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ProGin N-380 User Manual

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N-380
SiRF star III
GPS GPRS ENTERTAINMNET

User Manual

ProGin
Technology Inc.
12F-1,No.5,Lane 7,De-an St.,Lingya District,
Kaohsiung 802,Taiwan
TEL：886-7-7278885
WEB：www.progin.com.tw
FAX：886-7-7214117
E-mail：info@progin.com.tw

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    N-380 SiRF star III GPS GPRS ENTERTAINMNET User Manual ProGin Technology Inc. 12F-1,No.5,Lane 7,De-an St.,Lingya District, Kaohsiung 802,Taiwan TEL：886-7-7278885 WEB：www.progin.com.tw FAX：886-7-7214117 E-mail：info@progin.com.tw...
  • Page 2 ● Never press the power button repeatedly or continuously. Otherwise, the unit could be damaged. ● Never expose the ProGin N-380 to strong sunlight or heat for extended periods of time. The acceptable operating environment of the ProGin N-380 is 0~70°C and 0~90% humidity. The acceptable storage environment is -10~80°C and 0~90% humidity.

  • Page 3: Getting Started

    N-380. You should comply with all local traffic regulations and drive as local road conditions require. When the ProGin N-380 is placed inside a car, it should be positioned in place by means of a car tripod. Avoid positioning the ProGin N-380 in the positions below: Driver’s line-of-sight...

  • Page 4: Assembly Components

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Assembly Components Description Displays menus, lists, photos, videos and more. 4.3″Touch Screen TFT LCD The screen is touch sensitive. Power Indicator light Indictes whether the unit is power on 1.2 Back Assembly Components Description Built-In Speaker...

  • Page 5: Ac/Dc Power Adapter Specifications

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 1.3 Right Assembly Components Description USB Interface Connects the N-380 to a PC and to recharge the battery Adjustment Knob Adjustment Knob Adjusts sound volume and backlight brightness Earphone Jack Earphone Jack Connects the unit to stereo headphones (3.5 mm)
  • Page 6 Used to expand the memory of the unit with an SD Card [See Note 2] SIM Card Slot Insert SIM card will perform GPRS functions [Note 2] The ProGin N-380 can support an SD card with a maximum capacity of 4GB Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...
  • Page 7 [Notice] ● Do not place anything other than an SD card in the SD Card Slot. ● When outside the N-380, the SD card should be repacked properly to avoid dust and humidity. 1.6 Bottom 2. Powering the ProGin N-380 2.1 Power On...
  • Page 8 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 To shut down the ProGin N-380, press the power button (1). The unit and power indicator light (2) will shut down immediately. 3. Accessories 3.1 USB Charger Adaptor (Optional) The USB Charger Adaptor is used to recharge the battery of the ProGin N-380. To use the adapter, insert the USB plug into the adapter.
  • Page 9 If the N-380 is turned on during charging, the Power Indicator Light will glow red. Once charging starts, leave the adapter connected until the Power Indicator Light glows green. This means that the battery is fully charged. If the N-380 is turned off during charging, the Power Indicator Light will Copyright© 1998-2008...
  • Page 10 2. A base plate(Optional) The suction cup mount will attach the N-380 to a surface. In case the desired mounting surface is not capable of holding the suction cup, the base plate (2) may be used to provide an appropriate mounting surface.
  • Page 11 Caution: Be sure to check the adhesiveness of the suction cup every time the mounting system is used. Aging and temperature fluctuation inside a car will eventually loosen the seal of the suction cup. A loose seal could allow the N-380 to fall. Copyright© 1998-2008...
  • Page 12 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Connecting the ProGin N-380 to a Computer 1．Using N-380 as Card Reader Device Under Windows XP version or higher there are no drivers required, all devices will be auto-detected including SD Card drive. 1.1 Connecting to a Computer via USB...

  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    Transferring Files with an SD Card For large files such as movies, it may be faster to transfer files to the N-380 by writing them directly from a computer to an SD card (not included). To do this, place the SD card into an SD card reader/writer (not included) and connect the reader/writer to the computer.
  • Page 14 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Many screens used in the N-380 have the same basic structure. Some of the items common to many N-380 screens are shown below: 1.2 Popup Menus Many of the functions of the ProGin N-380 have file-browsing capabilities. On a browsing screen, pressing the File Operation button (shown below) will bring up a popup menu listing all of the operations that can be performed on the file.

  • Page 15: Main Menu

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Popup menu File Operation button To confirm the operation, Press the Yes button Main Menu Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...
  • Page 16 Pressing this activates the movie browser, which allows Movie you to play videos stored on the N-380 Pressing this activates the music browser, which allows Music you to play audio files stored on the N-380 Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...
  • Page 17 N-380 Pressing this activates the eBook browser, which allows eBook you to read text files stored on the N-380 Pressing this activates the web browser for Internet connection, which allows you to use the mobile online Internet (optional) services.
  • Page 18 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 configuration and, in some cases, allows you to change it. Use the Next Page and Prev Page buttons to navigate between the two pages of the menu. All of the screens accessible from this menu are described in this section.
  • Page 19 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 3.1 Volume Use this to indicate whether Drag this slider a sound will be to adjust sound played when the volume touch screen is tapped. If the spot is green, then the sound will be played 3.2 Backlight...
  • Page 20 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 3.3 Date/Time Use the pull down menus to adjust time The green spot zone region, indicates the date and time daylight savings time function is 3.4 Memory Shows the portion of Shows the NAND flash...
  • Page 21 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 3.6 About Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...
  • Page 22 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 3.7 Navigation This option enables GPS navigation Press here to software to select the launch and executable file autorun at of the GPS system startup. navigation A green spot software indicates this installed. function is activated.

  • Page 23: Gps Info

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 3.9 Theme Changes the Changes the desktop theme of the background interface image (see below) Pressing “Desktop Background” button, the following screen appears. The background image can be replaced by any selectable, pre-installed images with display resolution of 480X272 pixels.

  • Page 24: System Update

    System Settings menu. 5］ Press the System Update button to begin the update. At this point, the N-380 will search the SD card for an update directory and, if one is found, the current firmware version and the version Copyright©...
  • Page 25 If there is no update module present on the SD card, or if the module was copied incorrectly, the N-380 will display the following error: If the update succeeds, the N-380 will display a confirmation message as shown below. Press the OK button to end the update procedure.
  • Page 26 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 4. GPS Navigation Function For safety, It is strongly recommend that never operate the GPS navigation system while driving. Make certain that the inserted SD card contains the appropriate navigation software and setup the destination ahead of time.
  • Page 27 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 5. Movie 5.1 Browser This indicates the place where the movie is stored, which can be either flash memory or an SD card This shows the name of a movie in memory If a red checkmark is present,...
  • Page 28 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Play/pause Go to next file Go to previous file Stop Enter Repeat all files fullscreen mode Press or drag slider to control play location Play/pause Return to normal viewing mode USE OF THIS PRODUCT IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL...
  • Page 29 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 6.1 Browser This indicates the place where the movie is stored, which can be either flash memory or an SD card This shows the name of a movie in memory If a red checkmark is present,...
  • Page 30 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 7.1 Browser This indicates the place where the movie is stored, which can be either flash memory or an SD card This shows the name of a movie in memory If a red checkmark is present,...

  • Page 31: Gprs Function

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 This indicates the place where the movie is stored, which can be either flash memory or an SD card This shows the name of a movie in memory If a red checkmark is present, then the movie is selected for Shows the current page display.
  • Page 32 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Correct direction of SIM card insert Press the Power button for 3 seconds until you see a flash in the screen and Loading begin. The machine is ON. 9.2 Check the GPRS Network status to ensure the GPRS function is enabled.

  • Page 33: Network Connection

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 9.3 Network Connection Click “Internet” at the main screen for network connection. Click here! 9.3.1 GPRS Setting The following screen will come out upon the “Internet” icon have been pressed. Please select appropriate “Region” and “Network” for GPRS connection.
  • Page 34 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 9.3.2 Connection in Process Connection in process indication 9.3.3 Connection Succeeded Indicator 9.4 Internet Click “Internet” for internet browsing: Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...
  • Page 35 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 INTERNET 9.4.1 Preset Groupings Preset grouping of Web sites for similar category. When groupings are over five categories, arrows to move backward and forward shall appear on the bottom of the screen for additional groupings display.

  • Page 36: Internet Browsing

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Click any link to enter! Blank site 9.4.2 Internet browsing Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...
  • Page 37 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Return to previous page Must click “GO” after displayed URL linkage have been entered Save the present site to favorite. Hidden Keyboard – click to open. Stop loading Network status 9.4.3 “Add Favorite” Folder Category selection...
  • Page 38 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 9.5 E-mail Click the “Mail Box” to activate the e-mail function. (GPRS network must be connected before the e-mail can be functioned; otherwise the system will go back to network connection process again.) E-mail 9.5.1 Mail send/receive interface 9.5.2 POP Settings...

  • Page 39: Receiving Emails

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Keyboard 9.5.3 Receiving E-Mails Return to send/receive interface after mail box set up. Receive mail Click the “Get Mail” to receive e-mail and double click to read the mail. 9.5.4 Sending E-Mails Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...
  • Page 40 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Open or close the Confirmation of keyboard mail sent List of copy of sent mails (from the device): List of sent mails 9.6 Self tracker Display the current location in GPS parameters (Latitude, Longitude and Altitude) and almanac data contains orbit information on all satellites, clock corrections, and atmospheric delay parameters.
  • Page 41 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Synchronizatio NEMA data logging Clock And monitoring Check GPS reception status (Satellite number must over 3 to be considered normal) 9.6.1 Self Tracker Setting Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...
  • Page 42 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 9.6.2 Self Tracker Setting Process 1. User first registers at 2. Self tracker setting www.gpsgate.com 3. LOGIN Web gps gate 3. LOGIN Check the present DEVICE location by PC When GPRS and GPS is set, location of the device will be uploaded to GPSM sever.
  • Page 43 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Open telephone book Write SMS message here Phone number 9.7.2 Receive SMS message Select “Get Msg” to receive message: Phone number of Contents of sender message Add the sender phone number into telephone book 9/7.3 Telephone Book Click “Tel Book”...

  • Page 44: Sms Center

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Name and telephone number 9.7.4 SMS Center Click “Center” to enter SMS Center: Set up the default SMS center number 10 Information Center Message can be sent from service server to the device in the form of word or voice message.

  • Page 45: Info Center

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 To fill in IP address Provided by Network Provider To input assigned Port number as open Connection Automatically reconnect a disconnected internet connection. A green spot indicates this function is activated INFO CENTER IP&PORT When it is active...
  • Page 46 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 10.1 Information Center Set up Process: Set up service server. Make sure the device is GPRS connected. Set up IP&PORT at the INFO CENTER. Click “INFO CENTER” to activate the function. Send simple message from the service SERVER.

  • Page 47: Bluetooth Settings

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Pressing this to activate Events log of Bluetooth-to- devices synchronization synchronizatio Phone function Bluetooth is active when settings synchronizatio n process is completed between Bluetooth and 11.1 Bluetooth Settings Enable Bluetooth-to- synchronization 11.2 Phone Dialing Copyright©...
  • Page 48 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Displays Return key phone number Numeric Keyboard Phone Dialing Calls Records Following displays phone dialing in progress: Displays Signal of phone phone number dialing Volume Numeric increase keyboard Volume decrease Phone hangup 11.3 Incoming/Outgoing Call Records...
  • Page 49 Bluetooth is Auto answer incoming calls Hidden keyboard Volume Overlays Pressing the adjustment knob will cause the appearance of an overlay that allows you to adjust the sound volume or backlight brightness of the ProGin N-380. Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...

  • Page 50: Gps Navigation

    GPS Navigation 1. Usage Instructions When you use the GPS function for the first time, the ProGin N-380 will prompt you to activate the Navigation software. For further instructions, refer to the manual provided by our navigation map Copyright© 1998-2008...

  • Page 51: Gps Issues

    After the software is activated, you may use it as described below. Press the GPS icon in the Main Menu of the ProGin N-380 to go to the menu of the navigation system. (Note that the exact look of the navigation system will depend on the map source you chose when activating the software.)

  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 electrical fields. Avoid the following areas, as they may lead to unreliable GPS operation. ● In a tunnel or basement ● In a parking garage ● Indoors ● Under a bridge ● In a dense forest Troubleshooting [Note] If the measures described in this section fail, contact our Service Center for assistance.

  • Page 53: Preventative Measures

    Ensure that the format of the e-Book file is supported by the opened. system. Preventative Measures Proper maintenance of the ProGin N-380 may extend its service life and reduce the risk of damage. Copyright© 1998-2008 ProGin...

  • Page 54: General Rules

    ProGin N-380, allow the unit to dry completely before using. ● Do not sit on the ProGin N-380. ● When you are traveling and not using the ProGin N-380, remove the SD card from its slot to prevent loss or damage.

  • Page 55: Energy Saving Tips

    1. Recharging This product is provided with power adapters with a minimum rated output of +5VDC/1.0A. Use only the power adapters that come with the ProGin N-380. Any other adapter might cause damage or injury. 2. Power Adapter Never use a power adapter in a humid environment. Never touch a power adapter when your hands Copyright©...
  • Page 56 Use only the recharging methods prescribed by this manual. Use only the lithium battery provided with the ProGin N-380. To avoid damage or injury, never disassemble, impale, impact or throw the battery or expose it to fire or water; otherwise the battery might break, explode or release harmful chemical substances.

  • Page 57: Technical Specifications

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Technical Specifications Processor 400MHZ ARM920T 32 bit RISC AMBA 4.3″TFT LCD; with LED background light; touchable screen， Display Image 480x272 pixel; 65k real color; QVGA User Interface Digital touchable screen External Memory Card External SD card slot; supports SD card with max capacity 4G SDRAM 64MB;...

  • Page 58: Included Accessories

    N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 Weight 170 g Included Accessories: 5V output USB power adapter DC automobile cigarette lighter adapter Suction Mounting Accessories USB cable Pair of earphones Installation CD (including manual and bundled software) Quick setup guide Pen/Stylus A face plate in black Copyright©...
  • Page 59 N-380 User Manual 08/18/2008 V1.0 PC Requirements The software included with the ProGin N-380 requires a computer with the following minimum specifications: ● Operating System: Microsoft Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP or later. ● At least 64MB memory and 250MB of available disk space.

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