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Users Guide for Nokia N73

Your Nokia N73
Model number: Nokia N73-1 Music Edition

Hereinafter referred to as Nokia N73. If a function described in this guide is available only in the original edition of the Nokia N73 or Nokia N73 Music Edition, this is indicated in the section describing that function by referring to the Nokia N73 (original edition) or Nokia N73 Music Edition. Check the sales box of your device to see if your device is the original Nokia N73 or Nokia N73 Music Edition.

Charge the battery

  1. Connect a compatible charger to a wall outlet.
  2. Connect the power cord to the device. If the battery is completely discharged, it may take a while before the charging indicator starts scrolling.
  3. When the battery is fully charged, disconnect the charger from the device, then from the wall outlet.

GPS Field Guide

What is GPS
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a system allowing to precisely identify locations on the earth’s surface.

The GPS system has 3 parts (Figure 1):

  • The Space segment: a network of 24 satellites placed into orbit (Figure 2). The first GPS satellite was launched in 1978 and a full constellation of 24 satellites was achieved in 1994. Each satellite is built to last about 10 years. Replacements are constantly being built and launched into orbit.
  • The Control segment which consists of ground stations, located around the world that make sure the satellites are working properly.
  • The User segment: the GPS receivers used by the community (eg. ETrex device).

This satellite-based system offers highly precise location data for any point on the planet, in any weather conditions, 24 hours a day. It is mainly used for navigation, positioning and other research applications.

BlueTrek G2 User Guide

The Bluetrek G2 headset is a wireless headset based on the Bluetooth technology.

The Bluetooth technology is a standard for wireless short distance radio communications. Devices like a headset and a mobile phone can communicate with each other without wires within approximately 10 meters.

Bluetrek G2 is a qualified Bluetooth headset that complies with the Bluetooth 1.1 protocol. It supports two profiles: Headset Profile and Hands-free profile. It will work with any qualified Bluetooth device that supports the Headset profile or the Hands-free profile.

Bluetrek G2 headset can be used with:

  • A qualified Bluetooth mobile phone (*);
  • A non-Bluetooth mobile phone (*) connected to the Bluetooth adaptor BT07 (optional);

(*) or another Bluetooth device supporting the Headset or Hands-free profile. This user guide is focusing on the use of this Bluetooth headset with a Bluetooth mobile phone, which is the most common application.

Mobile Satellite Radio User Guide

MSAT-G2 MOBILE SATELLITE RADIO

The MSAT-G2 Mobile Satellite Radio is a powerful new communications tool that works where you do. Designed for use on the MSAT Network, the MSAT-G2 supports continent wide Push-to-Talk (PTT) and Voice communications. In addition, the MSAT-G2 offers GPS capability and flexible interconnectivity to a variety of third- party Interoperability Interfaces, extending the reach of traditional Land Mobile Radio technology.

THE MSAT NETWORK – POWERED BY MOBILE SATELLITE VENTURES (MSV)

Mobile Satellite Ventures is North America’s premier provider of mobile satellite communications. Delivering service since 1996, MSV offers customers a wide choice of wireless Voice and Data services via its two MSAT satellites. MSV provides superior capacity and reliability for customers across North and Central America, northern South America, the Caribbean, Hawaii and in coastal waters.


MSAT DISPATCH RADIO

iPhone iPod touch VPN Guide

Apple’s iPhone and iPod touch can connect to Marist’s wireless network. In order to do this, they must be running software/firmware version 2.0 or higher—this includes the Cisco IPsec VPN client. The VPN client ensures that only authenticated users are using the wireless and protects your data and privacy by encrypting the transmission. This guide will walk you through the steps necessary to connect your iPhone or iPod touch to the wireless network so you can browse the web, check email, view YouTube videos, et cetera.

All current models of the iPhone & iPod touch come with version 2.0+ software/firmware preinstalled. Older models of these devices may not. Version 2.0 was released in the summer of 2008. This is a free update for the iPhone and costs approximately $10 for the iPod touch. The first step before connecting is to make sure you’re running at least version 2.0.

Using iPod as a Tour Guide

Overview
Using any iPod with a dock connector, you can create and display text content, create and organize custom menus, and link to other text and audio clips. You can set iPod so users see only the menus and text notes you want them to see, without having access to other iPod functions.

These features make up an elegant solution for tour and teaching environments. For example, an astronomy student using an iPod prepped for class could scroll through the names of Jupiter’s moons, choose Europa to read about it, and then choose a link to hear a description and see a telescopic photo.

Creating and Organizing Notes
You can create text notes, and you can set iPod so users see only your notes without having access to other iPod functions. You can also customize the iPod interface to display categories that users navigate to view notes.
Tip: For best performance, make sure each iPod you’re using has the latest iPod software. Go to www.apple.com/ipod/ to download the latest iPod software.