antennas and Loran-C couplers, are readily available from your local marineaccessories dealer.A Magnetic Mount Antenna Kit is available for temporary attachment of theGPS 100 antenna to a metallic surface. This kit includes a remote weather-proof antenna and 10 feet of low-loss antenna cable.Personal Computer Kit:A Personal Computer Kit is available for real-time track plotting/map generationand downloading of almanac, waypoints, and routes. Perform satellitevisibility computations and useful DXF format conversion for interfacing tovarious CAD and GIS (Geographical Information System) programs.Waypoints and routes may be uploaded from a PC back to your GPS 100using this kit.Data Transfer Cable:A data transfer cable is available to transfer waypoints and routes from oneGPS 100 to another. This cable comes complete with GPS 100 connectorsand can be used in conjunction with the battery charger.Carrying Case:A carrying case is available for convenient storage or transportation of yourGPS 100. This case can be worn on your belt or over the shoulder. A utilitypocket is provided for storing spare battery packs as well as other smallitems. The unit may be operated directly from the case by unzipping the topand bottom zippers and raising the antenna.AA Size Battery Pack:A AA size battery pack is available if you wish to use disposable batteries forGPS 100 operation. The AA battery pack should be filled with six high qualityalkaline batteries commonly found at retail stores.1.5 OPERATIONAL MODESIf your GPS 100 is powered by an external source, it will provide continuousnavigation updates. Typical time to first fix is less than 2.5 minutes. (If youhave used your unit within the hour, it may take as little as 15 seconds.)1-5