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Whistler WGPX-545/550 

 

Features  

 

 

Charge Indicator 

Displays the battery charging status 
Red = Charging; Green = Charged 

Find-Target 
Hotkey 

Press to quickly enter the destination window 

Zoom Out Button 

Zooms out of the map/picture view 

Zoom In Button 

Zooms in on the map/picture view 

Directional Pad 

Press up/down/left/right keys to move around 
onscreen or press the center of button to 
select items 

ESC Button 

Exits current operation 

Menu Button 

Returns to the Main Menu window 

Power Button 

Switches the power on/off  

Touch Screen 

Displays system status. Use stylus to directly 
input data or select items on the screen 

Front View 

Note: 

The unit has a protective plastic layer over the display screen. Remove this layer before use. 

All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com

Summary of Contents for WGPX-545

Page 1: ...WGPX 545 WGPX 550 Hardware User Manual Turn by Turn GPS Receiver Note Contents of this manual and product specifications can change without notice Rev 3 All manuals and user guides at all guides com...

Page 2: ...may register your WGPX online at www whistlergroup com If the unit is returned without a dated store receipt an out of warranty service charge applies Note Your warranty period begins at the time of p...

Page 3: ...s GPS Both the WGPX and wMap Mapping software were designed for ease of use to make your purchase and experience a pleasant one Both manuals and our Whistler Customer Service Representatives are here...

Page 4: ...rd 14 Installation 15 16 Assembling the Windshield Bracket 15 16 Power Connection 16 Operation 17 29 Startup 17 Shutdown 17 Using the Function Buttons 18 Using the Stylus 19 Functions of the Stylus 19...

Page 5: ...re that the unit is secure does not block the driver s field of vision and will not become a hazard in case of an accident Do not mount or place the GPS unit on an air bag equipped steering wheel or p...

Page 6: ...s software may be updated frequently If the descriptions in this manual are different from your software version please follow the software version currently on hand Software Use Terms Copyright laws...

Page 7: ...radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will no...

Page 8: ...h color TFT LCD touch screen display Play MP3 music files that are saved on the SD card View JPG formatted photo images 1 WGPX Unit 7 USB Power Cable 2 Windshield Mount 8 SD Memory Card 3 Interface Br...

Page 9: ...tional Pad Press up down left right keys to move around onscreen or press the center of button to select items 6 ESC Button Exits current operation 7 Menu Button Returns to the Main Menu window 8 Powe...

Page 10: ...an external antenna MMCX type 3 Cradle Mounting Location Quickly secures the unit to the cradle bracket 4 Stylus Use stylus to directly input data or select items on the screen 5 Speaker Audio output...

Page 11: ...B Power Connection Port Dual function port for USB connector and charger Right View 1 Headphone Jack Connection to external headphones 2 SD Memory Card Slot Location for the preloaded SD memory card T...

Page 12: ...g period of time Damage caused by a leaky or improperly charged battery is not covered under warranty Check with the battery manufacturer about their specific product warranty and disposal recommendat...

Page 13: ...um Ion battery please note the following Please do not charge in a hot environment or expose to direct sunlight Lithium Ion batteries do not need to be discharged Do not wait until the battery is depl...

Page 14: ...MMC type memory card SD shown unlocked Removing the SD card 1 Gently press the top of the memory card and the card will eject automatically 2 Then gently pull the memory card to remove Note The includ...

Page 15: ...insert component B into slots on cradle C slide in the direction indicated by the arrows to secure 3 Once the cradle is secure bend the bracket arm as shown below Remove the protective plastic that ma...

Page 16: ...securely on the dashboard to prevent excessive vibration Power Connection While the GPS in sitting in the cradle and the included power cord is plugged into both the cradle and the cigarette lighter t...

Page 17: ...tap the icon using the stylus or a finger to select that function Operation GPS Loads the navigation program and navigation screen Music Plays MP3 music files only Photo Displays JPG images only Setti...

Page 18: ...ing of destinations Also allows switching to full screen viewing in Photo Viewer 2 Zoom Out Zooms out of the map 3 Zoom In Zooms in on the map 4 Directional Pad Pressing up changes map view Pressing d...

Page 19: ...for details of building or road names Drag Touch the stylus point on the screen and drag to scroll around the map for a specific location or landmarks Select and hold Select the item icon and hold for...

Page 20: ...umber 3 Select from the Minute pull down menu and choose the correct number 4 Select to confirm or select to keep original settings Unit will then return to the main menu System Settings Volume Contro...

Page 21: ...System Settings Align Screen Control of the unit is accomplished through either a finger or the stylus by touching writing on the screen If the system cannot correctly identify the input please run th...

Page 22: ...Calibration notification will be displayed if done correctly Repeat above steps if this notification is not displayed 5 To finish the calibration procedure press the Enter key to accept the new settin...

Page 23: ...rn off backlight when running off external power 1 3 5 10 30 min and Always On 3 Scroll the brightness bar to control backlight brightness There are six brightness level options See figure 23A 4 Selec...

Page 24: ...ned off is stored into memory and will be used as the reference the next time the unit is turned on If you travel for more than 500 miles with the unit turned off it will still have the reference poin...

Page 25: ...the files Starting music playback 1 Insert the SD memory card with stored MP3 files into the SD memory card slot on the unit See page 14 for SD card installation 2 Power on and select the Music icon...

Page 26: ...select the desired file to be played and tap the Add button to add to playlist 4 The file will be added to the panel playlist on the right 5 Tapping the Add All button will add all songs currently in...

Page 27: ...SD memory card slot on the unit See page 14 for SD card installation 2 Select the Photo icon 3 The photo viewer window will open 4 Select a directory in the lower right panel that stores the image fi...

Page 28: ...dragging the stylus around on the screen 8 To view a full screen press the magnifying glass button see Figure 27A or simply tap the image twice to enlarge Use the or buttons to zoom in out Pressing th...

Page 29: ...rations resulting in an inoperable system Cannot turn off the system with power button No response with any selection on the screen Use the tip of the stylus and insert into the reset switch on top of...

Page 30: ...ature is between 14 10 and 131 F 55 C Please do not operate under extreme temperatures Avoid exposure to sunlight Please avoid long periods of sunlight or high temperature exposure Using the stylus Th...

Page 31: ...1 Remove protective plastic from the suction cup 2 Clean the suction cup and area on the windshield with window cleaner and retry If you do not see your question listed please visit our GPS FAQ page...

Page 32: ...below Units returned without a dated store receipt will be handled as described in section Service Out Of Warranty Due to the specialized equipment necessary for testing GPS units there are no author...

Page 33: ...ll be repaired at out of warranty service rates when The unit s original warranty has expired A dated store receipt is not supplied The unit has been returned without its serial number The unit has be...

Page 34: ...older Charger Input voltage 11V 28V Output voltage 5 4V 0 3V Battery Rechargeable 1050 mAh Li ion 5 hours battery life when backlight is inactive 3 hours to fully charge Extension Slot SD Display 3 5...

Page 35: ...g our online store at www whistlergroup com WGPX Accessories P N Item Price 500560 12 Volt Power Cord 15 95 203000 Carrying Pouch 5 95 500558 AC Power Adapter Requires 500553 if needed 12 95 500565 Wi...

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