Communication / Connections
Which 4G frequency is usable in the United States? Is my tablet compatible with the Verizon network?
Note: Even if the EMEI is not recognized by the Carrier*, which is not strange because we work with an industrial factory and they don’t have to publish the EMEI in the public domain, your tablet is usable with a large number of 3G/4G frequencies. ...
Can I connect an AIS to my tablet?
Yes, it is completely possible. If you install an AIS transponder that transmits its data over WIFI (or through a WIFI multiplexer), you can easily retrieve this data and therefore display the AIS targets in a compatible application such as ...
How do I calibrate my tablet's compass?
You need to re-calibrate your tablet's compass regularly. The easiest way to do this is to rotate the tablet 2 or 3 times around each of its 3 axes or to draw figure 8s with your tablet, as illustrated below: Compass calibration You can also use ...
Do I need a mobile connection (or a SIM card) to navigate ?
Customers often ask us whether they need to insert a SIM card into the tablet to navigate. No, it is not necessary at all. It’s almost become an urban legend, which originated in the Apple world: on iPads, the cellular chip and the locator chip are ...
How do I transfer files from a computer/laptop?
Warning! Applies only to SP08A and SP08AS (Android 10): Google has deleted “USB mass storage” mode in Android 10. To access the tablet from a computer, you must enable the developer options (go to “About phone” then tap 7 times on “Build number”). ...
What do I do if my GPS sensor loses its position? How can I check whether my tablet is receiving satellites?
A number of free applications are available to help you assess satellite reception. These applications allow you to observe the constellations (Galileo, GPS, GLONASS) and satellites detected by your GNSS sensor, as well as information about its ...
How to troubleshoot WiFi issues?
If you are experiencing problems connecting to WiFi networks with your SailProof there are few simple steps to solve them. Distance to Router : Although most boats are rather small, obstructions to the WiFi signal might still be a real problem ...
I have an issue with my SIM card. How to solve it?
Be cautious when entering a SIM card or memory card and follow exactly the instructions in our manual. A card inserted upside down (be careful here: the picture of the operating instructions shows the BACK SIDE of the tablet) or crooked may damage ...