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Installation Instructions
Installation of the Magellan RoadMate receiver is simple and easy. The hardest part will be picking the best
location.
Selecting the Location
A few tips on selecting the proper location.
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Mount the Magellan RoadMate receiver in a place where it can be easily seen and will not interfere with
your view of the road.
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The Magellan RoadMate receiver should be mounted in such a way that the antenna, (located in the top of
the receiver), has an unobstructed view of the sky through the windshield.
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Make sure that the Magellan RoadMate receiver or any cabling will not be disturbed if the airbags are
activated.
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Be sure to check your local and regional laws before mounting to the windshield. Some states have laws
restricting the mounting of any device on the windshield.
Attach the Power Cable to the Car Cradle
Attach the USB connector to the cradle as shown. The USB
connector will ‘snap’ in place when it is fully seated in the car
cradle.
Securing the Car Cradle
Use the alcohol pad that came with the Magellan RoadMate
receiver to clean the area on the windshield that has been
selected for mounting the Magellan RoadMate receiver. Let the
area dry completely.
Make sure that the lever at the base of the adjustable mount is in
the up position. Place the base of the car cradle firmly over the area where it will be placed. Push the lever at the
base of the swivel mount all the way down until it snaps in place. Carefully let go of the assembly, making sure
that it is securely mounted.
(The mount shown here may be different from the mount supplied with your Magellan RoadMate receiver, but the
installation is the same for all styles.)
Attaching the Magellan RoadMate receiver to the Car
Cradle
Slide the Magellan RoadMate receiver on the car cradle so that the
slot on the Magellan RoadMate receiver aligns with the tab on the car
cradle. Slide the Magellan RoadMate receiver all the way down until it
rests on the 'feet'. You should notice a click when the receiver is fully
mounted in the cradle.
Adjusting the Mount for Optimum Viewing
Loosen the adjustment locking knob and position the Magellan
RoadMate receiver for optimum viewing. Once set, tighten the locking knobs. (Never attempt to adjust the mount
while driving.)
