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What is NavDesk?

NavDesk is a suite of tools you can use to access greater functionality and product information via your
computer.

NavDesk allows you to:

obtain software updates

manage maps

manage safety camera subscriptions

browse the Navman website for special offers.

Can I use NavDesk with my computer?

Ensure your computer has the following

minimum

system requirements before installing NavDesk:

IBM compatible PC

Microsoft

Windows

XP SP2, Vista x32, or Windows 7

Internet Explorer 6 or higher

DVD drive

USB port

Internet connection for activation.

Microsoft .NET 2.0, 3.0 and 3.5 will be installed on your computer as part of the installation of NavDesk.

How do I install NavDesk onto my computer?

Before you begin: Ensure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements for NavDesk,

especially:

i. Ensure that

Internet Explorer 6

or higher is installed on you computer before you install NavDesk, even if it is

not your default browser.

ii. Windows XP users, ensure that

Windows XP Service Pack 2

or higher has been applied before you install

NavDesk.

CAUTION: When your Navman is turned on and connected to a computer, it is recognised as an external
mass-storage device. Do NOT delete any files that are pre-installed on your Navman. Deleting the files can
cause your Navman to crash

Close all programs on your computer.

Insert the NavDesk Application Installer DVD into your computer DVD drive.
The NavDesk installer will start.

If your computer does not automatically launch the DVD, start the installation manually:

Start

Run

Type D:\Install.exe where “D” is the letter assigned to your DVD drive, then click OK.

Select your preferred language for NavDesk.

Click Install Software, then Install NavDesk.

Summary of Contents for F350 Series

Page 1: ...F350 F450 F F Series Hardware User Manual ...

Page 2: ...first time familiarize yourself with your device and its operation On main roads the distance to an exit calculated by your Navman may be further than the distance shown on road signs Road signs show the distance to the start of an exit while your Navman shows the distance to the next intersection i e the end of the exit ramp or road To prepare to exit a road always follow distance information on ...

Page 3: ...nal lithium ion battery The battery may burst or explode if mishandled releasing hazardous chemicals To reduce the risk of fire or burns do not disassemble crush or puncture the battery Recycle or dispose of the battery safely and properly according to local laws and regulations Do not dispose of the battery in fire or water About the battery Use a specified battery in the equipment CAUTION The ba...

Page 4: ...lectromagnetic Compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 1 Common technical requirements EN 301 489 17 Electronic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters ERM Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC standard for radio equipment and services Part 17 Specific conditions for 2 4 GHz wideband transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment EN 55022 Radio disturbance cha...

Page 5: ...ur Navman in a vehicle 7 Enabling Traffic TMC Reception 8 Getting to know your Navman 9 How do I turn on my Navman 10 Using the power switch 10 How do I charge the battery 11 How do I charge the battery in a vehicle 11 How do I charge the battery via my computer 11 How do I charge the battery at home or work 11 Reference 12 What is GPS 12 How does my Navman receive GPS signals 12 Caring for your N...

Page 6: ...ng in the text identifies special information Convention Type of Information Bold Components or items displayed on screen including buttons headings field names and options Italics Indicates the name of a screen Icons The following icons are used throughout this manual Icon Description Note Tip Warning Terms The following terms are used throughout this manual to describe user actions Term Descript...

Page 7: ...nted with a reflective coating it may be athermic and impact the GPS reception In this instance please mount your Navman where there is a clear area usually just beneath the rear view mirror To protect your Navman against sudden surges in current connect the in car charger only after the car engine has been started F Series F Series 7 ...

Page 8: ...built in TMC receiver you can receive live traffic information via the in car charger which is used as an antenna If your Navman does not have a built in TMC receiver you will need to install the TMC accessory kit may be sold separately see www navman com for details For information on using traffic information on your Navman see the Software User Manual Subscription may be required See www navman...

Page 9: ...know your Navman F Series F Series n Power switch o Speaker p Cradle slot q Connector for in car charger USB cable home charger may be sold separately and TMC accessory kit may be sold separately r Touch screen 9 ...

Page 10: ...To turn off your Navman slide the power switch to the OFF position Your Navman will enter a suspended state When you next turn it on your Navman will return to the Main Menu To reset your Navman slide the power switch to the RESET position When your Navman has turned off slide the power switch to the ON position 10 ...

Page 11: ...vehicle power socket How do I charge the battery via my computer For optimal charging results ensure that your Navman is turned off while connected to your computer 1 Turn on your computer 2 Plug the large end of the USB cable directly into a USB port on your computer not a USB hub and plug the small end into on the bottom of your Navman CAUTION When your Navman is turned on and connected to a com...

Page 12: ...y have a negative effect on your reception Caring for your Navman Taking good care of your Navman will ensure trouble free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your Navman Keep your Navman away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures Avoid exposing your Navman to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time Do not place anything on top of your Navman or d...

Page 13: ... battery power may be too low to operate your Navman Charge the battery using the in car charger home charger may be sold separately or USB cable then try again Screen responds slowly The remaining battery power may be too low to operate your Navman If the problem still persists reset your Navman Screen freezes Reset your Navman Screen is hard to read Increase the screen brightness Cannot establis...

Page 14: ...F350 F450 F F Series Software User Manual ...

Page 15: ...earch for a POI by type 14 How do I search for a POI by keyword 16 How do I receive current traffic information via TMC 17 How will I know when a Traffic Event occurs 17 Traffic Overview screen 17 Traffic messages 20 My Places 21 How do I save a location as My Place or Home 21 How do I navigate to a location I have saved 21 How do I navigate to Home 22 How do I navigate to a recent place 22 How do...

Page 16: ...nd other TMC Events 35 What is NavDesk 36 How do I install NavDesk onto my computer 36 NavDesk Menu 37 My Subscriptions 38 My Maps 40 Custom POIs 43 MY NAVMAN 45 For more information 48 Online support 48 Speed Limit 48 Safety Camera POIs 48 Disclaimer 48 Copyright 48 3 ...

Page 17: ...point of reference Important information for using the manual It is important to understand the terms and typographical conventions used in this manual Formatting The following kinds of formatting in the text identify special information Convention Type of Information Bold Navman components or items displayed on screen including buttons headings field names and options Italics Indicates the name o...

Page 18: ...ating on the screen To operate your Navman touch the screen with your fingertip You can perform the following actions Tap Press and release an item displayed on the touch screen Select Tap an item in a list or tap a command from a menu 5 ...

Page 19: ...e The Safety Agreement screen will display after you have selected your preferred language Read the Safety Agreement message To confirm that you have read and understood the message tap Accept 6 View the Tutorial To move forward through the Tutorial screen tap Next To view the previous screen tap To skip the Tutorial screen tap Skip To prevent the Tutorial from displaying on each start up tap the ...

Page 20: ...ens How do I use the BACK button and MAIN MENU button in the title bar 1 On the Main Menu screen tap the desired menu button to enter the menu screen For example tapping will lead you to the FIND main screen 2 The system provides the BACK button and MAIN MENU button in the title bar of the menu screen which allow you to navigate through the menu screens easily You can Return to the previous screen...

Page 21: ...enu screens such as the map Overview screen the system provides the tab buttons that allow you to enter the additional page in the menu screen Simply tap the desired tab to change the view The selected tab will be highlighted as a darker colour tab 8 ...

Page 22: ... features landmarks or venues tap then select By Keyword search for a Point of Interest tap then select Points of Interest to search for a POI want to navigate to a recently visited location tap then select the Recent Locations tab WARNING For your safety enter destination information before you start a journey Do not enter a destination while driving How do I plan my first trip Using your Navman ...

Page 23: ... screen will display tap Save as Home explore the map tap Show on map How do I preview the destination on map After searching an address or a POI you can preview the destination on map to explore the area near the location On the Destination screen tap the Show on map button to display the destination preview map as below Æ How do I explore the map On the destination preview map you can Tap the bu...

Page 24: ...P button on the Main Menu o p r n q Item Description n Direction and distance of next turn The direction and distance to your next turn Tap to repeat the vocal instruction o Current route Your current route is highlighted p Current position Your current position is marked with q Address bar The current address will be displayed in the text box at the bottom of the map screen r Distance and time in...

Page 25: ...r Navman provides information on your distance to go estimated time of arrival distance travelled time taken for trip stationary time Tap the tabs in the title bar to view the additional information in the different screens How do I adjust the volume From the Map options screen tap The volume buttons will be displayed on the map screen in translucent mode 12 ...

Page 26: ...layed on the map screen in translucent mode Complete the following If you want to Then zoom in the map tap and hold zoom out the map tap and hold The zoom buttons will automatically disappear after the map is idled for 5 seconds What if I miss a turn Back On Track Automatic Rerouting You will be redirected if you make a wrong turn A message informing you that your route is being re calculated will...

Page 27: ...rd screen will display after you have entered a name of a city area tap OK The POI Type Selection screen will display search for the POIs on your route tap Along Route The POI Type Selection screen will display search for the POIs near your destination tap Near Destination The POI Type Selection screen will display 4 Complete the following If you want to Then search for POIs by keyword tap By Name...

Page 28: ...I type The POI List screen will display 5 Tap the desired item from the list Æ 6 Complete the following If you want to Then calculate the route and start navigating tap The Map screen will display save the location as a favourite tap The location will be saved in My Places immediately view the POI location on the map tap Show on map The Preview screen will display 15 ...

Page 29: ...yword Tap Æ Æ Æ Æ Complete the following If you want to Then calculate the route and start navigating tap The Map screen will display save the location as a favourite tap The location will be saved in My Places immediately view the location on the map tap Show on map The Preview screen will display 16 ...

Page 30: ...ers You have to pay for TMC service in some models and in some countries How will I know when a Traffic Event occurs When travelling through an area in which you can receive traffic updates your Navman will decode these events and display them on screen An icon will display at the event location on the map screens and an audible warning is given if an event is on your route Where an event spans a ...

Page 31: ...ist of events as they are received which is displayed on the Event List screen From the Traffic Overview screen tap n o p n o p Item Description n Tap to return to the previous screen o Event icon Displays an icon to indicate type of event p Event description Displays details of the Event including Name of road and direction in which Event is taking place Location of where Event begins and ends o ...

Page 32: ...etour or re route is available The Unavoid Area button is displayed when a re route has been calculated q Detour information Displays details of detour recommendation if any How do I know if a detour is recommended When a Traffic or Clearance event occurs on your route a detour will often be recommended The detour event message will display in the status bar on map screens Detours are only recomme...

Page 33: ...e Event is not on the current leg of your journey You are too distant to re route You are too distant to accept this clearance The Event is currently too distant to affect your journey Detour not found Clearance route not found A detour re route could not be calculated Detour Recommended messages If a detour is recommended one of the following messages will display Message Description Finding deto...

Page 34: ...address until the Preview screen is displayed 2 Tap The Save screen will display The location has been added to My Places 3 To save the location as Home tap The Edit screen will display Tap The location has been set as Home How do I navigate to a location I have saved 1 Tap The My Places screen will display 21 ...

Page 35: ...ted to search for an address using the address entry wizard 1 Tap The My Places screen will display 2 Tap Home The Preview screen will display 3 Tap Your Navman will calculate the route from your current location The Map screen will display How do I navigate to a recent place To make navigating to an address easier your Navman will automatically save all your start locations and destinations in a ...

Page 36: ...laces screen will display 2 Select a location to edit The Preview screen will display 3 Tap The Edit screen will display 4 Tap The Keyboard screen will display 5 After you have edited the name tap OK How do I delete a saved location 1 Tap The My Places screen will display 2 Select the location you would like to delete The Preview screen will display 3 Tap The Edit screen will display 4 Tap The loc...

Page 37: ...lishments Search for the nearest petrol stations Search for the nearest parking places Search for the nearest hotels and motels Search for the nearest banks and ATMs Search for the nearest emergency services including hospitals and police How do I search for a POI using NEAR ME 1 Tap 2 Select the desired POI category for example Food The search result will be listed in the Select POI screen Æ 24 ...

Page 38: ...owing If you want to Then calculate the route open the Map screen and start navigating tap The Map screen will display save the location as a favourite tap The location will be saved in My Places immediately save the location as Home tap Æ The Edit screen will display tap Save as Home explore the map tap Show on map 25 ...

Page 39: ... volume level decrease the volume tap The volume bar indicates the current volume level mute or unmute tap The speaker icon indicates the status muted unmuted hear which letter you have tapped when you tap the touch screen tap the Touch audio option to turn it On or Off Your preferences are automatically saved You can simply tap on the Volume bar so that the volume will be set immediately at the p...

Page 40: ...htness level in day mode Warning Your Navman can heat up when the brightness scale is set high therefore use lower brightness whenever acceptable change the screen brightness in night mode tap on Night brightness bar The brightness bar indicates the brightness level in night mode Warning Your Navman can heat up when the brightness scale is set high therefore use lower brightness whenever acceptabl...

Page 41: ... set the system to alert while your speed is 7mph 10 km h or more above the limit set how you want to be notified of safety cameras tap the Safety Camera Mobile Safety Camera Average Safety Camera Red Light Camera option to turn it On or Off Your preferences are automatically saved Maps Complete the following If you want to Then view the map information tap Map Version to display a list of all map...

Page 42: ...d urban areas which should save on fuel usage set types of road options for your route tap Types of road The Types of road screen will display Select your road preference form the list Avoiding ferry routes may prevent you from navigating between certain countries even when a bridge or tunnel exists Your preferences are automatically saved Language Complete the following If you want to Then change...

Page 43: ...Then delete the saved information in your Navman tap Delete saved information Tap Delete My Places and tap Yes when the warning dialog box displays The data saved in My Places will be deleted Tap Delete recent locations and tap Yes when the warning dialog box displays The data of recent locations will be deleted restore factory default settings tap Restore factory defaults When the warning dialog ...

Page 44: ...option to turn it On or Off Your preferences are automatically saved Demo Complete the following If you want to Then enable a shop demonstration of Navman Spirit to be played select a demonstration country from the list and tap Start Tap OK Your Navman will restart When your Navman is in Shop demo mode you will see the navigation demonstration of the pre defined route without having to set a desti...

Page 45: ...utomobile dealer Casino Cemetery Church Cinema City hall City town or village Coffee shop College University Community centre Commuter railway station Courthouse Dentist Doctor Embassy Exhibition centre Ferry terminal Fire Brigade Golf course Government office Grocery store Guest house Higher education Hospital Polyclinic Hotel Ice skating Important tourist attraction Information Tourist informati...

Page 46: ...ol station Pharmacy Place of worship Police station Post office Public restroom Toilet facilities Public sport airport Railway crossing Rental car agency Rest area Restaurant Road accident black spot Scenic Panoramic views School School zone Shop Shopping Ski resort Ski lift station Speed check Sport centre Sports hall Sports complex Stadium Tennis court Travel agency Transport ferry Veterinarian ...

Page 47: ...ants accommodation providers tourist attractions Petrol stations etc The icon will usually display the company logo Point of Interest categories by subscription Icon Description Safety Cameras Safety Camera Mobile Safety Camera Average Red Light Camera My Places categories Icon Description Home Saved locations 34 ...

Page 48: ...h to be considered a dangerous situation for example a minor accident has taken place Forecast An event is expected to occur on a route Restrictions There is a restricted flow of traffic on a route for example a lane has been closed on a motorway Clearance A traffic event that has now been cleared Information All other events Roadworks Roadworks are taking place on a route If a Traffic or Clearanc...

Page 49: ...imum system requirements for NavDesk especially i Ensure that Internet Explorer 6 or higher is installed on you computer before you install NavDesk even if it is not your default browser ii Windows XP users ensure that Windows XP Service Pack 2 or higher has been applied before you install NavDesk CAUTION When your Navman is turned on and connected to a computer it is recognised as an external mas...

Page 50: ...B hub and plug the small end into the USB Socket on the bottom of your Navman Where possible plug the USB cable into a USB port at the back of your computer Slide the Power switch to the ON position to turn on your Navman The following screen will display on your Navman 7 If prompted to update your Navman software follow the on screen prompts You are now ready to use NavDesk to install maps to you...

Page 51: ...nd from your Navman including Language Voice transfer Backup and restore Reinstall software on your Navman Recover keys Options s Activation Allow you to enter the activation key for the service you purchased My Subscriptions Subscription information is available in selected models and countries only Your Navman contains pre loaded subscriptions such as safety camera and travel book information Fo...

Page 52: ...ve subscribed You will need to use this product key to activate your subscription How do I activate my subscription NavDesk Æ Activaction 1 Enter your product key 2 Follow the prompts to activate your subscription How do I update subscriptions on my Navman The My Navman section will display a list of subscriptions already installed on your Navman Icon Description Red Expired subscriptions right cl...

Page 53: ...an Occasionally Navman will offer you free map updates If a free map update is available and your Navman is connected to your computer a message will display when you first start NavDesk The message can be disabled from displaying by selecting Suppress Free Map Offer messages from the message box or from MY NAVMAN Æ Options Æ My Maps How do I download a map update immediately 1 Select the map upda...

Page 54: ...geographical area 4 Select the destination media for the selected map then click Transfer Now The selected map will be installed and change colour to green 5 To use your Navman disconnect the USB cable WARNING Do not disconnect the USB cable from the Navman USB Socket until the Globe has refreshed and the installed map or maps have changed colour to green How do I install maps onto my Navman Your ...

Page 55: ...u want to Then install a yellow map go back to step 7 install a red map the map needs to be activated via the Internet before it can be installed go back to step 5 install the selected maps to your Navman continue to step 9 9 Select the destination media Navman internal memory for the selected maps then click Transfer Now The selected maps will be installed and change colour to green 10 To use you...

Page 56: ...ot responsible for the content or accuracy of the information or the reliability or availability of these websites The use of information regarding safety camera locations may be subject to local laws in the country of use You are responsible for checking that you can use the information in your country or in the country where the information will be used 1 In the Add new POIs section click Browse...

Page 57: ...ory from the tools menu click on options and from the general option select Use metric units check box enable a warning sound when a POI of this category is in close proximity select the Audio alert check box select a custom sound alert file to play when a POI of this category is in close proximity Either select a sound file from the list or Click Add to select a sound file WAV format from your lo...

Page 58: ... take up space on your Navman s internal memory If you do not use a voice file you can remove it to free up space You can later reinstall it to your Navman if required How do I install a voice file In the Available voice files section select the voice file you would like to install then click Install selected voices How do I remove a voice file In the Available voice files section select the voice...

Page 59: ...Select the backup from the list that you would like to restore 2 Click Restore then click OK The backup will be restored to your Navman How do I delete a backup 1 Select the backup from the list that you would like to delete 2 Click Delete then click OK The backup will be deleted Reinstall software and recover keys The MY NAVMAN menu provides you with the tools to fix your Navman if a problem occu...

Page 60: ... the units of measurement that NavDesk uses select or clear the Use metric units check box to change between imperial and metric units select or clear the Use decimal degrees check box to change between decimal degrees and latitude longitude co ordinates My Maps Preferences NavDesk Æ MY NAVMAN Æ Options Æ My Maps Complete one of the following If you want to Then change the location of where downlo...

Page 61: ... whatsoever for you receiving any speeding fines or points on your license through using this device Navman does not guarantee the accuracy of the data contained within this database either expressed or implied In the event you receive a fine or any other penalty for speeding or contravention of any traffic law or are involved in an accident Navman is not responsible for any damages of any type In...

Page 62: ...ed 2010 Microsoft Corporation All rights reserved Microsoft MSN and the MSN logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies Location Identifiers 2010 International Air Transport Association POI Data 2010 InfoUSA The software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group All other trademarks and registrations are the property of their respective owners Revision R00 10 2010 49 ...

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