Trimble Outdoors R7/R8 GPS Receiver User Manual


 
3 Setting up the Receiver
18 Trimble R7/R8 GPS Receiver User Guide
Trimble R7 Operation
3.3 Setup Guidelines
Consider the following guidelines when setting up the Trimble R7.
33.1 Environmental conditions
Although the Trimble R7 has a waterproof housing, reasonable care
should be taken to keep the unit dry. Avoid exposure to extreme
environmental conditions, including:
Water
Heat greater than 65° C (149° F)
Cold less than –40° C (–40° F)
Corrosive fluids and gases
Avoiding these conditions improves the receiver performance and
long-term reliability.
33.2 Sources of electrical interference
Avoid the following sources of electrical and magnetic noise:
Gasoline engines (spark plugs)
Televisions and PC monitors
Alternators and generators
Electric motors
Equipment with DC-to-AC converters
Fluorescent lights
Switching power supplies