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  • Page 30 ™ user guide www.dash.net...
  • Page 31 A solid red light indicates the device is muted. When the device resumes/suspends the red light blinks. power The Dash Express will power on/off automatically. Use the power button ( ) if your car has an “always on” 12v outlet.

  • Page 32: Table Of Contents

    1 Welcome 2d map screen overview Meet your Dash Express About the Dash Express, 2 Your Dash Express screen has many features. Here’s a brief introduction: 3 Getting Started Before you begin, 3 Ready, set, go—in three easy steps, 3...
  • Page 33 Dash Express Dash. Drive in the smart lane. Dash Express, the first 2-way, Internet connected GPS, is packed with features that help you drive smarter: TruTraffic ™ with the Dash Driver Network ™ Select your route based on the most current and accurate traffic data that is automatically and anonymously exchanged via other Dash devices on the road.

  • Page 34: Getting Started

    Installation Guide. and warning notice. Start up screen sky. It takes a few minutes the first time you turn on the Dash Express for it to receive information from GPS satellites—longer if the car is moving. tip >...

  • Page 35: Step 1: Pick A Destination

    (such as “sushi,” “library,” “hotel,” etc.). search (not connected) When the Dash Express is not connected to the Internet, browse destinations in the internal places-to-go database. choose a destination The first time you use your Dash Express you’ll probably type an address—but please, not while driving! Later, you can pick...

  • Page 36: Step 2: Pick A Route

    (See page 13 for more about address cards.) When you’re ready to go, touch routes. Pick a route When you touch routes, the Dash Express displays a 2d map with an icon for Route options with first route selected your car ( ) and for your destination ( ).

  • Page 37: Drive Views

    getting started (continued) Drive views The drive view screen is used for navigation. Here is a brief description of several of our unique elements. Car icon ( ) Shows the position of your car on the map. Touch to see an address card for your current location and to access current trip data.

  • Page 38: Your Dash Express Features

    Send2Car™ Send2Car is the fastest and easiest way to send addresses to your Dash Express. Just enter an address at MyDash, or highlight it in ® your Internet browser or in Microsoft Office Outlook and send it directly to...
  • Page 39 MyList MyList groups your own list of addresses for easy access, and lets you share that list with other Dash users. Want to keep all your child’s baseball fields in one place on your device? Create a MyList. Want to share your opinion on the best restaurants in town? Create a MyList and share it with the Dash community by checking the box marked “Public”...

  • Page 40: In Trutraffic

    Dash Express features (continued) TruTraffic ™ When you subscribe to the Dash Service you automatically become part of the Dash Driver Network. Drivers in this network automatically and anonymously exchange current and accurate traffic information based on actual driving experiences.

  • Page 41: Software Updates

    Yahoo! Local search ® When your Dash Express is connected to the Dash Service, the search box says search (connected) and it’s ready to search Yahoo! Local listings. Here’s how it works: Type in your keyword.
  • Page 42 Dash Express features (continued) Choosing a Saved Search the search box. Use the arrows ( ) to scroll through the list if there’s more than one match in saved searches. browse from the keyboard screen to go directly to your list of saved searches.

  • Page 43: Your Address Book

    Banks, are Dash-created categories. For some of the these categories, like Gas and Movies, Dash has partnered with third party providers to bring you the most current and comprehensive data (prices, movies, and show times, and more). If you prefer to search Yahoo! Local, enter a keyword that is the plural/singular...

  • Page 44: Favorites

    > select nearby (if within a 20-mile radius when you are searching on Yahoo!) > touch selection > save http:// my.dash.net. To view addresses sent to your car tap > choose a A “sent to car” option appears when an destination >...

  • Page 45: Settings

    Report a problem If you have an issue that you wish to report, touch report a problem and Dash will get a summary of the current status of your device. You will then receive an email where you can elaborate on the problem you encountered.

  • Page 46: Connectivity

    Dash Express features (continued) Reset to factory settings Use to return the Dash Express to its original out-of-box settings Legal stuff This is the safety agreement that is displayed each time the device starts up from the powered down state...
  • Page 47 This displays the network name. Or, consult your network installation documentation. MAC Filtering If you use MAC filtering, you can find your Dash Express device’s MAC address by tapping > settings > system information. Deleting Your Wi-Fi Settings 1.

  • Page 48: Power Management

    Power management Battery life Your Dash Express has a battery so you can use it even if you do not have access to external power. The battery charges when you are driving with the Dash Express connected to the 12v outlet in your car (allow two hours for a full charge) or when plugged into the wall adapter (allow four hours for a full charge).

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    My Dash Express is unresponsive or ‘frozen’. If frozen, Please try resetting the device: press and hold the 1. Connect the Dash Express to its power source (AC or 12v car adapter). power button to 2. Press and hold the power button for 8 seconds. reset This restarts the Dash Express.

  • Page 50: Support

    AC adapter. page). Support Need some help? Dash online support is available anytime at http://my.dash.net/support or call (877) 500-DASH (3274) Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time*. *Telephone support hours are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 51: Important Safety Notices

    WARNING: Please read the Getting Started Guide and Installa- Using the device GPS Information tion Guide completely before installing or operating your Dash device. Improper installation or use of this device may cause streets, or turn restrictions while driving with the route United States government, which is solely responsible for accident, injury or death.

  • Page 52: Limited Warranty

    What is covered? TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE), THE customer support. Dash Navigation, Inc. (“Dash”) warrants that the Product will ENTIRE LIABILITY OF DASH AND ANY OF ITS SUPPLIERS be free from defects in workmanship and materials under nor- SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT ACTUALLY PAID BY mal use for a period of one year from the original purchase YOU FOR THE PRODUCT.
  • Page 53 © 2008 Inrix, Inc. All rights reserved. *Telephone support hours are subject to change without notice. © 2003–2008 Dash Navigation, Inc., Dash, Dash Express, Dash Driver Network, TruTraffic, Send2Car and the Dash logo are the 04/08 exclusive trademarks of Dash Navigation, Inc. All other trademarks and registrations are the property of their respective owners.

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