EarthWalk eBuddy Series 3 User Manual - Setting Up Your Ebuddy
Chapter 1: Introducing the eBuddy
eBuddy User Manual
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Setting up your eBuddy
When setting up and operating your eBuddy, we recommend the following pre-
cautions:
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Always place the eBuddy on a flat table or other level surface.
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Keep the eBuddy and its accessories away from dust, water, and heat
sources.
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Do not attempt to operate the eBuddy in a moving automobile or any other
environment where it may be subject to falling or sudden movement.
Plugging in the AC power adapter
Your eBuddy has been designed to operate on internal battery power for maxi-
mum portability and convenience, however, you can also use the AC adapter to
conserve battery life and charge. You will also need to use the AC adapter to
charge the battery.
1. Place the eBuddy on a flat table or other level surface.
2. Connect the AC power cord to the adapter (see Figure 1-2).
Use only the AC adapter that came with your eBuddy. Use of other equipment
may damage the eBuddy and/or its accessories, and invalidate your warranty.
3. Plug the adapter’s DC outlet connector into the DC-IN connector on the
eBuddy.
Connect the adapter to 110/120-volt power only.
The battery pack will begin charging once the system has been connected to
the AC power.
Opening the LCD panel
To open the LCD panel of your eBuddy:
1. Slide the latches on the side of the panel forward, as shown in Figure 1-3.
2. Lift the LCD panel while holding the latches forward.
The LCD screen has a thin plastic protective film that you should remove and
discard. Remove the film slowly and gently to avoid damaging the LCD screen.
Be careful not to cut the surface of the LCD display. The display contains a liq-
uid that can irritate the skin. Avoid inhaling the vapor from this fluid. If the liq-
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