Clifford Scout 355 Owner's Manual
Clifford Scout 355 Owner's Manual

Clifford Scout 355 Owner's Manual

3.5 inch portable navigation with mp3 player

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  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing our product. This user manual is designed to support convenient usage of the navigation system and safe driving. Please read the entire manual carefully before using the product. The contents of this manual may vary depending on the navigation software version. The user interface, functions and performance of the device and the contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    COMPONENTS ..........CUSTOMIZING USER PREFERENCES ........SCOUT 355(B) FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS ....SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND USER SUPPORT..FIRST THINGS FIRST......USING YOUR SCOUT 355 SAFELY ........SYSTEM TOUR ..........CLEANING THE SCOUT 355 ..........PERIPHERALS TOUR ........... TROUBLESHOOTING THE SCOUT 355 ......
  • Page 4: About Navigation System

    About Navigation System Directions before using this product Please read through this section for important safety tips before using this product. Usage directions Refrain from operating the device while the car is in motion. Please park the car at a safe Warning location before operating the device to minimize the danger of a traffic accident.
  • Page 5 About Navigation System Only use the cables provided with the device. Always make sure that the device power is off Caution before connecting any external cables. Connecting external cables with the device powered may cause damage to the device. Caution Never attemp to disassemble the device yourself.
  • Page 6 About Navigation System Caution Use only the cables provided with the product to ensure stable system operation. Caution This product must be used with 5V power only. Caution Do not install the product in a place with water, humidity, vapor, dust, oil, or smoke. Please remove the test jack that is installed in the safety terminal (check pages 6~7 for location), and connect the hand brake cable.
  • Page 7: Components

    About Navigation System Components ★ Specifications and design and contents are subject to change without notice. Suction Cup Mount Navigation System unit Stylus Pen Installation Disc Cigar Jack AC Adapter Quick Start Guide Map Disc Cradle Circular Disc Owner’s Guide Disc Components...
  • Page 8: Scout 355(B) Feature Highlights

    About Navigation System SCOUT 355(B) feature highlights Powerful system • Microsoft Windows CE .NET 4.2 operating system • Samsung S3C2410 266 MHz application processor • SiRF Star III GPS • High-density rechargeable 2200 mAh Lithium Ion battery Wide and accurate GPS coverage •...
  • Page 9: First Things First

    First things first This chapter describes the hardware interface of the SCOUT 355(B) and its peripherals. Instructions for setting up the device and some basic system operations are also discussed. System tour This section describes operation of the device hardware interface.
  • Page 10 Emits system sounds. N N o o t t e e : For more information on how to use your SCOUT 355(B) in navigation mode, refer to the Destinator OP Quick Start Guide or the Destinator OP User’s Guide (located in the Destinator OP CD).
  • Page 11 First things first Right and left panels Top and bottom views ⑬ ⑫ ⑭ ⑰ ⑱ ⑯ ⑮ N N o o . . I I c c o o n n C C o o m m p p o o n n e e n n t t D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n SD slot Accepts SD and MMC storage cards, allowing you to use audio,...
  • Page 12 First things first N N o o . . I I c c o o n n C C o o m m p p o o n n e e n n t t D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n A A s s a a p p o o w w e e r r b b u u t t t t o o n n : : Power button/ •...
  • Page 13: Peripherals Tour

    Setup the SCOUT 355(B) on a vehicle The SCOUT 355(B) comes with a car mount kit and a car charger with which you can set up the device on a vehicle. Choose a position for the car mount kit on the windshield using the suction cup, or on the dashboard using the self- adhesive power disc connector.
  • Page 14 T T o o s s e e t t u u p p t t h h e e d d e e v v i i c c e e o o n n a a v v e e h h i i c c l l e e : : This section shows how to install the car mount kit in a vehicle’s windshield using the suction cup. For dashboard installation procedures using the self-adhesive power disc connector refer to the SCOUT 355(B) Portable Navigator Starter Guide.
  • Page 15 Connect the car charger to the power connector on the cradle. f. Plug the other end of the car charger to your vehicle’s cigarette lighter. g. The power LED indicator lights up orange during charging. The hot keys backlight is also lit up. SCOUT 355(B) setup...
  • Page 16 ” section for instructions. Start up the SCOUT 355(B) After mounting the SCOUT 355(B) on a vehicle it is ready to be used. Turn it on to calibrate the screen. After screen calibration, proceed to system settings configuration. T T o o t t u u r r n n o o n n a a n n d d c c a a l l i i b b r r a a t t e e t t h h e e d d e e v v i i c c e e : : Turn on the device by pressing the power button on the top right panel of the device.
  • Page 17 T T o o c c o o n n f f i i g g u u r r e e s s y y s s t t e e m m s s e e t t t t i i n n g g s s : : If you intend to start using SCOUT 355(B) at once, we recommend configuring the language and date/time settings first.
  • Page 18 Y Y e e a a r r , , M M o o n n t t h h D D a a y y settings to set the date values. k. Tap to apply the changes made. SCOUT 355(B) setup...
  • Page 19 ”. Congratulations! Your new SCOUT 355(B) is now ready for use. Proceed to “S S C C O O U U T T 3 3 5 5 5 5 ( ( B B ) ) f f u u n n d d a a m m e e n n t t a a l l s s ”...
  • Page 20: Scout 355(B) Fundamentals

    Using the SD slot SCOUT 355(B) has an SD slot compatible with a range of SD storage card that you can use to back up or transfer files and data. Also, the SCOUT 355(B)’s GPS navigation system has its core on the Destinator OP program. Using this program requires that users load the digital maps available in the Destinator OP SD card included with the device.
  • Page 21 2. Gently remove the card from the slot. Recharging the SCOUT 355(B) SCOUT 355(B) uses a high-density rechargeable 2200 mAh Lithium Ion battery. The status icon located on the top right corner of the Main Menu panel indicates the level of the device’s battery power.
  • Page 22 SCOUT 355(B) fundamentals T T o o r r e e c c h h a a r r g g e e t t h h e e d d e e v v i i c c e e u u s s i i n n g g t t h h e e A A C C a a d d a a p p t t e e r r : : 1.
  • Page 23: Command Interface

    SCOUT 355(B) fundamentals Command interface Using the hot keys The hot keys on the SCOUT 355(B) allow users to: • + + / : Control the volume level of system sounds • : Control the magnification level of images • M M A A P P : Launch the Navigation panel •...
  • Page 24 Using the SCOUT 355(B) touch screen The SCOUT 355(B) touch sensitive screen allows for a more natural way of entering information into the device using fingers instead of a stylus - no more wasted time finding a lost stylus or fumbling with an awkwardly shaped one! In this Guide, the tap and hold-and-drag actions are done by: •...
  • Page 25: Mobile Phone-Scout 355B Only

    SCOUT 355(B) fundamentals There are five program icons on the Main Menu panel. • - Tap to launch MP3 for music mode operation. Go to “ M M u u l l t t i i m m e e d d i i a a m m o o d d e e ”...
  • Page 26 SCOUT 355(B) fundamentals • Once a phone has been paired with the SCOUT 355B unit, that phone will be registered with the unit, and subsequent uses should only require a connecting process. T T o o o o p p e e n n M M o o b b i i l l e e P P h h o o n n e e : : on the Main Menu panel.
  • Page 27 SCOUT 355(B) fundamentals 3. Press Connect. If your phone has already been paired with the unit and is registered, you can press the connect button from the main Mobile Phone initializing screen. 4. For some mobile phones, you may need to set your phone to connect to the ‘DVSK Headset’ device. Otherwise, a connection will be made automatically.
  • Page 28 SCOUT 355(B) fundamentals 3. Call a number located in the mobile phone phonebook. To use this feature, your Bluetooth capable phone must support Phonebook data content download. Press the ‘Phonebook’ button, and a window will display the phonebook list that has been downloaded from your mobile phone.
  • Page 29 SCOUT 355(B) fundamentals The status display can be refreshed by pressing the button. T T h h e e r r e e - - c c o o n n n n e e c c t t t t o o y y o o u u r r m m o o b b i i l l e e p p h h o o n n e e : : Press the button to discontinue the current connection and to re-connect to the paired mobile phone.
  • Page 30: Multimedia Mode

    Multimedia mode overview In addition to its navigating function, the SCOUT 355(B) is also a mobile entertainment device that lets you enjoy the digital music and image collection on the road. MP3 and Photo extend the device’s function to the multimedia scene.
  • Page 31 Multimedia mode Multimedia mode • Hot key function for volume control • Playlist support based on sub-directory contents Each sub-directory containing compatible music files is treated as an individual playlist. For a more organized file search, it is advisable to named sub-directories based on genre or listening preferences. To illustrate, a sub-directory containing music you listen to when traveling can be named “Journey favorites”;...
  • Page 32 Multimedia mode T T o o o o p p e e n n f f i i l l e e s s f f o o r r p p l l a a y y b b a a c c k k : : 1.
  • Page 33 Multimedia mode T T o o c c o o n n t t r r o o l l f f i i l l e e p p l l a a y y b b a a c c k k : : The icons in the playback pad let you control the playback mode.
  • Page 34 Multimedia mode T T o o r r e e a a r r r r a a n n g g e e t t h h e e p p l l a a y y b b a a c c k k s s e e q q u u e e n n c c e e : : Each directory containing supported music files is considered a playlist.
  • Page 35: Photo

    These days every mobile gaDestinator OPet seems to be equipped with a digital camera, better for capturing that spontaneous moment. With SCOUT 355(B) you can keep these images of your favorite moments as mobile as you are by using Photo. The program features: •...
  • Page 36 Multimedia mode Each sub-directory containing compatible image files is treated as an individual album. For a more organized file search, it is advisable to sort image files into sub-directories based on something, such as a particular event or a certain period. To illustrate, a sub-directory containing pictures from your daughter’s birthday can be named “Cassie’s 10th birthday”;...
  • Page 37 Multimedia mode Viewing files in Full Screen mode In Full Screen mode, image files can be viewed in a larger or smaller scale. You can also change its orientation angle. T T o o o o p p e e n n i i m m a a g g e e f f i i l l e e s s i i n n F F u u l l l l S S c c r r e e e e n n m m o o d d e e : : 1.
  • Page 38 Multimedia mode T T o o c c h h a a n n g g e e t t h h e e i i m m a a g g e e m m a a g g n n i i f f i i c c a a t t i i o o n n l l e e v v e e l l : : •...
  • Page 39: System Configuration

    System configuration Tap the touch screen or press the joystick to stop the slide show and return to the previous viewing mode. This chapter describes the ways you can customize the SCOUT 355(B) by setting user preferences. System settings overview You can adjust the settings of the device to suit the way.
  • Page 40: Customizing User Preferences

    System configuration Customizing user preferences Volume and FMT T T o o s s e e t t t t h h e e s s y y s s t t e e m m s s o o u u n n d d s s v v o o l l u u m m e e l l e e v v e e l l : : 1.
  • Page 41 System configuration Power T T o o e e n n a a b b l l e e t t h h e e h h o o t t k k e e y y s s b b a a c c k k l l i i g g h h t t : : 1.
  • Page 42 System configuration Tap Backlight T T o o s s e e t t t t h h e e s s c c r r e e e e n n b b a a c c k k l l i i g g h h t t l l e e v v e e l l : : 1.
  • Page 43 ” section for instructions on how to set the system date and time. Language The SCOUT 355(B)’s user interface supports five pre-loaded languages: International English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. Additional language support is provided in navigation mode (i.e., when using Destinator Destinator OP).
  • Page 44 System configuration “T T o o c c o o n n f f i i g g u u r r e e s s y y s s t t e e m m s s e e t t t t i i n n g g s s Go to step 2 of the ”...
  • Page 45: System Maintenance And User Support

    • An air bag inflates with great force. DO NOT mount the device in the area over the air bag or in the air bag deployment area. • Although reasonable attempt has been made to ensure that the database in your SCOUT 355(B) is accurate, such information may change from time to time. The SCOUT 355(B) database does not include any of the following:...
  • Page 46 • Some newer vehicle models may have a heat reflective shield embedded in the windshield. This may in some cases obstruct the GPS signal reception. If you encounter this problem in the vehicle, you need to purchase an external GPS antenna. Using your SCOUT 355(B) safely...
  • Page 47: Cleaning The Scout

    • The dip in humidity and temperature at night may loosen the adhesion of the suction cup. For this reason, as well as for security, it is recommended that you remove both the car mount kit and the SCOUT 355(B) when leaving your vehicle overnight.
  • Page 48: Troubleshooting The Scout

    S S y y s s t t e e m m I I n n f f o o screen. 4. Tap the center of the black cross as it moves around the screen. 5. Tap screen to apply the changes made. Troubleshooting the SCOUT 355(B)
  • Page 49 System maintenance and user support Resetting the SCOUT 355(B) You may have to perform a reset if the device freezes (i.e., device no longer responds to the buttons on the screen). A soft reset allows your device to get a fresh start, similar to rebooting a computer. This will restart your device and adjust memory allocation.
  • Page 50 3. Tap Factory Reset on the S S y y s s t t e e m m Info screen. 4. Tap Yes on the dialog box. 5. After the factory reset, reconfigure your device’s user preferences. Troubleshooting the SCOUT 355(B)
  • Page 51 System maintenance and user support Resetting the GPS function In the following circumstances, the TTFF (Time To Fix First) values of your SCOUT 355(B) may be longer than usual. • After a long period of inactivity • If the current GPS fix position is more than 500 km, or more than apart 12 hours apart, from the previous position This is due to the nature of the GPS algorithm and rotational velocitybetween the satellites and planet Earth, and is deemed normal.
  • Page 52: Faqs

    System maintenance and user support FAQs This section lists frequently-asked questions that may arise during the use of your SCOUT 355(B), and gives easy answers and solutions to these questions. A A s s p p e e c c t t...
  • Page 53 GPS fix. This is due to the nature of the GPS algorithm and rotational velocity between the satellites and planet Earth, and deemed normal and is not the fault of your SCOUT 355(B) device. How do I acquire a GPS fix within Perform a GPS reset. Go to the “R R e e s s e e t t t t i i n n g g t t h h e e G G P P S S...
  • Page 54: Customer Support

    Customer support Technical assistance If you encounter a problem with your SCOUT 355(B), review the following first: • “T T r r o o u u b b l l e e s s h h o o o o t t i i n n g g y y o o u u r r S S C C O O U U T T 3 3 5 5 5 5 ( ( B B ) ) ”...
  • Page 55: System Specifications

    System specifications This chapter lists the features and operating specifications of the SCOUT 355(B). Hardware features A A s s p p e e c c t t D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n...
  • Page 56: Gps Specifications

    System specifications A A s s p p e e c c t t D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n Connectivity • SD slot •...
  • Page 57: Software Specifications

    System specifications I I t t e e m m D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n TTFF (Time To Fix First, typical) • Reacquisition: 1 sec. First, typical) •...
  • Page 58: Design And Ergonomics

    Compact and lightweight • Weight: 300 g (10.6 oz) User-friendly interface • SCOUT 355(B) o Hot keys with dynamic backlight feature o Quick launch hot keys for Main Menu and Navigation panels o Control hot keys for volume and image magnification levels...
  • Page 59 System specifications A A s s p p e e c c t t D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n • Auto-off function for touch screen backlight Power-saving options •...
  • Page 60: Environmental Specifications

    System specifications Environmental specifications A A s s p p e e c c t t D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n 0° to 45° Temperature Operating -10°...
  • Page 61 U.S.A. U.S.FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT INFORMATION TO THE USER N N O O T T E E : 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.
  • Page 62 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY C C O O M M P P A A N N Y Y N N A A M M E E DVS KOREA 497-3, Sangha-dong, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea Declare under our sole responsibility that the product : Kind of equipment : Navigation System Type-Designation : to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative document(s)
  • Page 63 FCC Information This device compiles with Part 15 of the FCC Results. Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) This Device may not cause harmful interface, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note : This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for CLASS B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules.
  • Page 65 Please write your purchase date below, and save your sales receipt. Both are needed for warranty repairs and customer service.

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