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Blackspot Interactive ROAD ANGEL Quick Reference Manual

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ROAD ANGEL
Menu Button
Rear
Laser
Sensor
Front Laser Sensor
External Antenna
READ ME FIRST
With camera and blackspot data changing constantly, it is imperative that you
REGISTER your unit in one of the following ways:
1. Register on-line at www.blackspot.com and click on Product Registration.
Once your details have been entered you will then be prompted to download
the update software directly to your PC.
2. Fill out the registration card that is the back page of this manual and return it
freepost to receive your free update software on a CD.
Quick Reference Guide
High Intensity LED
Auxiliary Port
USB Port
READ ME FIRST
Delete Button
Store Button
Visor Locating Guide
Ear Piece
READ ME FIRST
(one each side)
12v dc
Serial Adaptor

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  • Page 1 ROAD ANGEL Quick Reference Guide Menu Button High Intensity LED Delete Button Store Button Visor Locating Guide (one each side) Rear Laser Sensor Ear Piece Front Laser Sensor 12v dc External Antenna Auxiliary Port Serial Adaptor USB Port READ ME FIRST...
  • Page 2 The safety of you and your passengers is our prime consideration, and we trust that for all the miles you drive, your ROAD ANGEL will enhance the safety and enjoyment of your journey. Join other ROAD ANGEL users in guarding your life and livelihood.
  • Page 3 How ROAD ANGEL Works Setting Up ROAD ANGEL Menu Settings ROAD ANGEL Displays Laser Detection Adding and Deleting Danger Zones ROAD ANGEL Database and Updating System Requirements Subscriptions Hardwiring ROAD ANGEL ROAD ANGEL and your Motorbike Protecting and Cleaning ROAD ANGEL...
  • Page 4 For any GPS device to work it must see a clear view of the sky. ROAD ANGEL has an internal high sensitivity GPS antenna, this means the unit must be placed onto the dashboard to give it a clear view above.
  • Page 5 6. Anti-vibration Damper 9. Anti-glare Visor 2. We highly recommend that ROAD ANGEL is positioned in the centre of the front windscreen low down, just above the dashboard. Making sure that the windscreen wipers do not obstruct the view.Tests with enforcement teams have shown that this is the most effective place to mount a single detector.
  • Page 6 ROAD ANGEL to be placed. ROAD ANGEL can be placed onto the rubber pad where it will be held firmly. 4. Routing the Power cable – ROAD ANGEL is supplied with two types of power cable. Choose which cable suits your vehicle the best.When routing the cable ensure that it does not interfere with any of the vehicles controls or airbag modules.
  • Page 7 Interactive Ltd. for details). Heated screens can also affect signal strength. Note: ROAD ANGEL comes with a visor that can be attached to shade the display from bright sunlight. Attach the visor using the two locating notches on each side of the unit.
  • Page 8 Camera alert single beep – Switch alert on or off, as each proximity bar counts up it will emit a single beep. Safety Alert Volume – Changes the volume setting for Blackspot, School and Congestion related warnings. 0%-100% in 20% increments. Safety Alert single beep –...
  • Page 9 High Intense LED – Turn the high intensity LED on or off for warnings. Clock Adjust – Enables the user to adjust the time offset. Mute – To mute ROAD ANGEL when entering a danger zone, simply press MENU. ROAD ANGEL Displays The custom high quality LCD is designed to be easily visible by the driver in all conditions –...
  • Page 10 2. Alert Display ROAD ANGEL can warn the user of 6 different types of warning. When alerting of an approaching zone the type of zone is shown on the display as a picture.
  • Page 11 3. Mobile Alert When your vehicle is targeted by a mobile laser gun, ROAD ANGEL will instantly flash 5 bars and give voice alerts and beep quickly. Laser warnings require immediate action, as often when it goes off it is indicating that your speed has already been taken.

  • Page 12: Laser Detection

    Laser detector to a vehicle, as complete coverage is very difficult to achieve at short range, with only one sensor. (Auxiliary number plate sensor available separately – please contact Blackspot Interactive Ltd. for details). 150 M 1 KM...
  • Page 13 How the enforcement officer chooses which vehicles to target Even though the police have equipment for measuring and recording the speeds of motorists, it is down to the officer using the equipment to choose which vehicle to target. A lot of people believe that the police are checking every vehicle as they go by.This is not the case.

  • Page 14: Adding And Deleting Danger Zones

    SCHOOL areas of your database.This will be permanently stored in your unit. Storing new locations The user can store any point they wish into ROAD ANGEL, storing it under any of the 5 headings FIXED, MOBILE, BLACKSPOT, AVERAGE or SCHOOL.
  • Page 15 ROAD ANGEL Database and Updating Note: Blackspot Interactive Ltd. are constantly updating the central database of danger zones. You can be of great value to all ROAD ANGEL users by noting new information accurately and updating to our central database. All general information will be verified by Blackspot Interactive Ltd.

  • Page 16: System Requirements

    We recommend that you update your ROAD ANGEL on a regular basis, as safety camera locations are constantly changing.With new locations being added and old cameras being removed, the recommended update frequency is weekly. If you are a high mileage motorist, often on unfamiliar roads, you may wish to update your database more regularly.
  • Page 17 The windscreen mounting bracket can be used to mount under the ROAD ANGEL screen of a sport bike. ROAD ANGEL can be fitted to any bike with 12V Database & Updating electrics. An optional earpiece provides audible warnings inside your System helmet.

  • Page 18: Warranty

    Due to the high number of thefts from vehicles, we suggest that on leaving your vehicle you remove ROAD ANGEL with its bracket from view. Each ROAD ANGEL has a unique serial number on the base. Should your unit be stolen or lost, please contact Blackspot Interactive Ltd. to report the loss of your unit.The unit can then be disabled.
  • Page 19 ROAD ANGEL lights up but does not acquire satellites (stays at SEARCHING FOR SATELLITES) 1. Check that ROAD ANGEL has a clear view of the sky. ROAD ANGEL must have a clear view of the sky. 2. Is this the first time the unit is switched on? If yes, the unit will be carrying out a cold start that can take up to 45 minutes to acquire a good enough signal to lock on.
  • Page 20 ROAD ANGEL scrolls the message 'Alert Data Out Of Date' 1. The ROAD ANGEL has been used for 30 days and has yet to be updated for the first time.You will need to update ROAD ANGEL as soon as possible.

  • Page 21: Background Information

    Background Information GPS Output ROAD ANGEL can output NMEA data.This can be used to interface with Laptops and PDA’s running routing software. Please note we have tested on all popular systems but cannot guarantee the compatibility with all products. Speed cameras and blackspots The main danger zones are: Gatso –...
  • Page 22 Schools – Alerts the user that they are within the vicinity of a primary school. Blackspot Interactive Ltd. have made every effort to ensure that all the information contained in this manual is accurate and reliable. However, the information is subject to change without notice.

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