Holux GPSmile51 Product User Manual Download

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Portable Automobile
Navigation System

Product User Manual

Version: V.01

July 2005

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HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc.

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Contents of this manual will be modified without further notice.

Summary of Contents for GPSmile51

Page 1: ...roduct User Manual Version V 01 July 2005 Registered info HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology Inc All other trademarks belong to each registered companies Note Contents of this manual will be modified without further notice ...

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Page 4: ... use the power adaptor whilst it is in a bag z Do not attempt to repair the device If device is damaged or is in a wet environment replace the device immediately About the battery z Use only the original factory approved charger z A Lithium battery is built in to the device To prevent fire or skin burns do not disassemble pierce impact or expose the battery to fire The battery will crack explode o...

Page 5: ...ce for third party software hardware z Important instructions Note This warranty does not cover damage or malfunction from the below causes unauthorized disassembly modification of unit abuse or incorrect usage accidental and other unpreventable causes operation under variables mentioned other than in this product user manual using parts not made or sold by Holux Technology or repairs done by anyo...

Page 6: ... to the website www holux com and see the FAQ z If answers cannot be found on the website please send us an e mail at Info holux com tw stating your query and location Maintenance Service HOLUX Technology Inc 886 3 6687000 Web Site www holux com tw E mail Info holux com tw HOLUX Technology Inc www holux com ...

Page 7: ...6 Introduction 6 Front View 6 Rear View 7 Left Side 8 Right Side 8 Top View 9 Bottom View 9 Getting Started 10 Preparing for Use 11 Installing Battery 11 Connecting to AC Adapter and Charging 12 Using the In Vehicle Bracket 13 Using the Car Charger 16 Operating Methods 17 Startup 17 Shutdown 17 Using the Function Buttons 18 Using the Stylus 19 Using the SD Memory Card 20 Function Menu 21 ...

Page 8: ...Settings 25 Help 27 Music Playback Function 28 Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards 28 Starting music playback 28 Create custom playlist 30 Image Browsing Function 31 Using the CD 33 Appendix 33 Troubleshooting 33 System reset 33 Quick Troubleshooting 34 Normal Care and Maintenance 35 Storage 36 Specifications 37 ...

Page 9: ...aphic etc precise measurements z The first GPS positioning should be performed at a single set point wide open area without building shelters Positioning time length will depend on the satellite signal strength cloud levels possibly taking up to 10 minutes z GPS Global Positioning System is the satellite system used by the United States of America Department of Defense All maintenance and operatio...

Page 10: ... streets no right turns may happen so please respond accordingly to the situation and decide whether or not to follow the planned course z When placing this system in the vehicle please secure with brackets on the car to ensure safety The recommended installation location is illustrated below 9 Differences between manufactured and shipped versions may be present this software may be updated freque...

Page 11: ...uch as turning u turn distance etc z Highway info display and voice cueing function including for next interchange rest stop tollbooth z GPS map rotation z GPS street traveled administrative divisions map direction information displays z Custom speeding camera location Under GPS voice cueing from a distance of 300m before contact Other Functions z Music playback plays MP3 music files z Image displ...

Page 12: ...other languages Copyright 2005 HOLUX Technology Inc All rights reserved Important Notice Please read thoroughly this manual of operating instructions and explanations Use only original factory approved batteries and accessories to prevent unexpected damage If the correct procedures were not followed for operation or incompatible accessories were connected this violates the warrantee agreement and ...

Page 13: ...should include the following accessories 1 NAV 51 Unit 6 Battery 2 In Vehicle Bracket 7 USB Charging Cable 3 Base Unit for Bracket 8 128 MB SD Memory Card Option 4 Travel Adapter 9 CD ROM 5 Car Adapter 10 Quick Guide 1 6 4 7 5 8 2 3 10 option 9 ...

Page 14: ... Zooms out of the map 4 Zoom In Zooms in on the map 5 Directional Pad Press up down left right keys to move around onscreen or press on the center to select items 6 ESC Key Exits current operation 7 Menu Directory Returns to the main menu window 8 Power Button Switches on off the power 9 Touch Screen Displays system status use stylus to directly input data or select items on the screen ...

Page 15: ...e signals 2 External Antenna Connector For connection of an external antenna 3 In Vehicle Securing Bracket Base Fast secure to the in vehicle securing bracket 4 Stylus Use stylus to directly input data or select items on the screen 5 Speaker Increase audio output ...

Page 16: ...ry lid to replace the rechargeable battery Right Side 1 Headphone Jack Connection to external headphones 2 SD Memory Card Slot SD memory card slot the required programs and maps are saved on this memory card please do not remove memory card while in use ...

Page 17: ... 9 GPSmile51 Top View 1 Reset System reset switch 2 Volume Adjustment Key Adjusts volume level Bottom View 1 USB Power Connection Port Dual function port for USB connector and charger ...

Page 18: ...ut to use For details please refer to page 19 in this manual 4 Initial GPS positioning Perform GPS positioning at an outdoor open location Press the power switch and select GPS to enter the navigational screen Select Menu for the control menus and then select GPS status to enter the GPS positioning screen The system will automatically search for a satellite signal and begin the positioning procedu...

Page 19: ...ct Set destination select Simulate navigation system will begin to plan a route and then start simulation of navigation For details please refer to page 13 Navigation software manual Preparing for Use Installing Battery Follow these procedures to install the proprietary rechargeable battery 1 Follow these directions to open the battery compartment 2 Insert the rechargeable battery observing the co...

Page 20: ...he power port under the unit 3 Plug the adapter into a power outlet 4 When charging starts the charging indicator light will be red please wait for the charging to complete this might take several hours After charging is completed the indicator light will be green 9 This device uses a Lithium battery please note the following z Please do not charge in a hot environment such as on a balcony or expo...

Page 21: ...ne minute before system startup This will prevent excessive battery discharge Using the In Vehicle Bracket The included in vehicle bracket set can be securely suctioned on the front windshield or using the adhesive plate securing on top of the glove compartment This device will effectively secure the GPS unit in the vehicle Follow the procedures below to secure the bracket 1 Follow the indicated d...

Page 22: ... 14 GPSmile51 2 Once the base is secure bend the bracket arm as shown below 3 Suction the vehicle bracket securely to the windshield ensuring its base is resting firmly on the dashboard ...

Page 23: ...o the base 9 When using the in vehicle secure bracket do not install in a location that will block the view of the driver 9 Recommended installation requirements The bracket base should be resting securely on the dashboard to prevent excessive shock ...

Page 24: ...harger While using the device in a vehicle use the included car charger for long periods of usage 1 Plug in the small plug into the power jack on the rear of the in vehicle bracket 2 Insert the other end into the cigarette lighter ...

Page 25: ...er button to turn off power During the first startup the screen will show the main screen consisting of four functions navigation music photo and settings Directly select the icon onscreen to use the function GPS Loads the navigation program and navigation screen Music Plays MP3 music Photo Plays images Setting Function adjustments and operation instructions ...

Page 26: ...is window provides 7 location searches enabling quick setting of destinations 2 Zoom Out Zooms out of the map 3 Zoom In Zooms in on the map 4 Directional Pad Press up down left right keys to move around onscreen or press on the center to select items 5 ESC Key Exits current operation 6 Menu Directory Returns to the main menu 7 Power Button Switches the power on off ...

Page 27: ...e the stylus after use to prevent it being misplaced Functions of the stylus Selection Use the stylus point to select items and functions onscreen On the map display select the street or indicators on the map 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...

Page 28: ...tal Cards to expand the memory capacity Insert the memory card as below With the metal contacts of the memory card facing back insert the card into the slot on the right side of the unit Removing the Memory Card 1 Gently press the top of the memory card and the card will eject automatically 2 Then remove the memory card ...

Page 29: ...ating accidental removal of the memory card will result in showing an error message Please reinsert the memory card and the system may need to be reset before further use Function Menu The function menu is the main function window other than the navigation screen and includes system settings navigation settings schedule plans GPS status MP3 image browsing Entering the Operation Menu Under the navi...

Page 30: ...et etc You can modify the settings according to personal preferences System Settings Time 1 After system startup select Setting from the main screen to go into the System Settings window 2 Select from the Hour pull down menu and choose the correct value 3 Select from the Minute pull down menu and choose the correct value 4 Select to confirm or select to keep original settings 5 Select to return to...

Page 31: ...tings window control the volume directly with the scroll bar There are six levels of volume in total Scroll bar Startup Message 1 Under the settings window select Warning Voice On or Off for whether the startup message is to be broadcast ...

Page 32: ...ut please run through the screen calibration procedure 1 From the settings window select Stylus Adjustment to start the screen calibration procedure 2 Use the stylus and touch the cross at the center of the screen once 3 Touch the cross in the second position once 4 Touch the cross in the third position once 5 Continue the calibration by touching the cross in the positions that follow ...

Page 33: ...ings The backlight settings will adjust the brightness of the backlight and the auto off time 1 Under the settings window select Backlight to enter the backlight settings window 2 Select the time to turn off backlight when running off the battery 1 min 3 min 5 min 10 min 30 min Always On 3 Select the time to turn off backlight when running off external power 1 min 3 min 5 min 10 min 30 min Always ...

Page 34: ... 26 GPSmile51 4 Scroll the brightness bar to control backlight brightness There are six levels in total 5 Select to confirm or select to keep the original settings 6 Select to return to main menu screen ...

Page 35: ... 27 GPSmile51 Help 1 Under the settings window select Help to enter the help window 2 The screen display will show instructions for operation of music playback and image browsing functions ...

Page 36: ...emory cards Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards On your computer you must first convert the music from an audio CD into MP3 files then save them onto the SD memory card Starting music playback 1 Insert the SD memory card with stored MP3 files into the SD memory card slot on the unit 2 Power on and select the Music icon on the main menu ...

Page 37: ...nctions of different buttons in the Music Playback Window please refer to the illustration below Progress Bar Display Song Title Increase Volume Battery Indicator Volume Display Exit Repeat Single Song Decrease Volume Repeat All Songs Timer Stop Back to First Song To Song Selection Window Play Pause Previous Next Skip to Last Song ...

Page 38: ... actual file it will only add remove it from the playlist 1 Under the Music Playback Window select Menu and go to the Song Selection Window 2 The panel on the left lists the source directories select a directory and double click to enter the directory 3 After loading the list of MP3 files contained in the directory select the desired file to be played and double click to add to playlist Or click t...

Page 39: ...he Delete button 7 Clicking the Delete All button at the right panel removes all songs at once 8 Click the button to exit the Song Selection Window and go back to the Music Playback Window Image Browsing Function The system has an Image Browsing function that is capable of displaying images photographs stored on SD memory cards 1 Insert the SD memory card with stored image files into the SD memory...

Page 40: ...right panel where image files are stored 5 Double click the image photograph file to be displayed 6 Click the expand shrink button to expand or shrink the viewed image 1x 2x 4x 8x 7 An expanded image can be panned by dragging the stylus around on the screen 8 Click to go back to Main Menu ...

Page 41: ...eboot the system Reset your system if the following situations occur 1 Heavy lag experienced with screen refresh or operations resulting in an inoperable system 2 Cannot turn off the system with power button 3 No response with selection on the screen z Use the tip of the stylus and insert into the reset switch on top of the unit ...

Page 42: ...ter and restart system No screen displayed After powering up if the system does not respond try the following 1 Connect adapter restart system 2 Reset system Display speed is too slow 1 Check if the battery is low on power 2 Reset system Screen Screen has no response Reset system Navigation GPS cannot display my current location Make sure your current location is not obstructed by buildings or oth...

Page 43: ... room on a cold day To prevent condensation from damaging the unit please place into an airtight plastic bag before sudden temperature changes Keep away from strong magnetic fields When using or storing please keep away from strong electromagnetic radioactive or magnetic field equipment Operating temperature The products operating temperature is between 10 and 55 C please do not operate under extr...

Page 44: ...nty and damage the unit Storage When the product is not being used for a long period please remove the battery and store in a cool and dry place For long term storage keeping the unit in a dry box is recommended Please do not keep the product in the following environments 1 Unventilated and humid locations 2 In a car window that is exposed to excessive amounts of sunlight 3 In an environment where...

Page 45: ...ating system and embedded applications Weight 180 g Size 125 5 L x75 8 W x21 H mm H 26 5 antenna included Car Holder Charger Input voltage 11V 28V Output voltage 5 4V 0 3V Battery Rechargeable 1050 mAh Li ion 2 hours battery life for full function 3 hours to fully charge with AC adaptor or car charger Extension Slot SD Display 3 5 transflective TFT LCD 262k colors with 240 x 320 QVGA resolution LE...

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