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Summary of Contents for Magellan Magellan RoadMate 1210 1200 Series
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Page 1: User Manual
Magellan ® RoadMate ® 12xx Series GPS Receiver User Manual 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773... -
Page 2: Important Safety Warnings
Magellan Technical Support. Charging the Magellan RoadMate • An optional AC adapter is available as an accessory for your Magellan RoadMate. Use of another type of AC adapter can result in malfunction and/or possible fire hazard due to battery over heating. •... - Page 3 The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without the approval of manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The Magellan RoadMate must be installed and operated at a distance no closer then 8 inches (20 cm) from the user.
- Page 4 This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. The information provided in this document is subject to change without notice. Improvements and enhancements to the product may occur without any formal notification. Check the Magellan website (www.magellanGPS.com/ support) for product updates and additional information.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Using the Adhesive Disk ... 3 Securing the Car Cradle to the Windshield or Adhesive Disk ... 3 Attaching the Magellan RoadMate receiver to the Car Cradle ... 4 Adjusting the Mount for Optimum Viewing ... 4 Connecting Power ... 4 Routing the Cable ... - Page 6 Entering an Intersection ...15 Entering a City Center ...15 Tips on Entering Addresses Quickly ... 16 Previous Destinations ... 16 Routing to a Previous Destination (Method 1) ... 16 Routing to a Previous Destination (Method 2) ... 16 Saving a Previous Destination to Your Address Book ...16 Clearing the list of Previous Destinations ...17 Address Book ...
- Page 7 Multi Destination Routes ... 28 Creating Additional Destinations with Go To ... 28 Editing the Destination List ... 28 Saving a Multi Destination Route to Your Address Book ...29 Settings ... 30 Accessing System Settings ... 30 Setting Languages ...30 Setting Auto Power ...30 Setting Brightness ...30 Setting the Time Format ...
- Page 8 Traffic ... 36 Coverage ... 36 Glossary ... 36 Traffic Incidents ... 37 Avoiding Traffic Incidents ...37 Coupons and Offers ... 37 Coupons From POI Searches ...37 Viewing a Coupon Offer ...37 Viewing All Coupons ... 37 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773...
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Page 9: Magellan Roadmate Gps Receiver
The Magellan RoadMate receiver 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 receiver to the AC power using an optional AC power adapter. -
Page 10: Magellan Roadmate
Magellan RoadMate (A) Power Switch. (B) Micro SD card slot (A micro SD card is optional and is used for backing up and restoring data.) (C) USB connector. Power input from vehicle power adapter cable or AC power adapter (+5 VDC / 2A) -
Page 11: Installation Instructions
Securing the Car Cradle to the Windshield or Adhesive Disk Use the alcohol pad that came with the Magellan RoadMate receiver to clean the area on the windshield that has been selected for mounting the Magellan RoadMate receiver. Let the area dry completely. -
Page 12: Attaching The Magellan Roadmate Receiver To The Car Cradle
Slide the power switch (located at the top right side of the Magellan RoadMate receiver) to the right. Sit in a normal driving position and make any final adjustments to the car cradle for optimum viewing. Make sure the adjusting knobs on the car cradle are firmly in place. -
Page 13: Security
Security It is recommended that the Magellan RoadMate receiver is not left in plain view while unattended for reasons of theft. Please note that the Magellan RoadMate receiver is a receiver only and does not transmit GPS location signals. Neither the receiver nor the vehicle can be tracked using the Magellan RoadMate receiver. -
Page 14: Fundamentals
2. After the initial splash screen the Warnings screen is displayed. Read and tap Turning the Magellan RoadMate receiver Off 1. Slide the power switch to the left to turn the Magellan RoadMate receiver off. You have a 5 second delay to resume using the receiver if you change your mind. -
Page 15: Main Menu
Accessing the Main Menu When you first turn on the Magellan RoadMate receiver, the Main Menu is displayed. While in use, you can access the Main Menu by: 1. From the Map screen tap Menu. -
Page 16: Keypad
Keypad Understanding the keypad while entering an address is an important part of using your Magellan RoadMate receiver. The keypad is the most common method for entering data into the Magellan RoadMate receiver. Keypad Overview Button Name Data Field Previous... -
Page 17: Smart City Search
Smart City Search The Magellan RoadMate receiver utilizes a feature known as “Smart City Search”. What this does is it attempts to predict the city you are looking for. This prediction is based upon two major factors; your position and cities you’ve gone to before. -
Page 18: Map Screen
The most commonly used screen is the Map screen. Whether you are following a route or just traveling around a city, the chances are that the Map screen will be displayed. The Map screen can be displayed in two unique modes: normal and routing. - Page 19 (F) Information display. Displays speed, time of day, elevation, compass direction. While routing it also can also display distance to destination, estimated time of arrival (ETA), and time remaining. Tap on the information field to change. (G) Access the list of nearest Highway Exit POIs (available only when driving on a highway/freeway/interstate). Tap to display options to start a new trip or, when routing, to make modifications to an existing trip.
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Page 20: Current Location Screen
This screen can be accessed from the Options screen or from the Map screen. The Current Location screen displays approximate address of your current position, the next and previous intersections, your latitude, longitude, and heading. Accessing the Current Location Screen There are two ways to open the Current Location screen. -
Page 21: Volume
4. The Magellan RoadMate receiver recalculates the route and the Map screen returns. Volume The volume can be adjusted or muted from the Map screen. (The volume can also be adjusted from Settings > Sound.) Changing the Volume from the Map Screen 1. -
Page 22: Enter Address
If you know at least a part of the address, it is the quickest way to select the destination of the route. This function is used to create a route from: • an exact address, including street number, • the midpoint of a street, •... -
Page 23: Entering An Intersection
Entering an Intersection When the street number is not known, an intersecting street can pinpoint the location. 1. From the Main Menu, tap the Go To icon. 2. Tap the Intersection icon. 3. Enter City: You have three ways to do this: •... -
Page 24: Tips On Entering Addresses Quickly
6. Tap the large GO button on the right to return to the Map screen and start navigating. Tips on Entering Addresses Quickly • When you are entering the name of a city or a street, Magellan software only displays those characters that appear in possible search results. The other characters are grayed out. •... -
Page 25: Clearing The List Of Previous Destinations
7. When the details for this address are acceptable, tap the 8. If you have selected to save this to the OneTouch menu, you need to select a the OneTouch button you want to assign. Clearing the list of Previous Destinations 1. - Page 26 6. Edit information: • Tap the Name field and use the keypad to enter a name for the address book entry. (Entering the name is described in detail in chapter Map Screen.) • (optional) Tap <Enter Phone Number> to specify a phone number for the address book entry. •...
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Page 28: Onetouch Menu
In addition to Home Address, there are other icons in the OneTouch Menu, the set of bookmarks of searches and favorite destinations. They can be used for easy access of frequent destinations and to get local information when needed. Furthermore, you can assign POI search criteria to OneTouch icons. Saving an Address to a OneTouch Icon These instructions only apply if you have not yet assigned a function to a OneTouch button. -
Page 30: Points Of Interest (Poi)
The Magellan RoadMate receiver has preloaded POIs that can be used as a destination for a route. Selecting a restaurant or finding a gas station nearby is at your fingertips. Creating a Route to a POI by Category POIs are categorized into unique categories from gas stations to tourist attractions. Most, but not all categories are further organized into subcategories. -
Page 31: Creating A Route To A Highway Exit Poi
Creating a Route to a Highway Exit POI The Highway Exit POIs function provides a way of accessing commonly used POIs that are near an exit you are approaching while travelling on a highway. Highway Exit POIs include restaurants, gas stations, car repair facilities and hotels. Freeway Exit POIs can be accessed while on a route or just driving, as long as you are on a freeway. -
Page 32: Home Address
Your most frequent destination can be entered and saved in the Magellan RoadMate as the Home Address for quick and easy access when you need to navigate there. This does not need to be your real home address. Choose any address you visit frequently. You can access it at any time with the first button of the OneTouch menu. -
Page 34: Traveling On A Route
Each method is discussed in the chapter which is associated with it. Routing Method Regardless of which route type has been created, the Magellan RoadMate needs to know how the route is to be calculated. Routes can be calculated by the following methods: •... -
Page 35: Detouring Off A Route
1. From any screen with a OneTouch icon, tap the icon to display the OneTouch menu. 2. Tap the cancel route icon. 3. Confirm that you want to cancel the route. Tap Yes. Detouring off a Route 1. From the Map screen, tap Menu. 2. -
Page 36: Multi Destination Routes
With the Magellan RoadMate you can create routes with more than one destination. Select one destination and create a single route first. Then turn it to a multi destination route by selecting additional destinations. Creating Additional Destinations with Go To Using the search functions of the Magellan RoadMate you can easily create a route with multiple destinations. -
Page 37: Saving A Multi Destination Route To Your Address Book
Saving a Multi Destination Route to Your Address Book Multi destination routes can be saved for later use from the address book. 1. From the Map screen, tap Menu. 2. Tap Trip Options. 3. Tap Edit Trip. 4. The Multiple Destination List is displayed. 5. -
Page 38: Settings
With user Settings you can customize the Magellan RoadMate receiver to better suit your personal needs and preferences. Tapping the Back arrow Tap from any of the Setting screens will not cancel the changes. Changes take effect as soon as you make them. -
Page 39: Selecting Units Of Measure
Selecting Units of Measure Auto power is the duration of time that the Magellan RoadMate receiver remains idle before turning off automatically. 1. Access the System Settings menu (above). 2. Tap Units. 3. Tap on the desired unit of measure. -
Page 40: Sound
Backing Up and Restoring Data Backup and restore provides a way of storing the address book and other data on an optional micro SD card inserted in your Magellan RoadMate receiver. When the data has been backed up, it can be restored at any time. -
Page 41: Gps Options
This option is used when purchasing an additional feature for your receiver that requires a code to authorize it. Currently there are no available additional features that require entering a code but you may check the Magellan web site periodically for new features, enhancements or even software updates. -
Page 42: Traffic
Traffic Enabling Traffic This option is used when you want to turn traffic off. (Traffic information is available only after purchasing and installing the Traffic Link accessory.) 1. From the Main Menu screen, tap the Settings icon. 2. Tap Traffic. 3. -
Page 44: Coverage
Live traffic information is an option available for your Magellan RoadMate using the Traffic Link accessory. The Traffic Link accessory connects to your Magellan receiver through the Traffic Link power cable that is supplied in the kit. There is nothing you need to do other than to connect the power cable, traffic information is automatically activated and there are no traffic subscriptions to buy. -
Page 45: Traffic Incidents
(Show Traffic Along Route) to Show All Traffic, the delay along your route is not displayed and you are unable to avoid traffic incidents using the Magellan RoadMate. Avoiding Traffic Incidents When the traffic icon indicates a delay, you can select to avoid any or all of the traffic incidents along your route.