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Magellan RoadMate 1200 User Manual

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RoadMate™ 1200

User Manual

Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    ® Magellan RoadMate™ 1200 User Manual Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Warnings

    The Magellan RoadMate is a vehicle-navigation aid designed to assist you in arriving to your selected destinations. When using the Magellan RoadMate, these safety rules must be followed to prevent accidents that can result in injury or death to yourself or others: •...

  • Page 3: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

    The Magellan RoadMate must be installed and operated at a distance no closer then 8 inches (20 cm) from the user. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
  • Page 4 © 2007 Magellan Navigation, Inc. All rights reserved. The Magellan Logo, Magellan, RoadMate, TrueView, SmartDetour, and SmartVolume are trademarks of Magellan Navigation, Inc. No part of this user manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use, without the prior written permission of Magellan Navigation, Inc.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Connecting Power ... 4 Security ... 4 Region ... 5 Fundamentals ...6 Powering on the Magellan RoadMate ... 6 Turning the Magellan RoadMate On ... 6 Turning the Magellan RoadMate Off ... 6 Selecting Auto-Power Shutdown Time ... 6 Volume ... 6 Changing the Volume from the Map Screen ...
  • Page 6 Routing to a Previous Destination (Method 1) ... 24 Routing to a Previous Destination (Method 2) ... 25 Saving a Previous Destination to Your Address Book ... 25 Deleting a Previous Destination ... 25 Table of Contents Magellan RoadMate 1200...
  • Page 7 Detouring off a Route ... 35 Changing the Route Method ... 36 Trip Planner ... 37 Creating a Trip ... 37 Optimizing a Trip ... 38 Starting a Trip ... 39 Editing a Trip ... 39 Table of Contents Magellan RoadMate 1200...
  • Page 8 Setting Tone Options ... 49 Viewing Technical GPS Information ... 49 Setting the GPS Position ... 49 Backing Up and Restoring Data ... 50 Backing Up Data ... 50 Restoring Data ... 50 Viewing Map Information ... 50 Table of Contents Magellan RoadMate 1200...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    The Magellan RoadMate has a built-in battery so in most cases you will be able to follow these instructions while reading them on your computer screen without plugging the Magellan RoadMate to AC power.

  • Page 10: Front View

    Front View Side Views Back View Magellan RoadMate 1200 USB connector. Power input from cigarette lighter adapter or AC power adapter (+5 VDC / 2A). SD/MMC card slot Reset Power Speaker...

  • Page 11: Installation Instructions

    Swivel the cradle up so that it is flush against the back of the receiver and snaps into place. Please note that the mounting bracket supplied with the Magellan RoadMate may be different then the one shown in this document.

  • Page 12: Adjustable Mount

    Magellan RoadMate will power on. (Note: some vehicles apply power to the cigarette lighter receptacle only when the ignition is on.) Security It is recommended that the Magellan RoadMate is not left in plain view while unattended for reasons of theft. Installation...

  • Page 13: Region

    Region By default, the Magellan RoadMate has the region setting for the lower 48 United States. If you are travelling in Hawaii or Puerto Rico you must change the region in User Options. From the Main Menu, tap on the right arrow to access the second page of the Main Menu.

  • Page 14: Fundamentals

    Powering on the Magellan RoadMate The On/Off button is located on the bottom right side of the Magellan RoadMate as shown in the Overview chapter. Turning the Magellan RoadMate On Press and hold the On/Off button for 1-2 seconds. Read the Warnings and tap OK.

  • Page 15: Changing The Volume From User Options

    This prolongs the battery life between charges. It can be turned off by tapping on the checkbox. The Main Menu The Main Menu screen is the center for all the available functions for the Magellan RoadMate. The Main Menu consists of two pages with large, easy to access icons.

  • Page 16: Main Menu

    .Main Menu - Page 1 Show Map: Displays the map with your current position (if computing a position from the GPS signals) indicated by the blue triangle. See the Map Screen chapter for details. Enter Address: Displays Enter Address menu. Addresses can be entered by first entering the city, zip code, or by selecting a city from a list of cities you have already used as destinations.

  • Page 17: Main Menu

    User Options: Accesses the User Options menu. This menu can be used to access functions used to customize the Magellan RoadMate to your personal needs. Home: If you have created a Home address, press the Home button for quick access for routing to your home.

  • Page 18: The Keypad

    The Keypad Understanding the keypad while entering an address is an important part of using your Magellan RoadMate. The keypad is the most common means of entering data into the Magellan RoadMate. Keypad Overview Special Keys Alphabetic Keypad Symbols Keypad...

  • Page 19: Notes On Entering Data

    Notes on Entering Data If you are having trouble getting the results you expected here are a few useful tips. • Make sure that you have spelled the name correctly. If you are unsure of the spelling, just enter a few characters and tap “OK”. A long list of names will be displayed but you can step through the list and probably be able to find the correct spelling.

  • Page 20: Map Screen

    The most commonly used screen will be the Map screen. Whether on a route or just travelling around town, chances are the Map screen will be displayed. There are two unique modes that the Map screen can be displayed in; normal and routing. In normal mode, your position is shown on the map along with the time and your speed.
  • Page 21 In routing mode additional information is displayed providing detailed information about the route you’ve selected. Street name currently on. Direction indicator. Tap to view the Current Location screen where you can save your position into your Address Book. Zoom out POI icon.

  • Page 22: Accessing The Map Screen

    Accessing the Map Screen On the Main Menu, tap Show Map. 2D Mode The map is normally displayed in 3D mode but you can set the map to 2D mode if so desired. Choose the mode that is best suited for you. In 2D mode, you can pan across the map looking for a location to route to or save in your address book.

  • Page 23: Routing To A Panned Position

    When the details for this address are acceptable, tap If you want to now route to this address tap to exit panning and return the icon to your current position. Routing to a Panned Position Pan the map until the icon crosshairs are over the location you want to route to. Tap in the center of the icon circle.

  • Page 24: Maneuver List Screen

    Tap on the item in the list with the street you want to try and avoid. Confirm the exclusion by tapping on The Magellan RoadMate recalculates the route and displays the Maneuver List with the newly computed maneuvers. GPS Status Screen...

  • Page 25: Accessing The Gps Status Screen

    Tap on the back arrow to return to the Map screen. Zoom Levels There are 23 zoom levels in the Magellan RoadMate, ranging from 100 feet to 1200 miles. Select the zoom level that best suits your needs. Setting Zoom Levels...

  • Page 26: Home Address

    Your home address can be entered and saved in the Magellan RoadMate for quick and easy access when you need to create a route home. Creating a Home Address These instructions only apply if you have never entered a home address or if it has been deleted.

  • Page 27: Accessing The Home Address From The Address Book

    When the Address screen is displayed, edit the information and top SAVE to continue. The new HOME address is saved in your address book and you are returned to the Main Menu screen. Accessing the Home Address from the Address Book From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon.

  • Page 28: Current Location

    The Current Location screen provides necessary information about your present location, intersectons ahead and behind your, as well as a convenient way of adding your current location to your address book. Accessing the Current Location Screen The Current Location screen can be accessed from the Main Menu or from the Map Screen. From the Main Menu From the Map Screen Tap the direction indicator.

  • Page 29: Saving Your Current Location To Your Address Book

    Saving Your Current Location to Your Address Book Access the Current Location screen. Edit Information: on the Edit Name line to create a name for this location. Tap on any of the three (work, home, mobile) phone buttons to enter a phone number. on the Edit Information line to add additional information.

  • Page 30: Enter Address

    The Enter Address function is used to create a route from a newly entered address, an address in your address book or to an intersection of two streets. Entering an Address While creating an address the first step is to indicate what city the address is in. This can be done by inputting the name of the city, entering the zip code for the city or by selecting a city that has been previously used.
  • Page 31 With the city selected, the keypad will be displayed asking for the street name. Use the keypad with QuickSpell to enter the street name. Enter the first few characters of the street name and tap OK or continue entering characters until the list of streets is displayed. You can use street prefixes (N, E, W, S, etc.) if desired.

  • Page 32: My Addresses

    Use the scroll bars to the right if necessary to view the name of the street desired. Tap on the street name to continue. Use the keypad to enter the street number for the address. Note in the top left corner is the range of acceptable street numbers.

  • Page 33: Routing To A Previous Destination (Method 2)

    Routing to a Previous Destination (Method 2) From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon. Tap on the my addresses icon. Tap on Previous Destinations. Select the destination from the list of previous destinations. Tap on Route. Select the Route Method and tap the orange Calculate Route button. Saving a Previous Destination to Your Address Book From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon.

  • Page 34: Address Book

    It is possible to delete all of the destinations in the Previous Destination List by accessing User Options > Address Book Options > Clear Previous. Address Book Accessing an Address in Your Address Book From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon. Tap on the my addresses icon.

  • Page 35: Accessing An Address From Favorites

    Favorite addresses operate the same as other addresses in your address book. Addresses in your address book can be marked as favorites to speed up the search for commonly used addresses. Accessing an Address from Favorites From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon. Tap on the my addresses icon.

  • Page 36: Creating A New Entry To You Address Book By Entering An Address

    From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon. Tap on the my addresses icon. Tap on Create New Entry. Tap on Select on Map. The Map screen is displayed in 2D mode. Use your finger or stylus to pan around the map. When the crosshair icon is over the location you want to add to your address book, tap in the center of the crosshairs.

  • Page 37: Creating A New Entry To You Address Book From By Intersections

    Entering an Address. Tap on the street from the list of streets. Search for the second street the same as in step 6. However, the Magellan RoadMate uses QuickSpell to allow you to select only streets that intersect with the street selected in step 6.
  • Page 38 Entering an Address. Tap on the street from the list of streets. Search for the second street the same as in step 6. However, the Magellan RoadMate uses QuickSpell to allow you to select only streets that intersect with the street selected in step 6.

  • Page 39: Points Of Interest (Poi)

    The Magellan RoadMate has POIs preloaded that can be used as a destination for a route. Selecting a restaurant or finding an ATM nearby is at your fingertips. Categories and Subcategories POIs are categorized into unique categories from gas stations to wineries. Most, but not all categories are further organized into subcategories.

  • Page 40: Creating A Route To A Poi By Name

    Creating a Route to a POI by Name From the Main Menu, tap the Points of Interest icon. Select Search by Name. Spell the name of the POI to be used as the destination. You need not enter the full name, but the more characters you enter, the easier it will be to find the exact POI you are searching for.

  • Page 41: Travelling On A Route

    There is also a bell that will alert you where the maneuver is to be performed. (This tone can be changed in User Options > Tone Options.) Split-Screen As a maneuver is approached, the Magellan RoadMate displays a split-screen alerting you of the upcoming maneuver. This screen will close...

  • Page 42: You Have Arrived

    A route to a Previous Destination (Street Address) • A route to a street intersection (Street Address) • A route to a POI preloaded in the Magellan RoadMate (Points of Interest) • A trip (a route with multiple destinations) (Trip Planner) •...

  • Page 43: Special Routing Functions

    Special Routing Functions When a route is active, the Main Menu functions are changed to support special routing functions. Routing to a POI Near an Approaching Freeway Exit Note: This function is available only while on a freeway. Also, when you create a route to a POI near an exit, the original route will be cancelled.

  • Page 44: Changing The Route Method

    Changing the Route Method If you travel off the computed route, the Magellan RoadMate will automatically re-calculate the routing information to get you to your original destination using the routing method you selected when creating the route. However, if you want to change the routing method (while on or off the route), you will need to use the re-route function.

  • Page 45: Trip Planner

    The Trip Planner is used to create a route with multiple destinations. In this document we refer to a route with multiple destinations as a “Trip”. Creating a Trip From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the Trip Planner icon. Select New from the Trip Planner Menu.

  • Page 46: Optimizing A Trip

    The list of trip destinations is displayed. 10. Tap on the destination name to bring up the menu. Shortcut: if you just want to append a destination to the list, use the Append button at the bottom of the display. 11.

  • Page 47: Starting A Trip

    Starting a Trip From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the Trip Planner icon. Select Guide Me from the Trip Planner Menu. Select the trip to be used from the stored trips list. Tap on the destination in the list to be used to as the first destination in the trip.

  • Page 48: Renaming A Trip

    Tap Delete. Select the trip to be deleted from the stored trips list. Confirm the deletion of the trip. Tap Yes. Renaming a Trip From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the Trip Planner icon. Select Delete, Rename from the Trip Planner Menu. Tap Rename.

  • Page 49: Exit Pois

    The Exit POI function provides a way of accessing commonly used POIs that are near an exit you are approaching while travelling on a freeway. Exit POIs include restaurants, gas stations and hotels. Exit POIs can be accessed while on a route or just driving, as long as you are on a freeway. Routing to a POI Near an Approaching Freeway Exit Note: This function is available only while on a freeway.

  • Page 50: User Options

    Use User Options to customize the Magellan RoadMate to better suit your needs from a GPS navigator. Tapping the Back arrow from any of the User Option screens will cancel the changes. Selecting Map Region Choose the map region you will be travelling in.

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Display Brightness

    Tap Save. Setting Auto Power Off Time The auto power setting will define the time that the Magellan RoadMate will automatically turn off if it hasn’t moved or the touchscreen accessed. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options.

  • Page 52: Selecting Units Of Measure

    Selecting Units of Measure From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap System Settings. Tap Units of Measure. Select Miles/Feet or Kilometers/Meters. Tap Save. Displaying Contact Us Information From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap System Settings.

  • Page 53: Performing Diagnostics

    Performing Diagnostics From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap System Settings. Tap Next. Tap Diagnostics. Tap Audio Test, Touchscreen Test or Video Test. When done, tap the Back arrow to exit. Accessing the Trip Computer The trip computer records your average speed, the time in hours of the trip, the time in hours that you were driving, and the distance of the trip.

  • Page 54: Selecting Pois To Be Displayed On The Map

    Selecting POIs to be Displayed on the Map In some areas the map can be cluttered with POIs making it difficult to find what you are looking for. Use POI Selection to set what categories of icons will be shown and which ones will be hidden. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options.

  • Page 55: Setting The Map Display To Heading Up Or North Up

    Setting the Map Display to Heading Up or North Up The map can be displayed with the top of the display in the direction of your heading or North. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap Map Options. Select Heading Up or North Up.

  • Page 56: Setting Detour Options

    Using the Simulator When turned on, the simulator will offer the option of simulating movement on a route. Useful for learning about the Magellan RoadMate while not driving. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap Simulator Mode.

  • Page 57: Setting Tone Options

    Setting a GPS position is useful if you are not getting satellite information quickly because the Magellan RoadMate has travelled over 500 miles while turned off. Setting the GPS position will allow the Magellan RoadMate to compute which satellites are available and calculate the position quicker.

  • Page 58: Backing Up And Restoring Data

    From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Insert a SD or MMC card with available space into the SD slot of the Magellan RoadMate. Note that backing up data will overwrite any back up files on the SD or MMC card.
  • Page 59 Tap Map Information. Tap Back arrow to exit. User Options Map Information Screen...

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