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® User’s Guide hp iPAQ Navigation System September 2003 Part Number 348773-001...
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“as is” without warranty of any kind, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, and is subject to change without notice. The warranties for HP products are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products.
Selecting and Downloading a Map By City ..............1-6 Downloading Additional Maps..................1-7 Closing the Navigation System....................1-8 Using the HP iPAQ GPS Bluetooth Receiver Learning About Bluetooth GPS Features ................2-1 Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver ................2-2 Manually Partnering for Windows Mobile 2002 Operating System .......
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Setting Options........................3-10 Selecting the Map Display View ................... 3-10 Map View......................... 3-10 Map View Modes..................... 3-11 Guidance View......................3-13 Setting Voice Guidance ....................3-14 Setting Route Options ....................3-15 Setting Safety Options ....................3-16 Recording a Route......................3-18 Replaying Route Instructions................... 3-19 Using The Navigation System Entering a Start Location .......................
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Software Technical Support General Definition........................5-1 Obtaining Support ........................5-1 Performing a Soft Reset ......................5-1 Troubleshooting ....................6-1 Appendix ........................A-1 User’s Guide...
The Navigation System is designed for the HP iPAQ PocketPC. Since the map of the United States and Canada is very large, it does not fit on the HP iPAQ PocketPC. You can transfer map data by city or state, but not both at the same time. To transfer the portion of the map you want to your iPAQ PocketPC, use the companion map loading software on your desktop (or laptop).
What is in the Box? What is in the Box? The Navigation System box includes the following items: ™ iPAQ Bluetooth GPS Receiver. 12 V DC Adapter for charging in the car. CD ROM 1 including: Navigation application (Desktop and Pocket PC application). Western U.S.
System Requirements System Requirements The Navigation System is designed to run on any HP iPAQ Bluetooth enabled pocket PC, includ- ing: HP iPAQ 1940/45 HP iPAQ 2210/1 5 HP iPAQ 5450/55 HP iPAQ 5450/55 HP iPAQ 3870/75 HP iPAQ 3970/75...
Loading the Navigation System Software Loading the Navigation System Software To install the Navigation System Software on your Desktop: Synchronize the iPAQ PocketPC with your computer using ActiveSync. For information on synchronizing your PC, refer to the iPAQ User’s Guide. Connect the iPAQ PocketPC to your computer using the iPAQ cradle or synchronization cable.
Loading the Navigation System Software Selecting and Downloading a Map by Region Selecting and Downloading a Map by Region The Navigation System allows you to install maps by region/state, or by city. You can not store multiple cities, or cities and states in the same location. On the Map Loader window, Click on each state to download to your iPAQ PocketPC, or click on the check box next to each state name.
Loading the Navigation System Software Selecting and Downloading a Map By City Selecting and Downloading a Map By City Selecting a map by radius around a city is preferred since it lets you create a customized map using a small amount of memory. This is helpful if you do not have additional removable storage cards.
Loading the Navigation System Software Downloading Additional Maps Downloading Additional Maps The Navigation System easily lets you change map information stored on your iPAQ PocketPC or removable storage cards. CAUTION: If you install additional maps, Navigation System warns that any existing map information is erased from the storage location.
Closing the Navigation System Downloading Additional Maps Closing the Navigation System When you open Navigation System, it runs in the background of your iPAQ PocketPC. To stop it from running in the background, you should manually close it. If you do not manually close Navigation System, your iPAQ PocketPC may freeze when it is switched off.
Learning About Bluetooth GPS Features Using the HP iPAQ GPS Bluetooth Receiver The HP iPAQ Navigation System Bluetooth GPS receiver gets GPS signals from satellites orbiting the earth. It identifies your position to an accuracy of less than 10 meters.
Charge the Bluetooth GPS receiver using the DC adapter (included) or the AC adapter for the HP iPAQ PocketPC. The first time you charge the Bluetooth GPS receiver, it can take up to three hours.
Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver Manually Partnering for Windows® Mobile 2002 Operating System Partnering between the Bluetooth GPS receiver and the iPAQ PocketPC automatically occurs. Some devices require you manually partner the Bluetooth GPS receiver and ® the iPAQ PocketPC. This includes devices using Microsoft Windows Pocket PC 2002 operating system.
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Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver Establishing a Connection Tap the check box to the left of the BT-GPS-xxxxxx device in the list. Tap the OK button on the upper right side of the screen. A Bluetooth GPS icon displays on the Bluetooth Manager screen. Tap and hold the pointer on the BT-GPSxxxxxx icon.
Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver Manually Partnering for Windows® Mobile 2003 Operating System Two blue arrows display on the GPS Bluetooth receiver icon to indicate a connection. Partnering between the Bluetooth GPS receiver and the iPAQ PocketPC immediately occurs. ®...
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Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver Establishing a Connection Tap the Turn On tab below the Bluetooth status. The message “Bluetooth is On” displays. Tap Bluetooth Manager to set the connections. The Bluetooth screen displays. User’s Guide...
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Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver Establishing a Connection Tap the New tab at the bottom of the Bluetooth screen. Tap Connect! to display the Connection Wizard. Tap Explore a Bluetooth Device from the Connection Wizard options. 10. Tap the Next tab at the bottom of the Connection Wizard screen 11.
Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver Checking the GPS Connection Status Checking the GPS Connection Status To check the status for the Bluetooth GPS receiver and the iPAQ PocketPC, tap the Bluetooth icon on the Today screen. The Bluetooth icon is located on the lower right side of the screen. Tap Bluetooth Manager.
Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver Receiving Satellite Signals If the connection is not active, manually partner the Bluetooth GPS receiver with the iPAQ Pock- etPC. For more information, refer to Manually Partnering the Bluetooth GPS Receiver with the iPaQ PocketPC section. Receiving Satellite Signals The Bluetooth GPS Receiver gets satellite signals only when there is a clear view of the sky.
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Setting Up the Bluetooth GPS Receiver Receiving Satellite Signals Satellite signals are received quicker at specific times of the day. For example, at 10 A.M., you can receive signals under a minute since there are more satellites visible in the sky. At 3 P.M., you may not receive signals because only two satellites are visible in the sky Buildings can block satellite signals.
Getting Acquainted with Navigation System When you start Navigation System, the downloaded map displays in Map View. This provides an expanded view of the map area around the vehicle location. Map View is the default selection. You can also select Guidance View to center in on the map location.
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To see detailed information, for the vehicle location, do one of the following: Tap on the location description at the bottom of the map . Tap on the map location and select Info from the Pop Up menu . User’s Guide...
Moving Around the Map Panning the Map Moving Around the Map You can easily move around the map by: Panning the map in the direction you want it to move. Zooming in and out of the map display. Panning the Map You can tap the pointer on the map and drag it in the direction you want it to move: up down, right or left.
Using Menus Zooming the Map Using Menus Navigation System is based on a menu structure, including: Main Menu File Menu Tools Menu View Menu Pop UP Menu The File, Tools, View and Pop Up menus provide short cuts to features on the Main Menu.
Using Menus Main Menu Main Menu The Main Menu contains all of the options necessary to create and monitor your destination and route. To access this menu, tap the Menu button on the lower left side of the screen. Options Description Destinations Sets the destination by address, intersection, points of...
Using Menus File Menu File Menu The File menu helps you to manage your destination and route. To access the File menu, tap on the File tab at the bottom of the screen. Option Description Enter Destination Displays the Set Destination screen to select a destina- tion option.
Using Menus Tools Menu Tools Menu The Tools menu helps you to set destination options. To access the Tools menu, tap on the Tools tab at the bottom of the screen. If an option has an arrow to the right of it, there are additional options. Option Description Safety Features...
Using Menus View Menu View Menu The View menu lets you display specific information about your destination route. To access the View menu, tap on the View tab at the bottom of the screen. Option Description Displays an expanded view of the map area around the vehicle position.
Using Menus Pop Up Menu Pop Up Menu The Pop Up Menu provides easy access to options for a specific location. To display the pop up menu, tap on the screen. Option Description Location Displays the street, address, intersection, or location type.
Setting Options Selecting the Map Display View Setting Options Through Navigation System, you can set the following preferences: Map Display View . Voice Guidance Routing Options . Safety Options Selecting the Map Display View Navigation System provides two views for map display: Map View and Guidance View. Map View is designed to give a broader view around the current location of the vehicle.
Setting Options Selecting the Map Display View From the Display Options screen select a map orientation, as follows: Heading Up to automatically orient the map in the direction of vehicle travel. North Up to maintain the map in a North/South position. The red arrow in the upper right corner of the menu indicates a North direc- tion.
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Setting Options Selecting the Map Display View No Destination Selected Current Vehicle Position Currrent Location Panning Mode -Manually Scrolling the Map Exit Panning Mode User’s Guide 3-12...
Setting Options Selecting the Map Display View Guidance View To display the map in Guidance View, tap the View menu > Guidance option. The Guidance screen displays. ntersection for Next Maneuver Next Maneuver Distance to Maneuver Box (Changes as Turn Approaches) Current Location Guidance View centers in on the vehicle location, displaying a narrower view of the map.You can not pan or zoom the map in Guidance View.
Setting Options Setting Voice Guidance Setting Voice Guidance Voice Guidance provides verbal instructions for each maneuver in your route. A Speaker icon appears on the menu bar at the bottom of the map to indicate voice guidance is turned on. WARNING: For safety purposes, Voice Guidance should be on when oper- ating the vehicle.
Setting Options Setting Route Options Setting Route Options Routing options let you set up preferences for route calculation. To set up route preferences, do one of the following: Tap the Menu Button> Route Opts icon. Tap the Tools menu > Route Options. The Route Options screen displays.
The Speed Alert screen displays. CAUTION: The Map database includes the speed limits posted on all roads. At times, speed limits can change. HP and its licensors do not guarantee that the speed alert function always provides accurate warning. You should obey local driving laws and use good judgment for safe driving at all times.
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Setting Options Setting Safety Options Do one of the following: Tap the Enable Auto Speed Alert box for a warning when you exceed the road speed limit. Tap the Enable Fixed Speed Alert box for a warning when you exceed the fixed speed limit entered in the mph box.
Setting Options Recording a Route Recording a Route You can record voice guidance instructions for any route. Before you begin your destination, do one of the following: Tap the Menu button > Record icon. Tap File menu > Record Track. The Save As screen displays.
Setting Options Recording a Route Replaying Route Instructions To replay route instructions to a destination, Tap File > Play Track. The Open screen displays. Enter the name of the folder storing the destination instructions in the Folder field. Enter GPS Log Files in the Type field. A down arrow appears to the left of each field.
Using The Navigation System The Navigation System is designed to guide you to your destination in the most efficient manner. Easy-to-use- features let you: Enter a Destination by address, intersection, point of interest, favorite location, or a recent location. Set up Stopovers along the route. Indicate areas to avoid along the route.
Entering a Destination Entering a Destination To enter a destination, do one of the following: Tap the Menu button > Destinations icon. Tap and hold the pointer on the map location. When a dialog box with the location address dis- plays, tap the Set Destination option.
Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Address Setting a Destination by Address Tap Address on the Set Destination screen. The Select Input Method screen displays. In the left top corner of the screen is the map region or area. If this is not correct, click on the Change button to select the correct one.
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Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Address At the top of the screen is a list of valid entries (cities, streets, or house numbers). When you enter an address, do not enter the street type, such as Ave or St. Select an entry, as follows: Scroll through the list by using the scroll keys at the right of the list.
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Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Address To select an entry, tap on it in the Select Address List. You can use the Up and Down arrows at the bottom of the screen to move through the list of addresses.
Setting a Destination by Intersection Tap Intersection on the Set Destination screen. The Select Input Method screen displays. Select an Input Method as follows: Tap Street First to enter the names of two intersecting streets. Tap City First to enter the city name and two intersecting streets. When entering an address, do not enter the street type, such as ave or st.
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Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Intersection When you enter a street or city, dialog boxes similar to the following display: For an intersection, there are two address dialog boxes for the two intersecting streets. To select an entry, do one of the following: Scroll through the list using the scroll keys at the right of the list.
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Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Intersection To select an entry, tap on it in the Select Address List. Tap on one of the following buttons at the bottom of the screen: Nav to calculate the route and center in on the map location. Fav to add this location to your list of favorite locations.
Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Point of Interest Setting a Destination by Point of Interest The map database contains over one million points of interest (POIs) within the U.S. and Canada. POIS are divided into categories and represented by icons on the map. To select a POI: Tap Points of Interest on the Set Destination screen.
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Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Point of Interest The Points of Interest Options is displayed. At the bottom of the screen is the map region or area. If this is not correct, click on the Change button to select the correct one. Do one of the following: Select a POI alphabetically, within a 25 mile radius.
Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Point of Interest Selecting a POI Alphabetically Tap Alphabetically on the Points of Interest Options screen. The Enter POI Name screen displays. Select an entry, as follows: Scroll through the list by using the scroll keys at the right of the list. Tap in characters using the keypad on the screen.
Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Point of Interest Selecting a POI By Distance Tap By Distance on the Points of Interest Options screen. A POI List with the points of interest within a 25 mile radius displays. Select an entry by scrolling through the list and tapping on it. Tap on one of the following buttons at the bottom of the screen: Nav to calculate the route and center in on the map location.
Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Point of Interest Selecting a POI By City Tap By City on the Points of Interest Options screen. The Enter City Name screen displays. Select a city, as follows: Scroll through the list using the scroll keys at the right of the list. Tap in characters using the keypad at the bottom of the screen.
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Entering a Destination Setting a Destination by Point of Interest Select a POI as follows: Scroll through the list by using the scroll keys at the right of the list. Tap in characters using the keypad at the bottom of the screen. Tap on the OK button.
Entering a Destination Setting a Destination From the Contacts List Setting a Destination From the Contacts List Tap Contacts on the Set Destination screen. The Enter Contact Name screen displays. The name must appear in the Contact List on your iPAQ PocketPC. The contact information must be accurate and in the correct format for Navigation System to make a match.
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Entering a Destination Setting a Destination From the Contacts List The Select Address screen displays. This screen contains the contact’s home address, business address and/or any additional address entered. Tap the address. Navigation System sets the selected contact location as the destination and calculates the route.
Entering a Destination Setting a Destination From the Favorites Location List Setting a Destination From the Favorites Location List Tap Favorites on the Set Destination screen. The Favorite Destination screen displays. This screen lists all locations that you saved as favorites. You can use the up and down arrows at the bottom of the screen to move through the list.
Entering a Destination Setting a Destination from the Recent Destinations List Setting a Destination from the Recent Destinations List Tap Recent on the Set destinations screen. The Recent Destinations screen displays. This screen lists all of your recent destinations. You can use the up and down arrows at the bottom of the screen to move through the list.
Managing the Destination and Route Setting a Destination from the Recent Destinations List Managing the Destination and Route After you enter a destination, Navigation System calculates the route. To manage your destination and route, do one of the following: Tap on the Menu button > Destinations icon. Tap File >...
Managing the Destination and Route Entering a Detour Entering a Detour After your route is calculated, you can enter a section to avoid on the route. Navigation System recalculates the route to exclude the detour area. A warning displays if there is no detour for the current route. Tap the Detour button at the bottom of the screen.
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Managing the Destination and Route Entering a Detour A red x displays in the column to the left of the selected road. Repeat steps 1-3 for each road to avoid. Tap on the Nav button to recalculate the route. To cancel a selection, tap on it and tap the Clr button.To cancel all selections, tap the Rst button.
Managing the Destination and Route Entering Stopovers Entering Stopovers A stopover is an intermediate location on your route. This feature guides you to the intermediate location and then continues to the destination. To enter a stopover: Tap the Stopover Button on the Destination Options screen. The Set Stopover screen displays.
Navigating the Vehicle Using Day vs. Night Display Navigating the Vehicle After you have entered a destination and selected the Nav option, Navigation System quickly calcu- lates a route based on your preferences and guides you to your destination. The guidance includes: A map that automatically scrolls as the vehicle moves.
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Navigating the Vehicle Using Day vs. Night Display Night Mode to set the screen color for nighttime driving conditions. If you have a GPS signal, Navigation System automatically switches between views at the appropriate time of day. You can set your preferences through the Color Scheme option on the Display Options menu.
Navigating the Vehicle Viewing the Route List Viewing the Route List You can view the route instructions for your destination at anytime. To view route instructions, do one of the following: Tap the View menu > Route List. Tap the maneuver location at the top of the map. The Route List displays.
Navigation System CD set. Information may also be found online at www.hp.com/go/ipaqnavigation. Obtaining Support In the United States and Canada, call the HP iPAQ Navigation System Technical Phone Support Center at 1.866.4HP.NAV1 (1-866-447-6281). This number is available 8am-8pm Eastern Stan- dard Time.
Check the appropriate map for the address is loaded. Sometimes an address is not stored in the database. Navigation Technologies is always updating the map content. To provide feed- back and add a new address complete a Feedback Form on www.hp.com/go/ipaqnavigation User’s Guide...
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Troubleshooting Problem Solution I cannot hear the guidance Check the volume is not muted. From the map view click the instructions Speaker icon in the menu bar at the bottom of the map. From Tools select Guidance Volume. Increase the volume, as required.
Regulatory Notices Appendix Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Canadian Notice To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product. Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equip- ment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Specifications Bluetooth Specification Physical Characteristics Dimension 85 mm x 47mm x 26mm Weight Temperature Operating -20° ~ 70°C Storage -30° ~ 80°C Humidity Up to 90% non-condensing Bluetooth Specification • Bluetooth V1.1 Compliant • Supply Voltage: 2.8-3.3V • Frequency Range: 2.402 2.480GHz •...
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Index downloading 1-4 map view 3-10 Bluetooth GPS modes 3-11 connection menu establish 2-3, 2-5 file 3-6 status 2-8 main 3-5 features 2-1 pop up 3-9 manually partnering 2-3, 2-5 tools 3-7 setting up 2-2 view 3-8 carpool lanes 3-15 Navigation System closing 1-7 loading 1-3...