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  • Page 1 Holux Handheld GPS GM-120 User Manual...
  • Page 3 Keep this manual for future reference. Warranty The GM-120 Handheld GPS Navigator is warranted to be free from defects in material and functions for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If there is a product failure within this period (under normal conditions), a replacement will be provided at no charge to the customer.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Viewing the Map Page ...11 Zooming In/Out...12 Turning on the Backlight ...13 Adjusting the Screen Contrast ...13 Using the GM-120 in Simulation Mode ...13 Viewing the compass page ...15 Using Easy Mode ...17 Setting the Home Location...17 Using the Navigation Feature...18 Calibrating the Compass...19...
  • Page 5 Using the Waypoints Feature...21 Using the Waypoints Feature...22 Creating Waypoints...22 Modifying Waypoints...23 Deleting Waypoints ...24 Using the Routes Feature ...25 Creating a Route...25 Editing Routes...26 Using the Track Log Feature...27 Creating a Track Log ...27 Viewing Track Log Information ...29 Using the Shortcut On Feature ...30 Using Map Scale Feature...30 Using the Set Location Feature...30...
  • Page 6 Setting the Lap...40 Setting Auto Pause ...41 Miscellaneous Settings ...41 Start Training...42 Viewing Training History ...43 Transferring Data...45 Making Connections...45 Starting Data Transfer ...46 Using MapRoute...47 System Requirements ...47 Features ...48 File Menu...48 Show Menu ...49 Tools Menu...51 List Menu...55 Transfer Menu ...55 About Menu ...56 Context Menu ...56...
  • Page 7 Setting the Bluetooth ...62 Setting the Display Units ...63 Setting the DMS Format...63 Setting the WAAS/EGNOS ...64 Setting the Backlight...64 Setting the Beeper...65 Setting the Startup Page ...65 Setting the Time ...66 Making a Cold Start...67 Resetting to Factory Defaults...67 Viewing Device Information...68 Appendix………………………………………………………………………..69 Troubleshooting...69...

  • Page 8: Product Overview

    GPS Navigator. The GM-120 is an easy-to-use, multi-function handheld GPS navigator which allows you to enjoy outdoor activities without worrying about losing your way in unknown locations. The GM-120 helps you to locate your position anywhere in the world and navigate your way easily. It also features a Geocaching function for users to participate and enjoy treasure hunting games.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Package Contents Before you start using your GM-120 Handheld GPS Navigator, make sure that your package contains the following items. If anything appears to be missing or damaged, contact your local Holux dealer or distributor for a replacement. GR-120 Handheld GPS...

  • Page 10: Main Features

    Waterproof—ideal for outdoor sports • Specially designed for personal navigation, mountaineering, investigation and military purposes • WAAS (North America) and EGNOS (Europe) GPS receiver with accuracy to 3 meters • Features an electronic compass and altimeter sensor (GM-120B and GM-120C) •...
  • Page 11 GM-120A Features: • SiRF GSC3 • 9 keys (Menu, Esc, Zoom in, Zoom out, Hotkey, 4-way navigation keys) • 2MB program code in NOR flash • 2MB pseudo SRAM • Buzzer • Waypoint, track log stored in NOR flash • 1600 mAh battery GM-120B Equipped with GM-...

  • Page 12: Hardware Components

    Hardware Components Take a moment to familiarize yourself with your GM-120 Handheld GPS Navigator. The following illustrations provide information about the components of the unit. Front View Item Menu Backlight Zoom out LCD screen Four way navigation keys Function Press once to display the OSD menu.

  • Page 13: Rear View

    Item ESC/Page Power Zoom in OK/Enter Rear View Battery compartment latch Function Left arrow: Press to move the cursor left in the OSD menus or on the map page. Right arrow: Press to move the cursor right in the OSD menus or on the map page. Press to exit the OSD menu.

  • Page 14: Bottom View

    Bottom View USB port Setting up the GM-120 This section contains instructions about setting up your GPS navigator by inserting the battery, charging the battery, and installing the holder assembly. Installing the Battery 1. Slide the battery compartment latch to the unlocked position.
  • Page 15 3. Insert the battery in the direction as shown. 4. Close the battery compartment cover. 5. Slide the battery compartment latch to the locked position.

  • Page 16: Installing The Holder Assembly

    Installing the Holder Assembly The GM-120 has a holder assembly as optional accessory that you can mount on your car dashboard to hold the device. To fix the holder assembly to your car dashboard: 1. Hook both parts of the bicycle holder assembly onto the front bar of your bike and fix it securely with the screw provided.

  • Page 17: Turning On For The First Time

    Turning on for the First Time To turn on your GM-120 Handheld GPS Navigator, press and hold the Power button for two seconds. The product information page is displayed. Next, the Mode Selection menu appears. Use the navigation keys to select the mode you want and press the OK button to confirm.

  • Page 18: Turning The Gps On/Off

    Turning the GPS On/Off When the GM-120 is used indoors, the device may not receive a sufficient GPS signal and a warning message will appear on the screen. This warning message does not go off until GPS is turned off.

  • Page 19: Zooming In/Out

    4. Press OK to save the changes. The GM-120 features nine zoom levels. You can select from 50m, 100m, 200m, 500m, 1km, 2km, 5km, 25km, and 100km.

  • Page 20: Turning On The Backlight

    Turning on the Backlight The GM-120 is quipped with a built-in backlight to illuminate the screen when you are using it in poor lighting conditions. Press and hold the Backlight button to turn the backlight on or off as required.
  • Page 21 3. To return to navigation mode, repeat steps 1 and 2, and select GPS On to resume satellite navigation. To switch between simulation and navigation mode from any page: 1. Press the Menu twice button to display the OSD menu. 2.

  • Page 22: Viewing The Compass Page

    Viewing the compass page The compass page display information about the direction in which you are moving, the time and distance required to reach the next waypoint and your destination. The inner heddle of the compass points in the direction in which you are moving. The outer small pointer points in the direction of north measure by electronic compass.
  • Page 23 Now you have familiarized yourself with the GM-120 and learned about its basic features, you can start using this device to plan routes and to act as your navigator when traveling and doing exercise. Read this section to learn more about the various functions and take full advantage of its useful features.

  • Page 24: Using Easy Mode

    Using Easy Mode In Easy mode, you can set a home location before you start out shopping or taking a walk in an unfamiliar neighborhood. You can then track the route you have taken using the navigation function to get back to your home location.

  • Page 25: Using The Navigation Feature

    Using the Navigation Feature After setting your home location, you can start navigation and recording track logs. The navigation log is recorded every 50 meters. To turn on the Navigation function: 1. In Easy mode, press the Menu button to display the OSD menu.

  • Page 26: Calibrating The Compass

    3. Use the navigation keys to select Calibration and press OK to confirm. 4. The compass starts calibrating. This takes 15 seconds. Place the GM-120 on a level surface and start rotating the unit through 360 degrees three times every 5 seconds.

  • Page 27: Using Professional Mode

    In Professional mode, you can search the objects step by step or by nearest search. And you can set waypoints and create routes for important locations and store them on the GM-120 for future reference. Search Object You can search objects including roads, hotels, banks, restaurants…etc.

  • Page 28: Nearest Search

    Nearest Search You also can use the nearest search function to search the nearest object. Read the following sections to learn how to search the nearest object you want to find. 1. On the map page, press the Menu button to display the Menu options.

  • Page 29: Using The Waypoints Feature

    An active waypoint will be displayed on the map page. 8. Highlight the √ and press OK to save changes. 9. Highlight the GOTO option and press OK to create an auto-route from your current location to the waypoint. NOTE: GM-120 saves up to 1000 waypoints.

  • Page 30: Modifying Waypoints

    To create a new waypoint from the map page: 1. On the map page, move the cursor to where you want to create a new waypoint. 2. Press and hold the OK button. The new waypoint page will be displayed. 3.

  • Page 31: Deleting Waypoints

    Deleting Waypoints To delete an unused waypoint: 1. On the map page, press the Menu button to display the menu options. 2. Use the navigation keys to select the Waypoints option and press OK. 3. A list of all waypoints is displayed on the screen. The active waypoint which is currently used for navigation is denoted by an asterisk (*) sign next to it.

  • Page 32: Using The Routes Feature

    Using the Routes Feature Read this section to learn how to create a route manually using the previously created waypoints. Creating a Route To create a route using the waypoints previously created: 1. In Professional mode, press the Menu button to display the menu options.

  • Page 33: Editing Routes

    9. Select the route you just created and press the Menu button to view the menu options. 10. Highlight the Set Navi option and press OK to confirm. The selected route is activated and the GM-120 switches to navigation mode. Editing Routes You can modify or delete all the routes that you created as required.

  • Page 34: Using The Track Log Feature

    Creating a Track Log The GM-120 also features a track log function that records information about your trip to help you track your journey in the future. To create a track log: 1.
  • Page 35 • Select Tracking Dist to calculate the tracking distance from the start point to the end point. • Select Tracking Area to calculate the tracking area from the start point to the end point. • Select Delete to delete the selected track log. •...

  • Page 36: Viewing Track Log Information

    Viewing Track Log Information To view track log information: 1. In Professional mode, press the Menu button to display the menu options. 2. Highlight the Track Logs option and press OK to confirm. 3. Under the Info tab use the navigation keys to view the distance and the area traveled of the selected track log.

  • Page 37: Using The Shortcut On Feature

    Using the Shortcut On Feature The Shortcut On features allows user to create a short cut from your current location to the location of the cursor on the map page. To enable on the Shortcut On feature: 1. On the map page, press OK and the cursor will change to a cross icon.

  • Page 38: Using Measure Distance Feature

    Using Measure Distance Feature The Measure Distance features enables users to measure the distance from the current position to the specified destination. To enable the measure distance function: 1. On the map page, press the Menu button to display the menu options. 2.

  • Page 39: Viewing Trip Status

    Viewing Trip Status To view trip information such as your speed, direction, trip time, and so on: 1. From the map page, press the Page button to view the trip status information. 2. Use the navigation keys to toggle between 6 fields and 2 fields tabs and choose the information you want to view.

  • Page 40: Resetting Trip Data

    Resetting Trip Data Resetting trip data will reset the value of Trip Odom and Trip Time to zero. To set the trip data and display new data: 1. On the trip status page, press the Menu button to display the menu options. 2.

  • Page 41: Moving To The Next Waypoint

    • To Dest.: shows the distance to your destination 4. Use the navigation key to toggle between the 6 fields and 2 fields tab and repeat the steps 1 to 3 to change the fields accordingly. Moving to the Next Waypoint On the compass page, you can switch to the next waypoint and view the direction and distance information with ease.

  • Page 42: Calibrating Altitude

    Calibrating Altitude Altitude calibration is the process used with barometer altimeter and GPS altitude. GPS altitude is used as the reference. To perform altitude calibration: 1. In Professional mode, press the Page button to display the Info page. 2. Press the Menu button to display the menu options.

  • Page 43: Using Geocaching Mode

    Using Geocaching Mode The GM-120 features a geocaching function which enables users to use location coordinates and set up caches to participate in treasure hunting games. Setting Geocaching Coordinates To set up the cache box from the Geocaching menu: 1. In Geocaching mode, press the Menu button to display the menu options.

  • Page 44: Viewing The Geocaching Page

    Viewing the Geocaching Page After setting up the cache box, you can start the treasure hunt by using the coordinates on the geocaching page. Follow the steps below to access to the cache boxes location on your map page: 1. On the map page, press the Menu button to display the menu options.

  • Page 45: Using Sports Mode

    Using Sports Mode The GM-120 features a sports mode which allows users to set up a training session and record their performance for post exercise evaluation. Training Setup The Training Setup menu enables you to set up the time, distance, pace, speed, lap when you are taking a walk, jogging, or cycling, and view your exercise performance afterwards.

  • Page 46: Setting The Pace

    5. Use the navigation keys to adjust each field and press the OK button to confirm. 6. Highlight the √ option and press the OK button to save changes. Setting the Pace To set up the training pace: 1. In Sports mode, press the Menu button to display the menu options.

  • Page 47: Setting The Lap

    Setting the Lap This feature allows users to set up the lap counter to count automatically after specified distance or time elapsed during training or manually by pressing the Menu key when a lap has been completed. To set up the training laps: 1.

  • Page 48: Setting Auto Pause

    Setting Auto Pause The auto pause function reminds users to pause recording the sports log after a specified period. To set up the auto pause during training: 1. In Sports mode, press the Menu button to display the menu options. 2.

  • Page 49: Start Training

    7. Highlight the √ option and press OK to save changes. To set the record distance and time interval: 1. In Sports mode, press the Menu button to display the menu options. 2. Select Training Setup and press OK to display the menu options.

  • Page 50: Viewing Training History

    Viewing Training History The Training History keeps a record of your training sessions on a weekly basis. You can view the training records either from the Training History or the Training Summary page. To view the summary of your last training: 1.
  • Page 51 5. Use the up/down navigation keys to select a lap and press OK. 6. Use the left/right navigation keys to toggle between Lap Detail and Diagram tab and view the lap information. To delete the training records: 1. On the training history page, press the Menu button to display the menu options.

  • Page 52: Transferring Data

    PC using the Loading feature. Making Connections To connect the GM-120 to your laptop, use the USB cable provided in the package. Connect the smaller end of the cable to the data port on the device and connect the other end of the cable to a free USB port on your laptop.

  • Page 53: Starting Data Transfer

    Coordinates on page 59. • GPS->PC Track: to transfer track logs from the GM-120 to a PC. See Uploading Data on page 59. • GPS->PC Wp&Rt: to transfer waypoints and routes from the GM-120 to a PC. See Uploading Data on page 59.

  • Page 54: Using Maproute

    Using MapRoute After connecting the GM-120 to the PC (see Making Connections on page 45) and setting it up with the Loading menu (see Uploading Data on page 59) to select the type of data transfer, run the Maproute.exe program from the software CD to start data transfer.

  • Page 55: Features

    Features You can use the menu bar to perform various tasks from the main program window. The following sections describe how to use the MapRoute menu items. You can also use the toolbar icons to carry out various functions. Move your mouse over the toolbar icons to view a tool-tip about the icon and learn what each icon represents.

  • Page 56: Show Menu

    Show Menu Click Show and choose the item that you want to display on the map. Move the cursor over the map and hold it over a road or any other point of interest to view information about the location. The exact latitude, longitude, name of the road, district, and name (if any) of the location are displayed next to the cursor.
  • Page 57 • Display Icons – enables you to choose which points of interests are displayed on the map. You can select locations such as government buildings, shopping places, restaurants and so on to be displayed on the map by selecting the required check boxes. •...

  • Page 58: Tools Menu

    Tools Menu The Tools menu enables you to view the map, move across the map, search for locations, and so on. • Arrow – Cursor becomes an arrow. Move the cursor to a road or point of interest to view information about it. •...
  • Page 59 Specify the location to save the waypoint file and click Save. A new waypoint screen appears. Enter information such as the name of the waypoint and comments for the waypoint. If required, edit the latitude and longitude of the waypoint to get an accurate location.
  • Page 60 • Routes – Enables you to create and edit routes using waypoints. If no waypoints have been created, this option will not be available. Create a route as follows: Click New under Route to create a new route. Modify the route name if desired in the Name field.
  • Page 61 Specify the location to save the geocaching file and click Save. A dialog for new box pops up. Enter information such as the name of the box and comments for the box. If required, edit the latitude and longitude of the box to get an accurate location. You can also establish a new box point by importing a (*.loc) file from the Internet.

  • Page 62: List Menu

    PC->GPS | Waypoint And Route– downloads waypoint and route files (*.wpr) to GM-120. • PC->GPS | Geocaching– downloads geocache files (*.geo) to GM-120. • GPS->PC | Track Log – uploads track logs (*.trl) from the GM-120 to a host PC.

  • Page 63: About Menu

    GPS->PC | Waypoint And Route– uploads waypoint and route files (*.wpr) from the GM-120 to a host PC. • GPS->PC | Spt Rec: transfers sports logs from the GM-120 to a About Menu Click this menu item to view company and software version information.

  • Page 64: Viewing Sports Logs

    • Show/Hide | SportLog – enables or disables the display of sports logs (*.spt). Viewing Sports Logs To view the details of your sports logs, do the following: 1. Right-click anywhere in the map window and select Show | SportLog. 2.

  • Page 65: Downloading Map

    1. Click Transfer | PC->GPS | Track Log in the MapRoute window. 2. The Open dialog window opens. Locate the desired track log file (*.trl) and click Open to copy the track log to the GM-120. 3. The selected track log file is copied to the internal memory of the...

  • Page 66: Downloading Waypoints And Routes

    Download status is displayed on the screen while downloading is in progress. Uploading Data To upload track logs, waypoints, and routes from the GM-120 to a PC, do the following after setting up the device with the Loading menu (see Starting Data Transfer on page 46): 1.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The System Settings

    Adjusting the System Settings The System Settings menu enables you to customize the GM-120 according to your needs. To view the system settings, do the following: 1. Press the Menu button twice to display the main menu and scroll to the System Settings option.

  • Page 68: Setting The Navigation Mode

    The map can be set to either display with north always at the top of the screen, or to rotate according to the direction the GM-120 is facing. When the map is set to North Up, the map will always display with north at the top of the screen.

  • Page 69: Setting The Bluetooth

    6. Use the up/down navigation keys to select a setting. 7. Use the up/down navigation keys to highlight √ and press OK. Setting the Bluetooth To enable/disable the Bluetooth feature: 1. Press the Menu button twice to display the main menu. 2.

  • Page 70: Setting The Display Units

    Setting the DMS Format DMS format defines how Degrees, Minutes, and Seconds are displayed. You can either set the GM-120 to display degrees followed by minutes and fraction of a minute, or you can set it to display degrees and minutes followed by seconds and fractions of a second.

  • Page 71: Setting The Waas/Egnos

    Setting the WAAS/EGNOS To enable/disable the WAAS/EGNOS feature: 1. Press the Menu button twice to display the main menu. 2. Select Sys. Settings and press OK. 3. Select the Set 2 tab using the left/right navigation keys. 4. Use the up/down navigation keys to highlight the WAAS/EGNOS option.

  • Page 72: Setting The Beeper

    7. Use the up/down navigation keys to highlight √ and press OK. Setting the Startup Page You can choose to display or hide the startup page when turning on GM-120. To enable/disable the startup page: 1. Press the Menu button twice to display the main menu.

  • Page 73: Setting The Time

    Setting the Time The local time can be set on the GM-120 using the Time setting function. Local time is set by entering the offset from Greenwich mean time. For instance, if local time is 7 hours ahead of Greenwich mean time, you will need to enter an offset of plus (+) seven hours.

  • Page 74: Making A Cold Start

    Making a Cold Start Use this feature to locate your position correctly, if the GM-120 is unable to identify your position after being powered on for a few minutes. This may happen if there is old, incorrect data in the device and the signal strength is poor due to uneven distribution of the satellites.

  • Page 75: Viewing Device Information

    Viewing Device Information To view information about the device’s firmware: 1. Press the Menu button twice to display the main menu. 2. Scroll to the About option and press OK. 3. The screen displays the device information and the free memory available for track logs, routes, and waypoints.

  • Page 76: Appendix

    Make sure that you are not in simulation mode. Make sure you are in an area with no obstruction such as trees or tall buildings. The GM-120 requires synchronization with at least three satellites to identify with your current location. Once the position has been identified, it requires at least one satellite to maintain status.

  • Page 77: Specifications

    Specifications Item • Navigation Waypoints: Max. 1000 waypoints with name (symbol) coordinate and remarks • Route: 50 reversible and editable routes up to 150 waypoints each • Track Log: 8 tracking logs with 2500 points each Performance Acquisition Time: • Cold Start: within 42 seconds •...

  • Page 78: Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

    Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement 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.

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