Page 1 Introduction Getting Started Basic Operation Getting Started w/ Navigation WayPoint Operation WayPoint Navigation Step by Step Bluetooth Operation Advanced Topics Troubleshooting WAYPOINT 100/200 SERIES NAVIGATOR’S HANDBOOK...
Page 3 WayPoint 100/200 series Navigator’s Handbook You can find additional product and support information at the following website: http://www.mobilecrossing.com or contact: Mobile Crossing 1230 Oakmead Parkway, Suite 304 Sunnyvale, CA 94085 (408) 738-8816 (800) 605-8198 Fax (408)738-8806 email: support@mobilecrossing.com...
Page 4: Copyright
Copyright © 2004,2005 Mobile Crossing - All rights reserved. Disclaimer: Mobile Crossing shall not be liable for any technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; or for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product. Mobile Crossing reserves the right to change product specifications without notice.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Vehicle Installation ........24 Installing the Bluetooth GPS ......26 Tips .
Page 6 Starting the GPS ........
Page 7 Add Locations to Favorites ......52 Where to from here ........53 WayPoint Operation The Map Screen .
Page 8 Advanced Topics GPS hardware topics ........93 How a GPS works .
Page 9 Com port usage ........114 GPS Technical Specifications ......114 Vehicle mount .
Page 10 Function Usage ........121 GPS/Routing Updates Saved in Registry ....125 Bluetooth Command Line interface .
Page 11: Introduction
The WayPoint PDA is available in two models which can be distinguished by color. The model 100 is Space Silver and the model 200 is Midnight Blue. They differ primarily in the GPS hardware capability as described below. The model 200 also includes a subscription to TrafficWatch and Weather Underground for one year.
Page 12: Caring For Your Waypoint Pda
• The model 100 has an included CompactFlash GPS receiver. It can be inserted in the CF slot of the WayPoint 100 whenever GPS navigation is needed. To save battery power, the GPS can be removed or turned off when it is not needed.
Page 13: Ac Adapter Care
To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short the external contacts, or dispose of the batteries in fire or water. Replacement of the internal backup battery should be performed by a Mobile Crossing authorized service provider. •...
Page 14: Care While Traveling
Nothing should be permitted to rattle. If, for some reason, you need to ship the unit to Mobile Crossing, be sure and get an MRA (Material Return Authorization) number first and include this number on the outside of the packaging.
Page 15 GPS navigation features of this product. This is where you will learn to use the GPS itself. If you are familiar with GPS operation using other GPS devices you may be able to just skim this chapter. It will be a handy reference if you have any problems with the GPS.
Page 16 The CD-ROM also contains additional information in the form of PDF manuals on Pocket PC operation, Bluetooth operation, and for the built in TrafficWatch & Weather Underground software. The Mobile Crossing web site may contain updates to any or all of these manuals.
Page 17: Getting Started
There are two boxes. One contains the WayPoint PDA (Personal Digital Assistant) and is described first. A second box contains the GPS receiver, the car mount, and DC power cord. Open the WayPoint box carefully, ensuring that you do not damage the box or any of the other packing materials.
Page 18 AC Adapter Companion / Documentation CD Getting Started DVD Plastic dust cover installed in the SD slot Box 2 For WayPoint 100 and WayPoint 200 Powered Vehicle Mount Vehicle Mount T-Slot Docking Plate Windshield Suction Cup with Gooseneck 12 Volt “Cigarette Lighter” Plug cable PDA Vehicle Charging Adapter Audio Cord (3.5 mm to 3.5 mm)
Page 19: Cable Identification
Product Registration You can register your product by filling in and mailing the registration card or by visiting the Mobile Crossing web site at http://www.mobilecrossing.com/registration. Product registration ensures warranty coverage and provides you with the opportunity to receive update notices of any improvements that may become available for the product.
Page 20 Left Side View of WayPoint Front view of the WayPoint Voice Recorder – press and hold to start recording sound via the microphone. Release to stop. Thumb wheel – press to operate: move up / move down / depress to enter Software Reset Button –...
Page 21 Front view of the WayPoint Microphone 10. LED – Left: battery charging indicator (flashing red – battery fast charging / continuous green – battery 80% full and trickle charging) Middle: Alarm / Turn Assist (red light) Right: future use 11. Power Button 12.
Page 22 Bottom view of the WayPoint Rear view of the WayPoint PDA 16. Charging / Communications Port – connects to the USB cradle or to a PC via the USB cable. Also used to connect to external power or serial devices. 17.
Page 23 USB cradle Top View 18. Master Power Switch - Unscrew the top end of the stylus and use to operate the switch (Only visible after battery is removed). This switch is used to perform a Hardware reset. WARNING: Be sure data is backed up before operating this switch.
Page 24: The First Time You Use Your Waypoint Pda
USB Cradle Bottom View The First Time You Use Your WayPoint PDA 1. Insert the main battery into the PDA. a. Remove the back cover by pressing the button sliding the cover down b. Insert the battery c. Place the cover on and press down to slide the cover in place. See figure below. 22.
Page 25 2. Before using your WayPoint PDA for the first time, you will need to use AC power to charge the battery. There are two ways to do this: a. Connect your WayPoint PDA to a wall outlet using the travel adapter. b.
Page 26: Power
Slide the Master Power switch from off to on the first time you use your WayPoint PDA. Note the use of the top of the stylus as shown in the picture. Please note that the power switch must remain switched on when the WayPoint PDA is in use.
Page 27: Using Ac Power
When fully charged, it can provide more than 8 hours of continuous use. It has a charging indicator lamp that will remain off unless charging is need. When the charging light lights, discontinue use of the GPS receiver until it can be charged as reception and accuracy cannot be assured.
Page 28 The dual-charge cable permits simultaneous charging of the GPS and the PDA. The Charging lamp will light on the GPS when it is being charged. This lamp will dim and finally shut off when the GPS is fully charged.
Page 29 The dual charge cable is shown in the figure below. U S I N G T H E U S B C R A D L E By keeping the USB cradle connected to the AC power supply, your WayPoint PDA can be charged whenever it is docked.
Page 30: Using Vehicle Dc Power
PDA as well as a gooseneck connector attached to a windshield suction cup. External power is brought to the mount with the supplied power cable. In the WayPoint 100 and 200 the mount supplies power to the WayPoint PDA though a short cable that plugs into the power/ communication port on the bottom of the unit.
Page 31: Usb Charging
DC power cable serving as a backup when the GPS battery is low. The power cable will permit GPS operation while simultaneously charging the unit. USB Charging The batteries in your WayPoint PDA can be charged using a USB connection to a PC, even though the device itself is not connected to the AC power supply.
Page 32: Maintaining The Batteries
The WayPoint PDA cannot be charged effectively via a bus-powered USB hub. USB charging is only effective via a self-powered USB hub, or when the WayPoint PDA has exclusive use of a USB port. The PC itself must be powered up and the WayPoint PDA must be powered off. If the WayPoint PDA is powered on the charging indicator will flash and the unit will receive some power from the USB hub but the unit will use more power than the hub can supply so the unit will still need some battery power and will not be charged.
Page 33: Turning Your Waypoint Pda On And Off
battery has been replaced and the release switch is returned to the original position. Turning Your WayPoint PDA On and Off Turning Your WayPoint PDA On Your WayPoint PDA offers the convenience of instant on, enabling you to start work immediately without waiting for lengthy initiation procedures to be completed.
Page 34: Turning Your Waypoint Pda Off
Do not mount any object where it obstructs the driver vision. Do not route any cable where it interferes with the operation of the vehicle. Follow these steps to install the unit. (The illustration on the next page shows a WayPoint 100. Other models are similar.)
Page 35 2. Install the WayPoint PDA in the vehicle mount. 3. Plug the audio cord into the headphone jack 4. If you have a WayPoint 100 or 200 attach the power connector to the bottom of the PDA. 5. Find a suitable place in the car to mount the assembly. The figure above shows a WayPoint 100 with the full vehicle mount which includes the PDA cradle with external speaker, the goose neck, suction cup, and power cable.
Page 36: Installing The Bluetooth Gps
Be sure and remove the WayPoint PDA when you leave the car. This unit is a tempting target for thieves. If your unit does get stolen, be sure to report this to the police and to Mobile Crossing. Mobile Crossing maintains a database of all registered units which may be useful in identifying your missing unit.
Page 37 The WayPoint 100 GPS antenna is on the top of the GPS. It will work better if the whole unit is tilted back a little bit so it can get are view of the sky through the windshield. If it has trouble getting a lock you might want to find a better place to mount it.
Page 39: Basic Operation Of The Waypoint Pda
Chapter Basic Operation of the WayPoint PDA This chapter is devoted to getting you started with the WayPoint PDA. The WayPoint PDA runs Microsoft Pocket PC 2003 Premium Edition. The full instructions for the use of this operating system and all of the applications that are provided with Pocket PC are in the Pocket PC reference manual which can be found on the Documentation CD-ROM.
Page 40: The Screen Elements
• Tap the screen once to select an item. • Drag the stylus to select text and images. In a list, drag to select multiple items. • If the screen is not large enough to show the full data, try dragging the stylus off the edge of the viewing area to cause the data to pan.
Page 41: Using The Menus
Using the Menus To open or switch between running programs using the start menu, tap on the start button in the title bar, and then select the program you want from the list. For example tap the contacts menu item to bring up the contacts list. In addition to the programs that can be started from the menu, there are icons representing the most recently started programs across the top of the menu.
Page 42: Other Methods To Work With The Screen
The following input options are listed: • Block Recognizer - To select the Block Recognizer, tap the input panel arrow. For help with using Block Recognizer, tap the help button • Keyboard - The keyboard can be setup to permit a full 5 row typewriter keyboard or a keyboard with larger keys but requiring extra steps for some key functions.
Page 43: Using The Thumb Wheel
Using the Thumb wheel Use the thumb wheel to move up and down when navigating on-screen buttons and controls. Press to make your selection. The thumb wheel can also be used to traverse any menu and to select items from it once the menu has been opened. In the navigation program the thumb wheel performs zoom-in and zoom-out functions on the map screen.
Page 44: Advanced Features
• When you are finished, tap the OK button on the Title bar. • You can find contacts or groups of contacts by tapping Find on the start menu, and selecting Contacts. • To display a contact summary screen, tap a contact in the contacts list. •...
Page 45: Alarms
The clock will be maintained at the correct time from your PC when you activesync the unit or by your GPS when you have a fix. Alarms The clock also supports alarms. Clicking the Alarms tab brings up the display showing four alarm settings.
Page 46: Owner Information
The clock itself can be changed by tapping the number and either tapping the arrows to modify it or using the input field to enter the exact value. Tap OK to return to the alarm screen. The bell icon tap reveals the various alarm choices. The sound itself can be changed or turned off.
Page 47: Backup
The Owner Information Screen should match the Registration information that was returned to Mobile Crossing. The name and E-mail address will be checked by the Traffic Watch program, if used. Being a subscriber of Traffic Watch will provide some security if the WayPoint PDA is ever stolen, since its location can be determined if the program is run by the thief.
Page 48: Restore
To back up the full data perform the following steps. Restore To restore the data that you backed up you start Gismo again. 1. tap the 2. A screen with no data on it will appear. The lamp icon on the Restore button will show you are in restore mode by turning yellow.
Page 49: Choices
Choices Generally you won’t want to back up everything in RAM every time and you will usually only want to restore part of what you backed up unless the backup is caused by a complete battery loss. The screen below is similar to the first screen shown above except that the Personal Data entries and Option entries have been expanded by tapping the plus sign to show the contents.
Page 50 you can restore the Registry as well. The standard remove program often leaves entries in the Registry. The backup file selection Button permits defining the file name and file location. It brings up a form with 4 entries to fill in. These are: 1.
Page 51: About Backups
also an option to exclude certain files from the backup (such as previous backup files or temp files). • The Restore Options include the ability to stop processes and the ability to handle the start menu based on what is restored. •...
Page 52 on its installation are covered here. ActiveSync is optional and is not needed by your WayPoint PDA. Users wishing to sync their WayPoint PDA with information on a PC will need to install ActiveSync from the included CD-ROM. They will need a copy of Outlook to perform syncs of their contact list and other PIM data.
Page 53: Getting Started With Navigation
GPS receiver. The first step is to set up the GPS receiver correctly. WayPoint 100 users should plug in the CF GPS receiver. The lamp on the receiver will light, indicating that the unit is on, when the GPS is selected in WayPoint. The CF GPS receiver is on Com 3.
Page 54: Road Safety
Pull off the road if you need to do anything complicated. Mobile Crossing is not responsible for your actions. Use care when operating this unit. Note that, in the discussions that follow the term locations, landmarks, and POI (Points Of Interest) will be used interchangeably.
Page 55: Subscreen Button Use
After starting the software a connection should be established between the WayPoint program and the GPS installed above. Press the GPS status button the two GPS views shown below will be visible. The left and right cursor keys can be used to switch screens. Press and hold the Button Save an entry in locations at your current position.
Page 56: The Gps Data Screen
The GPS Data Screen The GPS Data screen is shown above on the left. This data screen shows the GPS running and a destination selected. However, this is not likely to be the case the first time you run the program.
Page 57: Satellite Status
GPS and give it some time to find your current location. This initialization will allow it to get a GPS fix much faster the next time. It is better if you are not in the car for this step since the car itself may block some of the signals. See “Using the Cursor...
Page 58: Gps Settings
Auto-zoom will change the zoom setting as you get closer to a turn so that the turn will be shown with more detail. • Lock To Road will cause the GPS position to be shown directly on the road even if there are errors in the map. •...
Page 59: Using The Cursor Keys
The unit should remain stationary until it has a fix. If you leave the GPS running in places where it cannot get a fix it may revert to the search the sky view even though it has not been moved. This is caused by the unit assuming it was moved a long distance since it couldn’t get a fix where it is.
Page 60 The first picture shows that the GPS is sending information to the PDA but no satellites have been found. The second picture shows that it has found some satellites but has no idea where they are in the sky.
Page 61: Saving Your Home Location
Saving your home location Once you have a satellite fix the GPS location will be displayed on the map as a small doughnut shape. The first things most users want to do is to save their home location. Having your home location stored away makes a lot of sense since it will likely be the starting point or destination for many of your trips.
Page 62: Add Locations To Favorites
You can create as many landmarks as you wish to mark GPS locations. They can also be created from the map without needing the GPS position. (See “Landmarks ” on page 60.) • Press the left button again (but don’t hold it this time) and a menu will appear of your favorite landmarks will appear.
Page 63: Where To From Here
1. Tap on the sign post icon to bring up the list of favorites. 2. Tap the one you want to save in your locations file. The screen will display this location in the center. 3. Tap the location to bring up the text display. 4.
Page 64: Waypoint Operation
WayPoint Operation Once the WayPoint Navigation program has been started and the GPS connection has been establish you are ready to view the maps and operate the program. You can view the help file if you need to review the operation of any command. When the map screen has a local map loaded...
Page 65: Waypoint Command Bar
As you travel the GPS position will remain almost stationary and the map will travel under it. The location of the GPS icon is an option. As shown it keeps most of the screen ahead of you. You can set it to be in the center of the screen if you wish. The two black dots just visible behind the GPS icon are the end of an optional track log.
Page 66: The Tools Menu
Tapping on this pane will return the map to the GPS position if you happen to scroll it away. The screen on the left shows a map with the information pane enabled. The name of the street you are traveling on is shown along with the name of the next street ahead and its distance ahead is shown.
Page 67: Display And Control Options
Display and Control Options As discussed in the GPS section, the GPS position icon can be set to lock to the road position. However, if it you don’t select that option most of the features acts as if it was on anyway.
Page 68: Customizations
Map Features covers the display of information on the map screen. You can choose to show a Scale Bar, Street names, city/town names, city boundaries, landmarks, and a GPS trail (track log must be on). In addition you can choose additional data to be displayed when tapping an object.
Page 69: Color Customizations
Each of these settings is fully customizable to contain just the color scheme you prefer. The GPS icon is set to red if a GPS signal is lost. Making this red all of the time would mask this feature. The color option can be set to automatically switch between the day screen and the night screen...
Page 70: Landmarks
You can send the database to your friends or upload it to the Mobile Crossing forum with a descriptive name and others can use it for viewing with their maps. However only the one default file can be used for adding information to the database.
Page 71: Waypoint Navigation
This is called the pilot data pane since it is perfect for a pilot. It is also useful when you are on a commercial airline that permits you to use your GPS. On the ground, you may wish to use it for Geocaching.
Page 72: Navigation Pane
After several seconds of inactivity, the display will revert to the GPS location or you can tap on the pane to return to the GPS location. Note that the route instructions will also be shown if you lose the GPS lock, your GPS is turned off, or you are not using a GPS.
Page 73: Building A Route
To build a route using the loaded maps, you only need to supply a starting location and a destination. Often the starting location is the current position as determined by the GPS so you only need a destination. The automatic router will find the path from the starting point to the destination.
Page 74 Select the Origin menu on the command bar to tell the program where it is to search. You can restrict the area based on the map view, the GPS location, or any of your favorite locations. The first three choices bring up similar screens to enter the required data.
Page 75: The Quick Approach
Button to navigate to one of your favorites. Selecting one from the list will kick off the router and route to that location from your current location. You must have a GPS fix for this to work. Specific Step by Step flows can be seen in “Step-by-Step” on page 73. UICK ETOUR If you are driving and need some Gas or Food the Quick Detour function can be handy.
Page 76 The name of the business as well as the direction will be shown as you might want to skip those that are behind you. • Note that if you are stopped the GPS may not be reporting the correct direction so it is best to do this command while you are moving. •...
Page 77: The Find Approach
Specific Step by Step flows can be seen in Chapter 7, “Step-by-Step” on page 73. It is not possible to show all of the categories in the database but this screen can be customized to show the ones you wish. If you tap and hold on the category you will be able to change the category to any of those available in the database.
Page 78: The Route
graphically for something you might like. Just set up a radius and then select the type you want. The map will appear with all the points of interest for that category highlighted with their icons. See “Step-by-Step” on page 73 for examples showing the use of most of these search choices. Your personal locations can be searched as well although they are not on the find menu.
Page 79: The Directions Screen
OUTING PTIONS Another way to guide the router is through the Tools > Settings > Routing options. You have control over the router in that you can tell it how quick to produce results. Thus, you can trade off calculation speed that may not find the optimum route for a more exhaustive approach. You can tell the router to avoid toll roads to save money when other routes are just as good.
Page 80: Navigating The Route
If you are navigating and bring up the directions screen the current leg of the route will be shown at the top of the screen. Tapping ok will return to the active map screen. Navigating the Route Once you are satisfied with the route, you can just start following it. Even if you are not completely happy you could just start driving anyway.
Page 81: Other Navigation Features
To ensure that the GPS and PDA agree as to what time it is the PDA will automatically be set to GPS time. The GPS options of particular use while navigating include •...
Page 82 First turn, Turn Coming, Turn Complete, Re-route sounds can be customized. There is also a setting for Special Notices. In addition notifications are available for GPS change in status. Fix acquired and Fix lost can be set independently. The various sounds can also be turned off if desired. Sound choices include standard Pocket PC alarms and unique WayPoint navigation sounds.
Page 83: Step-By-Step
Step-by-Step This Chapter contains step by step samples to do specific tasks in the WayPoint navigation software. Quick Routes Quick Routes always route from your current location. Route to a Favorite Location Chapter You can generate a route to any of your favorite locations.
Page 84: Quick Route
Quick Route 4. Tap the one you wish to generate a route to that location. Tapping outside the box will cancel the command. The categories shown on this screen can be customized to be any available category in the database. You can generate a route to the nearest Gas Station or the Nearest Restaurant.
Page 85: Other Routes
Notice that your favorites are listed among the choices. If the Find Route form already has data on it from a previous route then you will also need to tap the Choose Starting Point to change it. Choose Use GPS Position for the starting point.
Page 86: Route To An Address
Route to an Address Perform the first two steps above and tap Select Address. 3. The top left corner box contains a selection. Choices include Within 25 Miles, Anywhere, Current View Area, A list of all loaded towns, and a list of all loaded zip codes. Pick what you want.
Page 87: Route To A Landmark
Route to a Landmark Perform the same two starting steps and tap Select Landmark. A landmark can be a point of interest, Business, Rest Area, Government facility, Tourist Attraction, or some place you saved in your own locations database. 3. The top left corner box contains a selection. Choices include: •...
Page 88 5. Select the Category you wish. You can move more rapidly through the list with the keyboard by entering a few starting letters. You can also tap this entry field and use the cursor key or thumb wheel to move through the list. 6.
Page 89: Route To A Contact
Route to a Contact You can route to an address in your contact list. Perform the same first two steps above and tap Select Contact. 3. Select the correct entry from your contact list. You can scroll or search the list. If the entry has two addresses a second button will appear to permit you to choose which one you want.
Page 90: Finding Locations
Finding Locations Another approach to routing is to find the location first. This is especially useful when you aren’t sure of the location name or haven’t quite made up your mind yet. Finding a Location Graphically You can find a location graphically and then route to it. Let’s suppose you are driving east on I-80 somewhere near Fairfield and decide you need gas.
Page 91: Using The Signpost
5. Once you have one in mind tap and hold on the description to bring up the menu. 6. Selecting Route To will generate a route to that location. Or, if you’re already running a route, consider Route Through to add the gas stop to the existing route.
Page 93: Bluetooth Operation
Bluetooth GPS is a feature of the WayPoint 200 product. Bluetooth wireless technology consists of a CF hardware card and Bluetooth management software with a Bluetooth Driver. The intent of the Bluetooth module is to permit the use of the Bluetooth GPS receiver but it can also be used for many other tasks.
Page 94: Automatic Operation
Bluetooth Manager you will see the ShortCuts Window. In the figure below left a serial port Bluetooth device (In this case a GPS) is shown. The first time you enter the Manager this screen will be empty. To make a connection to the GPS as shown perform the following steps.
Page 95 5. The window shown to the right will appear. 6. Only the Serial Port service will appear for this a GPS device (on the left near the bottom as shown by the arrow). Tap it to connect and create a short cut.
Page 96: Enabling The Bluetooth Driver
WayPoint application. It can use the Bluetooth GPS connection that was just created. This is the minimum needed to set up the Bluetooth GPS but will only need to be done the first time. For more security you can set a bond between the devices by setting the security to “high security”...
Page 97 Internet Access Point the full Internet can be browsed directly from the WayPoint PDA. Thus a WayPoint unit could use the PAN network and a GPS serial connection to provide simultaneous access to the GPS device and an internet connection. This would permit Traffic Watch, for example, to be collecting live data while WayPoint is tracking your current location.
Page 98: Screen Descriptions
• 3 shorts cuts that permit direct access for previously setup features in the Manager. These are: Start GPS - This starts the default GPS device. It is intended to start the WayPoint GPS for use in the WayPoint application.
Page 99 The SPP service COM port is generally one higher than the Incoming Port however the hardware may choose whatever it wishes. To know which COM post address the GPS is really connected to the Shortcut properties can be used to verify the address.
Page 100: Bluetooth Gps Receiver
• If left unused, a fully charged battery will discharge itself over time. • Do not cover the antenna area shown in the figure on the next page. It is used for GPS reception and for Bluetooth operation. • If you decide to pair the GPS and the Bluetooth module the passkey is 2003.
Page 101 Internal Antenna External Antenna Battery Status Power On/Off GPS Status External Power Bluetooth Status...
Page 102: Advanced Topics
This chapter is intended for reference on a wide variety of topics. It does not flow like the previous chapters did. Each section is standalone. The topics include: • “GPS hardware topics” on page 93 How a GPS works External Antennas •...
Page 103: Gps Hardware Topics
Unlike the FM radio, a GPS receiver needs to have a fairly clear view of the sky in order to receive these signals. Signal reception is effectively blocked by water (however, not rain because the space between the rain drops), the human body, the metal roof on your car, a building, and many other things.
Page 104: External Antennas
Unfortunately, this coating also blocks GPS signals. If you need a remote antenna, be careful with the cable. It plugs into the GPS with a click and you must hold onto the antenna connector by the plug to pull it out. Pulling it out with the cable will eventually break the cable.
Page 105: Pda Hardware Topics
blocked by the metal roof. In poor reception conditions this can make a difference in whether there are enough signals to produce a fix or not. PDA Hardware Topics Resetting Your WayPoint PDA You will need to reset your WayPoint PDA after restoring data from files backed up on your PC, or in the event of the operating system freezing up.
Page 106: Adding Hardware To Your Waypoint Pda
Adding Hardware to your WayPoint PDA The Mobile Crossing WayPoint PDA is a very versatile unit. It is possible to add external devices to the unit to supplement the hardware you received. Extra devices can be plugged into the serial connector on the bottom of the unit, hooked via the IrDA (Infrared) port, or plugged into the CompactFlash slot.
Page 107: Advanced Waypoint Software Features
I/O devices that will work in this slot but Mobile Crossing cannot guarantee that any particular device will work. • COM 4: IrDA. This is the port used for beaming files between units. • COM 5: USB. This is a USB slave port. It can only be used to communicate with master USB devices such as a PC.
Page 108: Using The Log File
The log file can be saved in a file. • The logging (GPS trail) can be displayed live on the screen so that you can see a visual record of where you drove while you are driving. This can allow you to retrace your steps visually if you need to.
Page 109: Extra Software
If roadlock is set the log file entries will try and lock to the road. Logging is under control of the GPS setup but the viewing of the GPS trail itself is controlled by the Map Settings. To playback a log file you must select one of the summary files first or a point in the detail list.
Page 110 There is a third party program available, called cabinstall, which permits more control over this process including keeping the cab file and installing to a memory card or location of your choice. The cab install program does not need to be installed. You just copy it to the WayPoint unit and place it anywhere you wish.
Page 111: Wisbar
Wisbar • allows you to tap on any of them to switch between the applications. • The X on the right can be used to actually stop the program thus freeing up the memory resources used by the program. The settings entry shown on the menu permits you to customize how Wisbar works.
Page 112: Gpsinfo
It is generally not needed for road navigation, particular when road lock is in use. WAAS takes one of the GPS satellite positions from the receiver so you cannot use 12 satellites when WAAS is in use. The implementation on WayPoint GPS devices supports corrections for signal errors but does not support WAAS ranging where the WAAS satellite could be used to substitute for the 12th satellite.
Page 113 Tapping the GPS Info tab brings up the information display. This screen shows a map of the current satellite positions with the current reception signal strength for each satellite shown below the map. The text data about the fix surrounds the map. It is primarily about the GPS PVT solution.
Page 114: Trafficwatch And Weather Underground
You will need to subscribe to continue to use these applications. WayPoint 200 owners have a free year’s subscription to this service. The data is provided via an internet connection from a Mobile Crossing server. If you are hooked to a computer via ActiveSync you can take advantage of the computer’s internet link to provide this data.
Page 115: More Information
PDA using the Pocket PC reader. There are copies of all the supplied manuals and extra documentation on using the Pocket PC operating system, the Bluetooth operation, and the GPS devices included with WayPoint. Other documents may be included as well.
Page 116: Troubleshooting
4. Make sure the battery is charged. Plug the unit into AC. This is caused by a complete power failure / hardware reset.The GPS will automatically set the correct time. You probably need to recalibrate your screen. Use Settings >...
Page 117 Problem Possible Cause/Solution The Keyboard is too hard to use. My recording quality is not The default sampling frequency has been set at 22KHz. This very good. bandwidth can be altered to improve quality, but doing this will use more memory. Tap Settings > Input > Options. Select a higher frequency from the voice recording drop- down menu My better quality recording...
Page 118: Pc Connection Problems
Problem My Windows program won’t work on WayPoint PC Connection Problems Problem I can’t connect to a LAN network My WayPoint is not recognized by ActiveSync. I can’t ActiveSync via IR. Bluetooth Problems Problem I can’t connect to a Bluetooth Device.
Page 119: Vehicle Mount And Power
GPS loses lock too much. Possible Cause/Solution plugged in or has malfunctioned. Try removing and reinserting the module. If you are unable to start the device check with Mobile Crossing. This is a normal Microsoft message and can be dismissed. Possible Cause/Solution 1.
Page 120: Tips And Techniques
• The GPS is more accurate than the maps in many areas. If the GPS seems to be jumping to the wrong road too much try turning off Lock to Road. It may be easier for you to determine the correct road visually that for the computer to do it.
Page 121 • If you are using your WayPoint primarily as a GPS you can defeat the automatic Today screen switch from the Settings > Today menu. This will leave the navigation program on the screen even if you turn the unit off for more than 4 hours.
Page 122: Appendix A - Technical Specifications
Appendix A - Technical Specifications This chapter lists the specifications for the hardware included with WayPoint. WayPoint PDA Specifications Operating system LCD Display System Memory Audio Wireless Extension Interfaces Microsoft Pocket PC 2003 Premium Edition Intel XScale PXA 260 400MHz 3.5”...
Page 123: Operating Conditions
Power Adapter Dimensions Note: The 22 pin USB / Serial Port / Power connector used on the WayPoint 100 and WayPoint 200 is the same as the connector that is used on HP iPAQ models 3800 / 3900 / 5100 / 5400 / 5500 / 2200 series.
Page 124: Com Port Usage
Com9 BT serial 3 Com0 CF network card GPS Technical Specifications The specifications are for all WayPoint GPS units except as noted. (CF for CompactFlash GPS, VM for vehicle mount GPS, and BT for Bluetooth GPS) Accuracy Datum Hot Start...
Page 125: Vehicle Mount
Vehicle mount These specifications apply to either vehicle mount. Power Source Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Charging Temperature Output Voltage Power LED 12 V to 24 V DC -10° - 60° C -20° - 80° C 0° - 45° C 5V nominal, range 4.75 - 5.25 V illuminates whenever power is received by the mount.
Page 126: Appendix B - Regulatory Notices
Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by MOBILE CROSSING. Making modifications may void the reference authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
Page 127: European Union Notice
European Union Notice Products bearing the CE marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community and if this product has telecommunication functionality, the R&TTE directive (1995/5/EC). Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (in parentheses are the equivalent international standards and regulations): •...
Page 128: Interference
Interference This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC and EC regulations as noted above. This includes the PDA, the supplied GPS receiver, and the Bluetooth CompactFlash unit. Battery Safety The Lithium Ion battery used in the device is designed to be recharged many times. Use only the AC charger that came with your unit.
Page 129: Appendix C - Command Line Interface
Appendix C - Command Line Interface Introduction The Chapter documents the Command Line Interface and other interface topics related to a programming environment. This collective interface is classified as an API (Application Programming Interface the WayPoint Navigation and supplemental software. The document supplements the WayPoint Navigation manual.
Page 130: Command Line Parameters
(DDD.MM.mmm) • OPT Option modifies the Function behavior to explicitly request a certain operation. RT specifies that a route should be generate while (RT,GPS) specifies that a route be generated using the current GPS position as the starting point. •...
Page 131: Calling Waypoint From Another Application
• ZL Zoom Level - Specifies the display of a certain fixed zoom level. 1 means zoom all of the way in while bigger numbers zoom out further. Currently numbers up to 14 can be used. • V Version code - This is currently unused but if specified it should have a value of 1. It will be used in the future to specify the syntax for a command so that if the syntax changes the command can specify the version syntax it is using.
Page 132 Examples: L=xxxxx,LON=N41.27.758,LAT=W81.46.183 L=xxxxx,LON=N41.451325,LAT=W82.754990 OUTE IRECTIONS The parameters listed below are used to generate a route. The starting values may be omitted entirely if a GPS fix is used. • SA (Starting address) • SC (Starting point city) Optional • SZ (Starting address zip code) Optional •...
Page 133 L=xxxxx OPT=RT SA=1204 Warren Rd SZ=44107 A=2215 Bunts Rd Z=44107 If the SA parameter is omitted, GPS is started and the current GPS location is used as the starting point. To start GPS explicitly and begin active route guidance change the OPT=RT to OPT=(RT,GPS).
Page 134 WayPoint with a map file name when the map file is tapped in File Explorer. GPS U TART SING PECIFIC This starts GPS using the specified COM port. GPS=COMx where x is the communication port number to use for GPS. Example: L=xxxxxxx,GPS=COM8 COM P...
Page 135: Gps/Routing Updates Saved In Registry
This value represents the last known location if WayPoint is not running or does not have a fix. WayPoint fills in this data whenever it has a GPS fix. Other programs requiring location information can use this registry entry. It is updated with each GPS update, normally once per second.
Page 136: Registry Entry
• -G Start the WayPoint GPS. This will start the default GPS device and switch to the WayPoint Navigation software. The default device must be previously configured. • -M Start the Bluetooth Manager - This will start the manager that can be used to configure the various default devices.
Page 137: Other Scripting Tools
The shells mentioned above are native Pocket PC or WinCE applications and are not DOS emulators. They will not run native DOS programs. They can be used to launch any Pocket PC program on your WayPoint unit and to write simple batch files. There is no supplied editor to edit or create batch files directly on the Pocket PC but they can be created on a PC and then moved to the Pocket PC.
Page 138: Quicklaunch
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8" ?> <mobilecrossing> <levels> <level id="level0"> <nw> <icon>\windows\WayPoint\final_trafficwatchicon.jpg</icon> <exe>\windows\WayPoint\TWUpdater.exe</exe> <params></params> <caption>TrafficWatch</caption> </nw> <ne> <icon>\windows\WayPoint\final_wundericonColor.jpg</icon> <exe>\windows\weatherunderground\WUBootstrap.exe</exe> <params></params> <caption>Weather</caption> </ne> <sw> <icon>\windows\WayPoint\final_navigationicon.jpg</icon> <exe>\windows\WayPoint\WayPoint.exe</exe> <params></params> <caption>WayPoint GPS</caption> </sw> <se> <quicklaunch>level1</quicklaunch> <icon>\windows\WayPoint\final_exclamation.jpg</icon> <caption>Programs</caption> </se> </level> <level id="level1"> <nw> <quicklaunch>level0</quicklaunch> <icon>\windows\WayPoint\final_exclamation.jpg</icon> <caption>Main</caption> </nw> <ne> <icon>\windows\WayPoint\contacts_icon.jpg</icon>...
Page 139 <exe>\windows\addrbook.exe</exe> <params></params> <caption>Contacts</caption> </ne> <sw> <icon>\windows\WayPoint\calculator_icon.jpg</icon> <exe>\windows\calc.exe</exe> <params></params> <caption>Calculator</caption> </sw> <se> </se> </level> </levels> </mobilecrossing> The data defines the information for the four (4) corners of the QuickLaunch display and the Levels are used to allow the top level QuickLaunch icons to call the Quicklaunch itself with a new screen.
Page 140: Appendix D - Firmware And Map Updates
Appendix D - Firmware and Map Updates This chapter covers the installation of WayPoint Firmware upgrades and the Installation of Map upgrades or purchases of additional areas. Firmware Upgrades The design of your WayPoint permits easy installation of firmware upgrades. A firmware upgrade can be used to re-install a full copy of the Pocket PC OS and all of the included applications.
Page 141: Performing The Upgrade
4. You can use the provided Gismo program. This is the approach recommended by Mobile Crossing. It provides the flexibility to backup exactly what you need and can restore any or all of the backed up data. Backup files can be stored on the Flash Disk (if there is room) or on a user supplied memory card.
Page 142: Map Updates And Installs
Activation is unique to your serial number unit. Be sure and keep a copy of the activation code for future use. You can contact Mobile Crossing if you ever lose it as we will have a record of what maps you own.
Page 143: Glossary
SanDisk. Fix - A fix in GPS use means that the GPS has acquired data from at least 3 satellites and then computed your current location. If it fails to be able to do this it is said to have lost its fix. A fix can be either 2D or 3D depending on how many satellites are available and their positions in the sky.
Page 144 GPS system. Search the sky - This is a term used with the GPS to indicate that it is performing a cold start without any local knowledge of its previous position or even the time. Expect that this method will take a lot longer to obtain a fix.
Page 145 When the signals can be received and the GPS is enabled to use them, accuracy can be improved about 2 to 3X. WAAS can improve GPS accuracy but it generally not needed for vehicle navigation.
Page 147: Index
Options 40 SD 40 backup Battery Backup 17 Batch file 133 Battery 16 Main 12 Maintaining the Batteries 22 Battery Monitor 41 bearing 61 Bluetooth 2, 133 CF card 2 Enabling the Driver 86 GPS 2, 90 Hardware 83 Manager 84...
Page 148 99 CabInst 100 cabinstall 100 Cable Identification 9 Calling WayPoint 121 CD-ROM 41 Center View Forward 48 Charge Bluetooth GPS 18 PDA 18 USB 21 Charging Bay 13 charging light 17 Choose Map 57 Choosing Maps 97 Clean...
Page 149 51 icon full screen 62 search Selecting 64 spy glass icon 64 Installing Programs 99 Installing the Bluetooth GPS 26 IR port 9 Keyboard 32 Landmarks 56, 60 latitude & longitude 46 LED 11, 13 Letter Recognizer 32...
Page 150 Personal Digital Assistant 1, 134 Personal Information Manager 134 PIM 1, 126, 133, 134 Power DC 20 disable power off 48 Turning on your Bluetooth GPS Turning Your WayPoint PDA Off Turning Your WayPoint PDA On Power Button 11 Power LED 18 Power 18...
Page 151 Sound settings 72 Speaker 11 Specifications 112, 116, 133, 137 speed 46, 61, 72 Start GPS 44 start menu 30 Starting the GPS for the first time 49 Step by Step 73 Stylus 9 Subscreen 134 Subscreen Button use 45 Text...
Page 152 model 200 1, 2, 8, 18, 20 Operation 54 PDA 1 PDA Specifications 112 starting 44 WayPoint Pocket PC Reference Man- ual 41 Weather Underground 1, 104 website i Welcome 1, 119 Wisbar 101...
Page 153: Waypoint Quick Reference
WayPoint Quick Reference Press the Button Navigate to a favorite location Favorites If no route then bring up route form else Route with a Detour Detour Check GPS status Status Switch between previous application and WayPoint WayPoint Shortcuts Inside a WayPoint tool Thumb Wheel –...

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