 3
spares) and their associated ground stations. GPS uses these satellites, appropriately called
NAVSTAR (Navigation Satellite Timing and Ranging), to calculate ground positions. The basis of GPS
operation is the use of triangulation from the satellites. To triangulate, a GPS receiver measures
distance using the travel time of radio signals. However, to measure travel time, GPS needs very
accurate timing, plus it needs to know exactly where the satellites are in space. To solve this problem,
each of the 24 satellites is inserted into a high enough orbit (12,000 miles) to preclude interference
from other objects, both man-made and natural, and to insure overlapping coverage on the ground so
that a GPS receiver can always receive from at least four of them at any given time. In addition,
compensation is inserted for any delay the signal experiences as it travels through the atmosphere to
the receiver.
The GPS network was originally conceived by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) to aid
navigation.
How the system works
With the satellites operating at 12,000 miles above the earth’s surface, they are arranged in a strategic
positions and orbit the earth at a speed of 17,000 miles-per-hour, thereby completing an earth orbit
every 12 hours. Each is powered by solar energy; if that fails, they are equipped with on-board backup
batteries to maintain operational GPS integrity, and with small rocket boosters to keep them flying
along the correct path.
Satellite Frequency and control signals
Each satellite transmits a low-power radio signal in the UHF frequency range; the frequencies used
are designated as L1, L2, etc. GPS receivers, such as the PMR-GPS unit, listen on the L1 frequency
of 1575.42 MHz. This signal, since it is line-of-sight, will reach the ground receiver unless it is
obstructed by solid objects, such as buildings and mountains.
The L1 signal is accompanied by a pair of pseudo-random signals (referred to as a pseudo-random
code) which is unique to each satellite. These codes are identified by the GPS receiver and allow for
the calculation of the travel time from the satellite to the ground. If this travel time is multiplied by the
speed of light, the result is the satellite range (distance from satellite to receiver). The navigation
information provided by each satellite consists of orbital and clock data, plus delay information based
on an ionospheric model. Signal timing is provided by highly accurate atomic clocks.
Ground control
There are five GPS ground control stations ----- Hawaii, Ascension Island, Diego Garcia, Kwajalein
and Colorado Springs ---- that control the satellites by checking their operational disposition and exact
position in space. Four of these stations are unmanned, and the fifth -- Colorado Springs –is the
Master station. The four unmanned stations constantly receive data and send it to the Master station.
The Master station then provides corrections for satellite Ephemeris constants and clock offsets and,
in conjunction with two other antenna sites, uplinks this information to the satellites.
2.5. The GPS receiver
The GPS receiver, (in this case, the PMR-GPS unit), uses NAVSTAR satellite signals as a way of
determining exact position on earth. Mathematically, you need four satellite ranges to accomplish
these coordinates. Although three ranges are enough, an additional range is required for technical
purposes.
So, our position is based on how long it takes for a signal sent from the satellite to arrive at our
receiver. Since timing is everything, the satellite signal is almost perfect since it has an atomic clock on
board. But, what about our GPS receiver timing? Our receiver certainly contains no atomic clock; if it
did, its cost would be prohibitive -- nobody could afford it. To get around this problem, our receiver
must take an additional satellite measurement. Hence, it really needs four satellite signals to insure
our correct position. Since this fourth measurement, done as a cross check, will not intersect with the
first three, our receiver’s computer says, in effect, there is a discrepancy in my measurements, and I
must not be synchronized with universal time. Since any offset from universal time will affect all of our
measurements, the receiver looks for a single correction factor that it can subtract from all its timing
measurements that would cause them all to intersect at a single point.
That correction brings the receiver’s clock back into sync with universal time and, in this way, atomic
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Once our receiver has that correction, it applies to all the rest of its measurements and now we’ve got
recise positioning.
2.6. Combining GPS and Radio Features: Your GP 1
The Albrecht GP 1 provides you with the features of a precise hand-held GPS unit designed for
general purpose locating and navigation. Not only can it determine your actual position, it can also
guide you to a destination by establishing and storing waypoints to mark the trail or route, and allow
you to return to your original starting point.
But what makes this unit unique, is the incorporation of PMR capability, whereby your position can be
transmitted to another PMR-GPS unit, thereby allowing another party to know your exact position,
your intended route, and how long it will take you to arrive at that position.
By including three modes of operation, your PMR-GPS can act as a mobile radio transceiver only, as
a GPS unit only or as a combination of the two technologies for navigation and communication
purposes. The PMR-GPS incorporates the following features and capabilities:
•WAYPOINTS: The unit provides 150 waypoints with user-selected names and graphic
•symbols.
•ROUTE: Lets you navigate up to 10 routes with 20 waypoints in each route.
•TRACKS: Provides an automatic track log using 5 saved tracks; these tracks allow
•the user to locate the beginning and end point of each track.
•MARK: Allows the user to save and transmit his/her location to other GP 1 units
•tuned to the same channel (up to a distance of approximately 5 km).
•GP LOCATOR: Allows the user to receive and store position coordinates of other GP1 users.
3. GP 1 Description
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3.1. Push buttons and controls
1. Push-to-Talk Button (PTT) Button: Used during PMR 446 radio operation when transmitting
voice signals and call tones.
2. Global Positioning System Antenna: Provides reception of GPS satellite signals to
determine location. The unit should be held upright to maximize received satellite information.
3. Built-In Speaker: Provides receive audio during PMR 446 operation.
4. Built-In Microphone: Accepts microphone input audio when transmitting during PMR 446
operation.
5. External Speaker/Microphone Jack: Accepts external microphone/speaker plug to
provide hands-free PMR 446 operation.
6.PMR446 Retractable Antenna: Provides PMR transmit/receive operation when extended.
7. Belt Clip: Allows unit to be carried on the belt when attached to the clip.
8. Multi-Function Wheel Key: Spring-loaded 3 position switch (Up, Down, center push switch).
•Up/Down movement:
increase/decrease volume level during radio operation.
cursor up/down movement for highlighting menu items for selection.
•Center push switch: ENTER
Selects menu item to be changed or modified.
Confirms data entry or menu selections.
9. PAGE-Key: Scrolls through menu pages in the forward direction.
10. Battery compartment : here You can insert 4 pcs AA type alkaline batteries or rechargeable
NiMH batteries.
11. DC6V charging socket: for 230 V AC wall charger or 12 V DC cigarette-lighter charging
adapter cable, only for normal charge 14 to 20 hrs.
12. Battery bottom contacts: Provide in-unit charging of batteries when unit is placed in
rapid stand charger.
13. LC Display: Displays the various pages, menus, and modes of operation.
14. ON / OFF / MARK
ØPower switch (ON/OFF)
ØMarking of the present position in GPS mode. Position data may be stored (save) or
transmitted (SEND) to a partner station via radio link
15. Monitor (MON) Button: Provides a means of temporarily bypassing the squelch setting and
receive all signals on the present PMR channel with or without CTCSS.
16. Belt Clip Screw: Allows unit to be installed or hung on belt clip.
3.2. Operational Status Icons
Appears during transmission of radio signals.
Indicates the relative strength of an incoming received signal.
Shows that You are in contact with another station having the
same setting of CTCSS Code and channel.
This icon appears during PMR operation in SCANan mode.
Shows activated Priority (Dual Watch) mode
Activated VOX mode (automatic voice transmission).
Keylock function is active.
This icon appears when RADIO ONLY or RADIO+GPS mode
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This icon appears when GPS or RADIO+GPS mode is selected
Shows the actual battery status (calibrated for alkaline batteries).
4. First steps with Your GP 1
4.1. Initializing the GPS system mode
Before using the GPS mode of your GP 1 for the first time, the GPS receiver needs to determine its
new location automatically. GP 1 must initialize each time when You have travelled to a distant
location with Your switched-off GPS handheld. At the first time, after unpacking the GP 1, this
procedure may take some minutes. Later initializing procedures will be shorter. This is normal and
cannot be avoided.
4.2. Watching satellite acquisition on the GPS STANDBY page
Your GMR-GPS unit operates on positional data acquired from NAVSTAR
satellites.
To introduce Your unit to this information:
•Find a large, relatively open area that provides a clear view of the sky,
with a minimum of obstructions, such as buildings, radio towers, etc.
•Press and hold the Power/Mark (M) button on the left side of the unit for
at least 2 seconds.
A beep will sound and the standby screen will appear on the LCD. This screen
will automatically enter the RADIO + GPS mode (default mode).The GP 1needs
to receive at least three strong satellite signals to find your location.
The standby page graphically shows the unit acquiring satellites as the satellite
icons around the globe circumference become animated and darken.
SEARCHING appears under the ID bar at the top of the display. When you see
NAVIGATION appear, your GMR-GPS has found your location and you are
ready to use all of its GPS/radio capabilities.
If the unit is NAVIGATION, each of the satellites providing current GPS user
location should be highlighted, and should equal or exceed 3 as shown around
the circumference of the globe icon (4 or more is preferable). If the unit is
SEARCHING,wait approximately 5 minutes for the satellite(s) to find your
position. The NAVIGATION indication should appear.
Thereafter, during subsequent GPS operation, acquisition time should only take
from 5 to 45 seconds.
Note: Please be aware that the position data shown on the display are only correct, as long as
NAVIGATION appears on the display. After switching on the units, the display will initially show the
last measured location data, but always the “SEARCHING” indicates that the unit is still acquiring new
position data. Never trust position data as long as SEARCHING still appears.

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4.3. Selecting information pages (PAGES)
The information needed to operate your GP 1 is contained on six pages; namely, the
•Standby page
•Location page
•Map page
•Pointer page
•GPS Menu page and
•SETUP page.
To scroll the through the pages, simply press the PAGE button. Also if you
press the PAGE button more than 1.5 seconds, you can enter to the
GATEWAY menu showing every 6 main pages on the screen. And then you
can move to the other page briefly by using UP/DOWN/ENTER wheel key.
4.4. Flow chart: Most important pages
If You like to continue to operate the GPS section, please read page 15. More flow charts can be
found at the end of the manual in Chapter 9.
Note: Depending on software versions, the graphical layout of some pages may be slightly different.
This flow chart will guide You through the main menu pages of GP 1.

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5. Basic Setup
After Yor GP1 has successfully initialised the GPS receiver, You should adjust the basic settings to
Your needs.
All settings can be selected by UP/DOWN und confirmed by ENTER (the center switch between UP
and DOWN position).
Start on SETUP PAGE
5.1 SETUP –common settings for Radio + GPS
Start from the Standby page and press 5 x PAGE. Select with Up (•) or Down (‚) the SETUP field
and confirm with ENTER. You may now adjust following parameters:
•MODE of operation
•USER ID Your own identification name
•CONTRAST of LC display
•BACKLIGHT for display
•PWR SAVE Energy saving mode (GPS section only)
•KEY BEEP keyboard beep tones
•S/W VER see software version
âMODE
USER ID
CONTRAST
BACKLIGHT
PWR SAVE
KEY BEEP
S/W VER
MODE
RADIO + GPS
5.1.1. Mode of operation (Radio, GPS)
To select the mode of operation:
ØHighlight the „MODE“ field and confirm with ENTER, to get selections inside the sub menu.
ØSelect „RADIO+GPS“, „RADIO ONLY“ oder „GPS ONLY“.
Ø„RADIO+GPS“ activates both sections of GP 1, while „RADIO ONLY“ activates the radio
transceiver part only and „GPS ONLY“ the GPS section of the GP 1.
5.1.2. USER ID setting
A user ID is necessary, when You intend to transmit Your position data to other partners via Your radio
link. Without User ID the other stations would not be able to see to whom a position data set belongs.
Transmitting of User ID means a kind of selective calling: All other stations in Your RF range receive a
beep tone, and in the display(s) Your ID appears together with Your actual position. While European
regulations allow no automatic data transmission on PMR446 channels, we have coupled the position
data transmission to the manual SEND command together with the ID signal and alarm tone/display
on the receiving side.
Press ENTER, to
select a menu point
Displays selected
mode of operation:
RADIO+GPS
RDO ONLY
GPS ONLY
Scroll with UP
or DOWN to
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To edit the USER ID:
ØMark the „USER ID“ field und confirm with ENTER to enter the „USER ID“ sub menu.
ØPress ENTER. You will see alphanumeric letters and characters A-Z. You may select a character
with UP/DOWN and confirm it with ENTER. Repeat these steps until You have Your ID code
completed.
ØSelect the field „SAVE“ with UP/DOWN and confirm with ENTER.
5.1.3. Contrast adjustment
To adjust the display contrast:
ØMark the „CONTRAST“ field und confirm with ENTER.The sub menu shows 10 levels 01-10.
ØSelect desired display contrast with UP/DOWN.
ØConfirm with ENTER.
5.1.4. Backlight
To activate the display backlight keep the ENTER-key pressed for at least 1.5 seconds.
To adjust the backlight:
ØMark „BACKLIGHT“ und confirm with ENTER. The submenu appears.
ØWith UP/DOWN You can select between „OFF“, „15 SEC“, „30SEC“, „1 MIN“ oder „STAY ON“.
ØConfirm with ENTER.
5.1.5. Energy saving mode
Activation of an energy saving mode is only possible for the GPS section. This function is usefull to
save battery life. Note: the radio part has already an automatic energy saving system.
To adjust the energy saving mode:
ØHighlight „PWR SAVE“ und confirm with ENTER.The submenu appears.
ØSelect between „OFF“, „SHORT“ und „LONG“ with UP/DOWN. „OFF“ means „no energy saving =
GPS continuously on, „SHORT“ und „LONG“ will switch off the GPS receiver every 3 or 5
seconds. Confirm with ENTER.
5.1.6. Key beep tones
To adjust keyboard tones:
ØHighlight the „KEY BEEP“ Feld und press ENTER, to open the selection submenu.
ØSelect with UP/DOWN between ON and OFF wählen.
ØConfirm with ENTER.
5.1.7. Software version
When selected, the field S/W VER will show the actual software version of Your unit.
5.2. SETUP for GPS section
Start on SETUP PAGE
•From the SETUP page when GPS filed is highlighted press ENTER and
radio setup will be appeared on the display.
•Any of GPS setup options can be accessed using the Up/Down switch and
press ENTER. ; You can select to change the following options:

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5.2.1. Selecting DATUMS
Since maps and charts are created using a reference point called a datum, this starting
point will differ from map-to-map. The most common mathematical ellipsoid user is
“WGS84”(World Geodetic System 1984). The WGS84 standard is used in the PMR-GPS
unit.
To select a datum:
•Highlight the “DATUM”field and press ENTER to display the available options.
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select datum up to 122 maximum.(as
listed on the reference page)
•Press ENTER.
5.2.2. Different formats of LOCATION
Location is used to change the coordinate system in which a given location reading is
displayed. The default location format is latitude and longitude in degrees, minutes and
degrees. The Position Format item provides you with four choices for display of positional
information; namely, Degrees (DDD °) , Minutes (MM’), Seconds (SS”) or Degrees only
(DDD.DDDDD°), or Degrees and Minutes only (DDD° MM.MM’) or UTM(Universe
Transverse Mercator).
To select a location format
•Highlight the “LOCATION”field and press ENTER to display the available
options.
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select a location format.
•Press ENTER.
5.2.3. Setting TIME ZONE
The time zone can be set to any one of forty preprogrammed zones or by selecting the
UTC time offset value in the OTHER field of the TIME ZONE items.
To change the time zone
•Highlight the “TIME ZONE”field and press ENTER to display the available
options.
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select a preprogrammed time zone or
UTC offset time.
•Press ENTER.
5.2.4. Programming DAYLIGHT time zones
Daylight save provides you with the capability of choosing the daylight saving time mode
To select daylight save
•Highlight the “DAYLIGHT”field and press ENTER to display the available
options.
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select “SAVE OFF”or “SAVE ON”.
•Press ENTER.
5.2.5. Time display mode 12 hrs-24 hrs
Selecting the Time Format item allows you to select the way the time is presented on the
display (either 12 hour or 24 hour clock).
5.2.6. Date display modes
Selecting the Date Format item allows you to select the way the date is presented on the
display (MM-DD-YY or DD-MM-YY or YY-MM-DD), where M = month, D = day and
Y=year.
5.2.7. Selecting units (US, nautical and metrical system)
This item allows you to specify distance measurements in nautical, US (Feet/ Miles) or
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5.2.8. Activation of the GP LOCATOR position transmission and receive mode
You can select whether or not Your radio shall be able to transmit and
receive positioning data to and from other radio partners. You can recognize
the activated GP LOCATOR mode in the GPS MENU display. If the display
shows the left picture, the GP LOCATOR is activated.
You can use the following procedure to activate the mode:
•Switch off the unit. Press and keep pressed PAGE and PTT
simultaneously, while You switch on the unit with the other hand.
Release all buttons. The GP LOCATOR is now activated.
•To disable GP LOCATOR mode follow the same procedure.
5.3. SETUP-Basic settings of the PMR 446 section
This SETUP procedure is only relevant for the PMR section of GP 1. In this chapter You will find the
basic settings, other settings and special, not so often used parameters are described in chapter 8.
•Start with: SETUP PAGE (to obtain SETUP page, press PAGE for longer than 1 1/2 seconds)
•Select the RADIO field with UP/DOWN and press ENTER .
Radio setup will appear on the display.
•Any of radio setup options can be accessed using Up/Down and press ENTER.
You can select to change the following options:
5.3.1. Dual Watch operation
Dual channel is used dual scanning channel. It will be set up to
maximum channel 8.
To change the dual channel
•Highlight the “DUAL CH”field and press ENTER to select the
available channels.
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select the channel.
•Press ENTER.
5.3.2. Calling tones
The transceiver provides 9 user-selectable call ringer melodies (or OFF) to alert you to
an incoming call.
To select your favorite call ringer melody:
•Highlight the “CALL TONE”and press ENTER to select a call melody
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select your favorite call melody.
•Press ENTER.
Note: It is recommended to switch off the call tones, if the PTT button should not be
easily to be reached, for example on motor bikes.
5.3.3. VOX delay setting
To change VOX delay time
•Highlight the “VOX DELAY”field and press ENTER
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select the VOX delay time. (OFF, 01-04 sec)
•Press ENTER.
We recommend a short delay time for speech and a longer timing for room monitoring
(e.g.baby monitor).
RADIO
DUAL CH
CALL TONE
VOX DELAY
ROGER
BEEP
SQ TAIL
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5.3.4. Roger Beep setting
The PMR-GPS will transmit a beep tone sequence after each transmission to signal the
receiving party that transmission has ended.
To select the roger beep
•Highlight the “ROGER BEEP”field and press ENTER
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select the “ON”or “OFF”.
•Press ENTER.
5.3.5. Squelch tail elimination circuit
Whenever you transmit, the receiving party on the same channel will hear the short buzz,
referred to as the “Squelch tail”when you finish the transmission. The unit can be set to
suppress this noisy by using the SQ TAIL option.
To select squelch tail elimination:
•Highlight the “SQ TAIL”field and press ENTER
•Use the UP/DOWN wheel key to select the “ON”or “OFF”.
•Press ENTER.
Note: This „squelch tail elimination“ is a special software feature which is only
available in Albrecht GP 1 and Tectalk-FM radios. Other radios may not have this
function.
6. GPS Information Pages
All interesting informations available from GPS can be found on the different information pages
(PAGES).
•RADIO+GPS STANDBY PAGE
•LOCATION PAGE
•MAP PAGE
•POINTER PAGE
•GPS MENU PAGE
•SETUP PAGE
To scroll through these pages, press the PAGE button on the right side of the GP 1. If You hold the
PAGE button pressed for longer than 1.5 seconds, the System Menu page will open. You can use
the UP/DOWN as a cursor to move through the System Menu page.
Depending on the selected mode (GPS only, GPS+RADIO or RADIO only) 3 different STANDBY
PAGES may appear. In this chapter we will describe these STANDBY PAGES and 4 Information
pages.diesem
6.1. Standby Pages
These pages depend on the selected modes.
6.1.1. Radio + GPS Standby page
This page appears after switching on automatically. You will see following informations:
•In the upper field You see the User Identification (USER ID –max. 8 characters). In the chapter
about basic settings You have learned how to edit the User ID.
•Number of received satellites (depending on weather, air, surrounding conditions and antenna
position).
•Satellite signal strength information bar graph.
•Time format settings (12 hrs or 24 hrs system).
•Selected radio operating channel.
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6.1.2. GPS only standby page
Die GPS ONLY standby page will appear in the GPS only mode. The display shows
the same compared to 6.1.1. except the channel and CTCSS numbers.
6.1.3. Radio Only standby page
Die RADIO ONLY standby page appears in Radio-only mode (RDO ONLY). There will
be no satellite informations in the display.
•In the upper field You will find the USER ID (see 6.1.1.)
•If selected, You see the bar graph for receiver volume (see “Adjusting Volume” in
chapter 9)
•The operating radio channel number
•The CTCSS-Subcode-setting.
6.2. LOCATION page
This page shows Your location data, direction (HDG), Speed etc.
•exact position data (if „NAVIGATION“ appears)
•Date& Time
•Direction & Speed (HDG/SPEED)
•Trip time & Distance
•Sunrise/Sunset
6.2.1. GPS Satellite STATUS page
The GPS satellite status display shows the relative position, satellite numbers and their
signal strength.
You can enter this STATUS page from the LOCATION PAGE by pressing ENTER. This
page provides following informations:
•Satellite positions: Where the satellite is located relative your position.
•Satellite position graph: The two circles indicates satellite elevation, the outer circle
represents the horizon and the inner circle represents 45 degree from the horizon.
The center of the circle is 90 degree.
•Satellite signal chart: Displays satellite signal strengths. When the GMR-GPS unit
first tracks a satellite, the strength bar will not be solid until ephemeris is collected. This takes
about 30 seconds .
•Satellite numbers: identifies the satellite shown on the chart and on the satellite position graph.
User Identity Code
ID CODE
Searching (not ready
Navigation (data can be used)
Satellite Status
Bar graph
GPS receiver signal
strength
CTCSS Subcode
Actual time –depending
on time format
12/24 hrs-display
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6.3. MAP page
The map page (shown below) presents a picture of where you are going. You,
represented by the animated symbol, proceed toward your destination and leave a
trail, or track log. As you travel, you can make use of waypoints (specific geographic
or man-made objects) that can mark your route as you travel. These waypoints also
make it easy for you to retrace your steps, establishing a route back to your starting
point.
To better appreciate where you are and the direction you are headed in, the map
page includes several other useful features to guide your way:
6.3.1. Compass
A Compass indicator depicts the direction you are moving to (heading).
Different from a conventional compass, the GPS can only display a heading during
movement!
6.3.2. MAP scale
A map scale is displayed indicating the relative distance in feet between 100 feet and 800 miles;
just toggle the Up/Down wheel key switch to adjust the map scale for a convenient display.
6.3.3. Bar graph (memory info)
A bar appears at the bottom of the display signifying the amount of memory used between 0
and 100%.
6.3.4. Information bars
Two information bars at the top of the display automatically scroll through the
following
parameters, changing the data presentation about every 3 seconds:
•Present Position (Longitude and Latitude). Altitude
•Heading(HDG) and *SPD(Speed)
•Your travel direction and speed of travel.
•Trip time(TRIP) and odometer(ODO)
•Overall trip time and odometer
•Bearing(BRG) and Distance to target(DST)
When the wheel key ENTER is pressed, a sub-menu appears providing
several options related to your trip; these options can be highlighted using the
Up/Down wheel key switch; then press the Enter button to change the highlighted data:
a. AHEAD/NORTHWARD? -When this item is highlighted, press Enter to orient the top
of the map display with respect to waypoints or targets ahead of your intended track,
or with respect to True North.
b. AUTO/MANUAL ZOOM? -When this item is highlighted, press Enter to select the
display scale Automatic or Manual zoom function .
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c. SYMBOLS ON/OFF? -When this item is highlighted, press Enter to turn the display
symbols ON or OFF.
d. SAVE TRACK? -When this item is highlighted, press Enter to store a particular track
segment in the GPS TRACKS function.
e. NEW TRIP? -When this item is highlighted, press Enter to erase previous trip data.
f. STOP NAV? –Stops any active navigation there is a destination.
g. SKIP WPT? –Skips current waypoint and start navigation with next waypoint.
NOTE: “Stop navigation”& “skip waypoint”fields will be shownon GOTO/GO
ALONG/TRACKBACK function only.
6.3.5. MARK, SAVE and SEND functions for waypoints (MARK page)
At any time, when travelling with Your GP 1, You can mark a waypoint with Your present position data.
You can store (SAVE) this position as a waypoint (e.g. to find back to this point later). With Your GP 1
you can even transmit Your position to all of Your partner stations (they must be tuned to the same
channel, CTCSS code and must be within Your radio communication range) For emergency cases
(“man-over-board”) it is essential that such a position marking should be possible by touching
one key only at any time. We have provided the ON/OFF/MARK button on the left side for this
procedure. When You touch this key only short time, I will mark the present position.
Marking of a waypoint:
ØPress shortly ON/OFF/MARK
ØThe MARK PAGE appears. With UP (•) or DOWN (‚) You can highlight the fields SAVE, SEND
or MAP VIEW. Confirm with ENTER.
ØIn SEND mode the position will be transmitted together with Your ID Code, all partner stations will
hear an alarm beep and see Your position in a “GP LOCATOR” field on their display.
You can also edit the stored waypoints for any other purpose (see also chapter 6.5.1) like:
•Edit Symbols for waypoints: -40 different Symbols can be selected. These
Symbols can also identify waypoints on MAP PAGE and POINTER PAGE.
•Re-name waypoints –6 alphanumerical characters identify each waypoint.
The first 3 digits determine user, the last 3 digits are waypoint numbers like
001, 002, 003 etc.
•Editing the position data: often used to prepare routes at home for later
trips.
•SAVE storing a waypoint position on MAP.
•SEND transmission of waypoint data to other partner units via radio link.
•MAP VIEW shows position on MAP with direction and distance.
ØPress Page to return to the last MENU point.
Note: During transmission only position data and ID code can be transfered. Waypoint names-or
numbers cannot be transmitted, because they are not unique (any partner can use same waypoint
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6.4. POINTER page
When you are moving, with no particular endpoint or target destination in mind, the
pointer page will show you in which direction you are moving, and at what speed. If
you are travelling to a specific endpoint or destination, the pointer page will then
show you the name of the location, the distance to the location, and the time it will
take to get there. The pointer page displays the following information:
1.
•Tracking GPS Satellites number
•If there is a destination, bearing and straight line distance to the
destination.
•Large directional arrow is the direction where you are going.
•An information bar at the bottom of the display permits viewing the following
parameters when the Up/Down switch is used:
•Current coordinates –Longitude & Latitude
•Date & Time
•ALTITUDE –The measurement of height above mean sea level
•HEADING -Current heading in degrees.
•ODOMETER –The distance of your travel since the last trip reset.
•TRIP TIME –The elapsed time after power-on.
•BEARING -Your direction of travel with respect to a visible waypoint or your intended
destination, or True North (True Bearing).
•DISTANCE –The straight line distance to the destination.
•E.T.A –Estimated time to arrival to the destination. (based on the average speed)
•SUNRISE -Time in hours and minutes of sunrise (dependent on setup selections).
•SUNSET -Time in hours and minutes of sunset (dependent on setup selections).
•MAX. SPEED -The maximum speed traveled since last trip reset.
•AVG. SPEED -The average speed traveled since last trip reset.
•SPEED -Current speed of travel in MPH and knots (KT).
•When the wheel key Enter switch is pressed, a sub-menu providing several options related
to your trip; these options can be selected using the Up and Down buttons; then press the
Enter button to change the trip data.
•AHEAD/NORTHWARD? –When this item is highlighted, press Enter to orient
the top of the pointer page display with respect to waypoints or targets ahead of
your intended track, or with respect to True North.
•RESET TRIP? -When this item is highlighted, press Enter to clear
an existing trip. The graphic representation of the trip remains, but
average speed, Trip time and odometer are reset.
•INITIALIZE? -When this item is highlighted, press Enter to
recalculate your location after the unit has been inactive for a
while, or if you have moved more than 500 miles.
•STOP NAV? –Stops any active navigation there is a destination.
•SKIP WPT? –Skips current waypoint and start navigation with next waypoint.
NOTE: “Stop navigation”& “skip waypoint”fields will be shownonly during
GOTO/GO ALONG/TRACKBACK function.