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- Page 1 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 WGPX-545 & WGPX-550 Hardware User Manual Turn-by-Turn GPS Receiver Note Contents of this manual and product specifications can change without notice. Rev 3...
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Page 2: Introduction
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Introduction If you have any questions concerning the operation of this Whistler product please call: Whistler Customer Service 1-800-531-0004 Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm CT or visit www.whistlergroup.com... - Page 3 There is no better way to experience what’s near you or how to get there than by using a Whistler WGPX series GPS. Both the WGPX and wMap Mapping software were designed for ease of use to make your purchase and experience a pleasant one.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Table of Contents Contents Introduction ......................2-3 Safety Information....................5 Software ....................... 6 FCC ........................7 Components......................8 Features ......................9-11 Front View ..........................9 Rear View ..........................10 Left View ..........................10 Top View .......................... -
Page 5: Safety Information
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Safety Information Important Safety Information WARNING: It is the user’s responsibility to use this product prudently and maintain safe-driving practices at all times. This GPS should be used only by someone able to clearly understand the instructions and able to operate the controls. -
Page 6: Software
Whenever maps are digitized, there is still a possibility that some inaccurate or incomplete data can be found. It is because of these inaccuracies that the WGPX-545/550 is a travel aid and is not intended for precise measurement in navigation or aircraft use. -
Page 7: Fcc
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Changes and modifications not expressly approved by the Whistler Group, Inc., may void the warranty. Repairs should be made only by an authorized Whistler Repair Center. -
Page 8: Components
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Components Packaging : WGPX Unit USB/Power Cable Note: Actual Windshield Mount SD Memory Card accessory appearances may Interface Bracket* Battery differ from the drawings pictured. Mounting Cradle DC Power Cord Quick Guide * May not be included. -
Page 9: Features
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Features Front View Charge Indicator Displays the battery charging status Red = Charging; Green = Charged Find-Target Press to quickly enter the destination window Hotkey Zoom Out Button Zooms out of the map/picture view... -
Page 10: Rear View
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Features Rear View Retractable Flip Receives satellite signals– flip up 90 up Antenna degrees to use External For connection of an external antenna - Antenna (MMCX type) Connector Cradle Quickly secures the unit to the cradle... -
Page 11: Top View
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Features Top View Reset System reset button – press to reset Volume Control Adjusts the volume level Bottom View USB/Power Dual function port for USB connector and Connection Port charger Right View... -
Page 12: Battery Installation And Charging
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Battery Installation and Charging Battery Installation Follow these procedures to install the rechargeable battery: 1. Open the battery compartment cover by following the steps in Figure 11A. 2. Insert the battery (remove battery from bag) while observing correct polarity (+) and (-), as shown in Figure 11B. -
Page 13: Charging The Battery-In Home
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Battery Installation and Charging Charging the Battery - In Home (Continued) When charging starts, the charging indicator light will be red. Please wait for the charging to complete (this might take several hours). The indicator light will be green when charging is complete. -
Page 14: Secure Digital (Sd) Card Information
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Secure Digital Card (SD) Info. Secure Digital (SD) Card The unit is equipped with a SD memory card slot. Purchasing SD (Secure Digital) cards will expand the memory capacity. Inserting the SD card: Insert the memory card as shown below: With the metal contacts of the memory card facing back, insert the card into the slot on the left side of the unit (as shown below). -
Page 15: Installation
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Installation Assembling the Windshield Bracket The included windshield bracket set can be securely placed on the front windshield. This device will effectively secure the GPS unit to the vehicle’s windshield. Note: Not recommended for motorcycle use with supplied bracket. -
Page 16: Power Connection
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Installation and 12 Volt Power Assembling the Windshield Bracket—Continued 5. Finally, insert the GPS unit onto the cradle as shown below. Flip antenna up Important notes: When using the windshield bracket, do not install in a location that will block the view of the driver. -
Page 17: Operation
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation First Time Use The unit has a protective plastic layer over the display screen. Remove this layer before use. Startup Press and hold the power button for about two seconds to turn on the power. A warning page is displayed followed by the unit’s main menu which consists of four functions: GPS, Music, Photo,... -
Page 18: Using The Function Buttons
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Using the Function Buttons Control the main functions with the buttons on the right hand side. Find-Destination Fast forward to the destination window. This Hotkey window provides 6 location searches enabling quick setting of destinations. -
Page 19: Using The Stylus
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Using the Stylus The stylus is an optional tool instead of using a finger to tap the screen for operating this unit. Use the stylus to select icons/items on the screen or scroll around the map. The stylus is concealed in the pen slot on the back;... -
Page 20: Time
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued System Settings - Time Time adjustment 1. Select either 12 or 24 hour clock setting (12 hr default) format. 2. Select from the “Hour” pull down menu and choose the correct number. -
Page 21: Warning Message
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued System Settings - Warning Message Select “Warning Voice” On or Off to change whether the startup message is to be broadcast when the unit is first turned on or when the battery is placed into the unit. -
Page 22: Backlight Settings
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued System Settings - Align Screen 1. Use the stylus and touch the cross at the center of the screen once. 2. Touch the cross in the second position once. - Page 23 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued System Settings - Backlight Settings Tap either the (+) light or the (-) light Move the bar to icons to adjust adjust brightness brightness Figure 23A Make the following selections from the pull down menus.
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Page 24: Help
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued System Settings - Help Select “Help” to enter the help window. Tap here to open the Help screen The screen display will show instructions for operation of the MP3 music playback and image browsing programs. -
Page 25: Music
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued Music This unit has an MP3 Music Playback function that is capable of playing MP3 files stored on SD memory cards. To play music, the audio files must first be converted into MP3 file format, then saved onto the SD card. -
Page 26: Create Custom Playlist
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued Starting music playback Refer to the illustration below for function of the different buttons in the music playback window: Previous Exit Play/Pause To Song Increase Volume Selection Window... -
Page 27: Photo Viewer
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued Photo Viewer The system has a photo viewer function capable of displaying JPG images/photographs stored on SD memory cards. 1. Insert the SD memory card with stored image files into the SD memory card slot on the unit. - Page 28 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation Main Menu Items—Continued Photo Viewer Photo image selected Expand/Shrink Button 5. Double tap the image/photograph file to be displayed. 6. Tap the expand/shrink button to expand or shrink the viewed image (1x, 2x, 4x, 8x).
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Page 29: System Reset
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Operation System Reset In only three circumstances will it be required to reboot or reset the system. Reset the unit if any of the following situations occur: Heavy lag experienced with screen refresh or operations, resulting in an inoperable system. -
Page 30: Care, Maintenance And Storage
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Care, Maintenance and Storage Normal Care and Maintenance To ensure the unit’s normal operation and extended life span, please note the following while using and storing: Keep dry This product is not waterproof. If it comes into contact with water spray or is submerged, it will seriously damage the components, resulting in irreversible damage and void the warranty. -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Troubleshooting Quick Troubleshooting Power Cannot startup or 1) Insufficient battery charge, please connect will power up but to the power cord and restart system. turn itself off 2) Make sure that the battery is properly installed. -
Page 32: Warranty Information
Warranty Information Consumer Warranty This Whistler GPS unit is warranted to the original purchaser for a period of one year from date of original purchase against all defects in materials and workmanship. If the unit is replaced, it is still warranted ONLY from the date of original purchase, not 1 year from the date of replacement. - Page 33 $160.00 (U.S.). Payment may also be made by MasterCard, VISA or American Express; personal checks are not accepted. In the event repairs cannot be covered by the minimum service fee, you will be contacted by a Whistler technical service specialist who will outline options available to you.
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Page 34: Specifications
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Specifications Specifications Integrated GPS Receiver 20 parallel channels ‧Reacquisition : 0.1 sec. Acquisition Time ‧Hot start : 1 sec. ‧Warm start : 35 sec. ‧Cold start : 42 sec. Accuracy Position: 10 m. for 90% Velocity: 0.1 m/s... -
Page 35: Accessories
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Whistler WGPX-545/550 Accessories These and other accessories can be ordered directly from Whistler by calling Customer Service at (800) 531-0004 or visiting our online store at www.whistlergroup.com. WGPX Accessories Item Price 500560 12 Volt Power Cord $15.95...
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