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Polaroid MGX-0560 Operation Manual

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Portable GPS with Built-in DVD Player
MGX-0560
Operation Manual
20060624

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  • Page 1 Portable GPS with Built-in DVD Player MGX-0560 Operation Manual 20060624...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    Important safety instructions CAUTION: to reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover. No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. ELECTROCUTION HAZARD: The lightning flash with an arrowhead symbol inside of an equilateral triangle alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the case that may be strong enough to be a risk of electrocution.
  • Page 3 The region code of this system is 1. IMPORTANT Polaroid is not responsible for any damage caused by substitutions and modifications of the product that were done without authorization from Polaroid or an authorized service center. ADDITIONAL WARNINGS Read, follow, and keep these instructions, and heed all warnings.
  • Page 4 Use only attachments and accessories specified by Polaroid. Use only with the bracket or mounting hardware specified by Polaroid or sold with the system. Unplug the system during lightning storms or when unused for a long time.

  • Page 5: Caring For Discs

    Caring for discs Holding discs When handling discs, always hold them by their outside or inside edges. Cleaning Dirt and fingerprints on the disc may affect the quality of disc playback. Use a soft, clean cloth to wipe discs clean. If necessary to remove heavy dirt or fingerprints, moisten the cloth with diluted, neutral detergent.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Important safety instructions ...1 Caring for discs...4 Contents...5 Features ...7 Package contents ...8 Overview ...10 Right ...11 Back ...12 Remote control...13 Setting up the system...16 Installing the remote control battery...16 Connecting power...17 Installing the system in your car ...21 Connecting external audio and video ...22 Using the FM transmitter...25 Changing system settings ...26...
  • Page 7 Playing audio CDs... Playing CDs... 58 Viewing a photo CD ... 60 Troubleshooting ... 62 Specifications ... 64 Glossary ... 66 Copyright ... 68...

  • Page 8: Features

    Features GPS navigation Supports address destination, waypoints, route suggestions, and Favorites. Audio prompts to help you keep your eyes on the road while providing helpful navigation cues. Pre-loaded maps of North America Keep track of up to 50 routes. Accurate to within about 11 yards (10 meters). Includes internal compass and internal antenna.

  • Page 9: Package Contents

    Other special features High resolution: MPEG-2 decoding format achieves more than 500 lines of horizontal resolution. Power adapter switch: Automatically adapts to voltage requirements in U.S and other countries. SD Card and USB Input: designed with SD card and USB ports, can be connected to SD card or other USB device for map updates.
  • Page 10 Mounting cradle Windshield mount bracket Dashboard mount disk Carrying case Note: Accessories are subject to change without prior notice.

  • Page 11: Overview

    Overview Speakers LCD touch screen Mode button Press to change between DVD, AV In, or GPS mode. BACK button In GPS mode, press to return to the previous menu. Control knob In GPS mode, use to zoom in or zoom out the map and change selections within menus.

  • Page 12: Right

    DC 12V input jack Connect to the power adapter or cord. AV OUT jack Connect to an external AV device for audio and video output. AV IN jack Connect to an external AV signal source for audio and video input. Headphone jack Used to connect headphones for private listening.

  • Page 13: Back

    Back PUSH button Press to open the LCD screen. Power indicator POWER switch Slide to turn power on or off. Bottom Rechargeable battery contacts For connecting the rechargeable battery pack. Do not touch the contacts.

  • Page 14: Remote Control

    Remote control For best results, aim the remote control directly at the front of the GPS within about 15 feet, within a 60-degree arc, and with no obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor. Not used in GPS mode. For more information, see “Playing DVDs”...
  • Page 15 PWR button Press to access standby mode or playback mode. INFO button Press to display the detailed information of the disc during playback. Press this button again to close the information window. TITLE button Press to display the title menu (if it exists). Direction buttons Press to select options.
  • Page 16 STOP button Press to stop playback, then press PLAY to resume playback. Press twice to stop playback completely and return you to the main DVD menu. PLAY button Press to begin play. GOTO button Press to select a starting time, track, or title. +10 button Press this button and additional number buttons to enter values greater than 9.

  • Page 17: Setting Up The System

    Setting up the system Installing the remote control battery Pull the battery holder out of the remote control in the direction of the arrow. Load a new battery with the (+) side up. Slide the battery holder back into the remote control. Caution Improper use of the battery may cause overheating, leakage, explosion, or ignition, which can result in an injury or fire.

  • Page 18: Connecting Power

    Connecting power Using the AC power adapter The GPS has an AC adapter included for powering the GPS and charging the battery. Connect the AC adapter to the right side of the GPS in the jack marked DC 12V IN. Plug the two-prong end of the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
  • Page 19 Using the DC power cord The GPS has a DC power cord (car adapter) for powering the GPS while in a vehicle. Connect the car adapter (DC power cord) to the right side of the GPS in the jack marked DC 12V IN. Plug the other end into the vehicle’s 12V accessory/cigarette lighter socket Using the rechargeable battery...

  • Page 20: Attaching The Battery

    Do not open the battery. When charging the battery pack, the charge light turns red. When charging is complete, the light turns green. Detach the battery when it is not in use. When the battery is weak, the battery low icon LCD screen.

  • Page 21: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery The battery must be attached to the GPS to be recharged. Attach the battery to the GPS. Plug the supplied AC power adapter or DC power cord into the GPS’s “DC 12V IN” power jack (on the right side of the GPS). Plug the other end of the power cord into a household outlet (for the AC power adapter) or a car cigarette lighter (for the DC cord) as shown below:...

  • Page 22: Installing The System In Your Car

    California Drivers: California Vehicle Code Section 26708(a) provides that drivers in California should not use suction mounts on their windshield or side or rear windows. Polaroid recommends using the dash mount with included adhesive disk.

  • Page 23: Connecting External Audio And Video

    Connecting external audio and video Always make sure that the GPS, TV, and any other electrical equipment to be connected are turned off and unplugged from the power supply. Make sure that you observe the color coding when connecting audio and video cables.
  • Page 24 Connecting to an amplifier See your audio equipment’s documentation for connecting the GPS. Connect your GPS as shown in the diagram below.
  • Page 25 Connecting to an external video source You can connect this GPS to an AV signal source such as a video cassette player, video camera, or video game. Connect the audio/video cable to the GPS AV In jack and to the external AV signal source.

  • Page 26: Using The Fm Transmitter

    Connecting to headphones Connect the headphones to the headphone jack on the right side of the GPS for private listening. When headphones are connected, the speakers automatically turn off. Using the FM transmitter You can transmit your system’s audio over an FM radio frequency, so you can listen to its audio in stereo over any nearby FM radio.

  • Page 27: Changing System Settings

    Changing system settings Press the SETUP button on the GPS. The screen will display a menu, as shown below: In the menu, tap one of the five submenus: to adjust brightness. Tap + or - . Use the rotating dial to make adjusts to brightness or contrast. to adjust the contrast.

  • Page 28: Navigating With Gps

    Navigating with GPS Your GPS system is a convenient way to navigate to a location, determine your current location, and plan a travel route. Getting ready for GPS navigation Connect the system to power. Rotate the built-in GPS antenna (on the underside of the system) out until it’s horizontal.

  • Page 29: Understanding The Map Icons

    Understanding the map icons Icon Meaning Indicates Car mode. It shows your current location or your last known GPS location (when there is no valid GPS information at the current time) while in Navigation Mode. The icon becomes elongated at higher speeds and wider at lower speeds. Indicates Pedestrian mode.

  • Page 30: Moving The Map

    Moving the Map You can drag the map to see other locations nearby. Simply touch the map firmly and drag your finger while maintaining the touch. You can do this repeatedly to see other areas. You can also combine this with the zoom buttons (+ and _-) on the map, or the zoom knob, to see other locations.

  • Page 31: Using The Main Menu

    Using the Main Menu Tap Menu on the map to enter the main menu. The main map menu opens. Tap Go To Address to enter an address and create a route to an address. Tap My Favorites, Recent Locations, or Gas, Food, Lodging, etc. to select a destination from a list.

  • Page 32: Using The Front Knob Control

    Using the front knob control The knob on the front of your GPS can perform several functions, depending on the active GPS mode. GPS mode Knob function Zoom the map in (rotate clockwise) and out (rotate counter-clockwise). Menu Scroll through lists and menus. Navigation Mode –...
  • Page 33 Tap Enter to select the city and open the Street screen, then enter names the same way you did in the previous steps. Tip: Enter the name of the street only (for example, “Oak”), without a N, S, E, or W direction, and without the road type (avenue, street, way, etc.).
  • Page 34 Setting search order for entering addresses To change the order in which address information is entered, tap the Search By button after you have entered a state. The Search By screen opens. Tap City-Street to search for an address by entering in the sequence of city, street, then the number.
  • Page 35 In the driving list, tap Route to see the route overview. The overview shows information about the current route, including the distance, the time to travel, and the destination address. icon represents the route origin and the the destination. You can see a specific turn by tapping the turn in the turn-by-turn menu, then tapping Turn.

  • Page 36: Navigating To Location On The Map

    Navigating to a location on the map You can navigate to any point on the map by tapping its location directly on the map screen. This feature is especially convenient when you want to navigate to a specific point you see on the map, but you don’t have its street address. To navigate to a point on the map: Scroll or drag the map to a specific point, and then tap the desired location.
  • Page 37 To navigate to a POI: Tap Gas, Food, Lodging, Etc. on the main menu. Tap the category you want to find a location for. For example, select Food. You will then see several food categories that you can use to narrow down your choice, or you can choose from all food locations.

  • Page 38: Navigating To A Recent Location

    The selected POI category can be shown or hidden in the map by tapping the Show Symbol on Map or Hide Symbol on Map button. Tap Done to save your selection. The item list of the selected POI category in the defined searching area is displayed with detailed addresses and phone numbers.
  • Page 39 To navigate to a recent location: Tap Recent Locations on the main menu. Tap a location, then tap Show or Enter to see this location in the map view. To navigate to the location, tap Go. You can also tap Actions for more options about the location. In the Actions menu, you can set the location as the origin, add it to your Favorites, delete it, display detailed information about it, or clear the item from the Recent Locations list.

  • Page 40: Using Favorites

    Using Favorites Saving a Favorite When selecting a Destination which you may use regularly, you can save it to your personalized Favorites list. Method one: On the map, tap any point in the map screen. A context menu appears. Tap Add To My Favorites. The Favorites editing menu opens. In the Favorites editing menu, use the on-screen keyboard to type the name for the Favorite.
  • Page 41 Method two: Select a POI Category (and Subcategory if it applies) and tap a POI, then tap Actions. The Actions menu opens. Tap Add to My Favorites. In the Favorites editing menu, use the on-screen keyboard to type the name for the Favorite and select the Favorite group to add it to. Tap Save to save your Favorite.

  • Page 42: Navigating To A Favorite

    Navigating to a Favorite You can select a destination from your list of stored Favorites. A Favorite is an address or destination previously stored by you for quick and easy retrieval. You can also save, edit, or delete destinations from this folder. To navigate to a Favorite: In the main menu, tap My Favorites to view the list of Favorites groups.

  • Page 43: Map Options

    Map options You can customize your map view with several route and map options. In the main menu, tap Map Options. The map options menu opens. The Map Options menu provides choices for display mode, avoiding roads, displaying your driving directions, a route overview, playing and recording a route.

  • Page 44: Avoid Roads

    Day and night modes In the Map Options menu, tap Day Mode or Night Mode to choose between the two color schemes for viewing maps. Day mode is the brightest display, and uses white and yellow. Night Mode is the darkest display, but shows streets and landmarks in bright colors, which is best for nighttime navigation.

  • Page 45: Free Map Browsing

    Tap Next to list all the roads in a highlighted group. To specify restrictions for a particular road, highlight it and tap Allow or Avoid. To preview a highlighted road on the map screen, tap Actions and select Show on the map. In the Actions menu, you can also add a new road or edit an existing road.

  • Page 46: Settings

    Route overview In the main navigation screen, tap Menu, Map Options, then tap Route Overview. The complete route (a blue solid line) is shown in the map screen. This item is only active when you have a navigation route set. Settings You can easily change the default settings of maps, views, and route parameters to suit your personal preferences.
  • Page 47 Changing map and route settings The Map/Route Settings menu allows you to change the settings that determine the map orientation, U turn usage, system units automatic zoom and large labels. In the Settings menu, tap Map/Route Settings. The Map/Route Settings menu opens. Route Select Fastest or Shortest for your desired route.

  • Page 48: Setting Your Home Location

    Setting your home location In the Settings menu, tap Set Home Location to enter the Set Home Location screen. To define your home location, you can enter an address or the nearest POI. For example, you can enter your home address here for quick navigation.

  • Page 49: Selecting A Map

    Unreliable GPS Warns that you are in an area of low GPS Signal signal. GPS Not Found Alerts you if the GPS signal has not yet been found or is lost. Drive Carefully Friendly reminder at the start of each journey.

  • Page 50: Multistop Planner

    In the list of installed maps, tap the map you want, then tap Select to load the new map. Setting travel modes Tap More in the Settings menu, the screen will display as below: In the menu, tap Pedestrian Mode or Vehicle Mode. In Pedestrian Mode, the navigation radius is restricted to 6 miles (10 kilometers) and some functions are not available, such as Turn by Turn, Avoid Roads, and Route overview.
  • Page 51 The scroll list shows the list of existing trips. If this is the first time you are using Multistop Planner, you will need to create a Multistop route to store your trip details. You can use any name. For example, you can enter My trip plan.

  • Page 52: Favorites Alerts

    When you’re done adding stops, tap Show or Next to see the Multistop plan overview in the map. No route is calculated yet. Note: In this procedure, the in the plan list, not a destination. Tap Go to navigate from the origin to the plan.

  • Page 53: Calibrating The Touch Screen

    Note: The 1st Alert distance must be greater than the 2nd Alert distance. To display the map position of items in the Auto Alerts category, tap Show Symbol on Map. To hide the map position, tap Hide Symbol on Map. Tap Done to save your settings.

  • Page 54: Playing Dvds

    Playing DVDs Read the following instructions carefully before using the GPS with DVD player for the first time. For information on caring for your DVDs, see “Caring for discs” on page 4. WARNING: Do not play poor-quality discs to avoid damaging the lens. Playing a DVD Note: The player will not play DVDs while it’s mounted in the car mount cradle.
  • Page 55 PLAY button Press to start playing, or press 0-9 buttons to select a title and chapter directly. PAUSE button Press once to pause during playback, then press it again for frame-by-frame playback. Press PLAY to resume normal playback. STOP button Press once to stop playing, then press PLAY to resume normal playback from the point where playback stopped.

  • Page 56: Using On-Screen Buttons

    SUBT button Press to select a subtitle language or to turn the subtitle off. A DVD can have up to 32 subtitles. Each time you press the SUBT button, the next available subtitle is selected. REP button Press REP to repeat a Chapter, Title, or cancel the repeat sequence.
  • Page 57 To set up your DVD system: While the player is in DVD mode, press the SETUP button on the remote control. The SYSTEM SETUP menu opens. Press (direction buttons) to select a submenu that you want to set up, then press to enter that submenu.

  • Page 58: Language Setup

    Digital Setup While the player is in DVD mode, press the SETUP button on the remote control to open the SYSTEM SETUP menu, then press open the DIGITAL SETUP menu. Press (direction buttons) to select a submenu that you want to set up, then press to enter that submenu.

  • Page 59: Playing Audio Cds

    Playing audio CDs When a CD disc is loaded, the player will play it automatically by the default sequence of the disc. You can use track to play. For information on caring for your CDs, see “Caring for discs” on page 4. Playing CDs Connect the player to a power supply using the AC adapter or the DC power cord.
  • Page 60 Play button Press to play the CD. Pause button During playback, press PAUSE to pause the playback, then press PLAY to resume playback. buttons Press to fast forward. Press it again to fast forward at speeds of 2X, 4X, 8X, 20X, and normal. Press to fast reverse.

  • Page 61: Viewing A Photo Cd

    Viewing a photo CD For information on caring for your CDs, see “Caring for discs” on page 4. Viewing photos on a CD Load the photo CD in the disc tray. The player searches for photos automatically, and the screen displays the root (lowest) folder with several subfolders.
  • Page 62 ZOOM Press the ZOOM button to zoom in or zoom out the photo. GOTO Press GOTO button to select the desired folder or picture. Press 0-9 buttons to select your favorite folder or picture directly. Press to rotate the photo clockwise, and press the photo counter-clockwise.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting STOP! If you have any problems with this GPS, do not return to the retailer. Follow the troubleshooting steps below. If you think something may be wrong with the system: Immediately turn off the power. Disconnect the power, remove the battery, and make sure that there is no smoke nor extreme heat.
  • Page 64 The player has The disc is dirty or warped. poor AV performance. The remote control Some obstructions are doesn’t work between the remote control and the player. The remote control isn’t pointed at the player. The batteries of the remote control aren’t inserted correctly.

  • Page 65: Specifications

    Specifications TFT screen size Laser wavelength Video system Frequency response Audio signal-to-noise rate Audio distortion+noise Channel separation Dynamic range Analog Audio Audio out Video out Video Out Power Power consumption Dimensions Weight Type: CR2025 3V Remote control Battery life: About 1 year under normal use at room battery temperature Compatible disc...
  • Page 66 Compatible disc formats DISC LOGO JPEG Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. © 1992 -1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved. PLAYBACK TIME/ DIAMETER PLAYABLE SIDES...

  • Page 67: Glossary

    Glossary Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. Soundtracks encoded in Dolby Digital can reproduce from one to 5.1 discrete channels of excellent quality audio. Estimated Time of Arrival. The estimate time to complete the journey, excluding any detours, stops, or delays along the route.
  • Page 68 Pan & Scan screen This refers to a screen on which the playback picture of wide-screen DVDs is cut off at the left and right sides. Point Of Interest. A place or item of interest along the selected route. Satellite. See also GPS. A man-made object or device that orbits the Earth, such as a GPS satellite that orbits the earth in a fixed pattern, height, and speed.

  • Page 69: Copyright

    Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. "Polaroid" and “Polaroid and Pixel”, and Polaroid Simplicity” are trademarks of Polaroid Corporation, Waltham, MA, USA. For service, support and warranty information, visit...

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