Contents Contents ......................1 Personal Data ..................6 Quality ....................6 Service ....................6 Copying This Manual ................6 About these Instructions .................. 7 Symbols and Key Words Used in these Instructions ........7 ...
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General Operating Instructions ............... 25 Switching on/off the device ..............25 Security ......................27 Storing the password and the information note ........27 Making settings ..................28 SuperPIN and UUID ................. 29 Making subsequent settings ..............30 ...
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Overview of the main screen ..............64 Description of the Interfaces ..............65 Setting the System Time ..............66 Selecting an Alarm Signal ..............67 Setting the Volume ................68 Snooze Function ................. 69 ...
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Transport ....................91 Recycling and Disposal ................92 Specifications ....................93 Model Overview ..................... 94 FCC Compliance Statement ..............95 Index ......................96...
Personal Data Take a note for your proof of ownership: Serial Number ..................Password ..................Information note ..................SuperPIN ..................UUID ..................Date of Purchase ..................Place of Purchase ..................Please record the serial number into any appropriate guarantee documents. You will enter your own password and information note using the Security Function.
About these Instructions Read these operating instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time. Note the warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions. Always keep the operating instructions close to hand. If you sell the equipment or give it away, make sure you also hand over these instructions and the warranty card.
The following remote equipment has been supplied with this device: Bluetooth (only with model P5460) (optional) The company declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Complete declarations of conformity are available under www.medion.com/conformity.
Safety Instructions Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate machinery Do not allow small children to play unattended with electrical equipment. Children are incapable of judging potential risks properly. Keep the appliance and its accessories out of reach of children. DANGER Keep plastic packaging out of reach of children.
Please contact our Service Centre if you encounter technical problems with your appliance. In the event a repair becomes necessary, please use Medion authorised Service Partners. The address can be found on the back of your guarantee card or online at www.medion.co.uk...
Operating Environment Failure to follow these instructions may lead to your appliance being damaged. In cases where products are damaged as a result of misuse or neglect the associated guarantee will be considered void. Keep your navigation System and all connected devices away from moisture and avoid exposure to dust, heat and direct sunlight, especially in the car.
Electromagnetic Compatibility When connecting additional or other components the “Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive” (EMC) must be adhered to. Please note that only screened cable (maximum 10ft) should be used with this appliance. For optimal performance, maintain a distance of at least 10 ft. from sources of high-frequency and magnetic interference (televisions, loudspeaker systems, mobile telephones etc.).This will help to avoid malfunctions and loss of data.
Cabling Arrange cables so that they do not cause unnecessary obstruction or risk entanglement or snaring. E.g. ensure that the cables cannot be trod on, or tripped over. Do not put any objects on the cable, because it could be damaged if you do so.
Care of the Display Avoid scratching the display surface as this may be easily damaged. We recommend using a display protection film (mylar) to prevent scratching of the screen. Please contact your nearest dealer for this accessory. The plastic on the display at delivery is purely for protection during transportation! ...
Supplied Items Please check the condition of items supplied and check for missing items using the list below. If you find your package to be incomplete, please forward to us all claims for missing items within 14 days from the date of purchase. The package should include the following: ...
Views Front Components Ref. Component Description orange Battery Charge The LED will flash during the charging green Indicator process. It will shine constant when the accumulator is fully charged. Touch Screen Displays the output of your appliance. Tap on the screen with your finger, a stylus or a "blunt"...
Back Components Antenna Ref. Component Description Loudspeaker Plays back music, language statements and warnings. Top Components Ref. Component Description holding On-/ Off button Turn the device on or off by pressing and On/Off button . You will switch to the stand-by mode or reactivate the device by quickly pressing the button.
Left Components Component Description Memory card Accepts an optional memory card for removable insertion slot storage. with cover Mini-USB- Connection to external power supply as well as Connector connection for connecting to a PC by means of the USB cable (for data matching) NOTICE! Close the cover again after using the memory card...
Initial Set up The following is a step by step guide to assist in the initial Set-up of the navigation system. Start by removing the protective plastic from the display. I. Charging the Battery The battery of your navigation system can be charged in the following ways: ...
II. Power Supply Car Adapter ► Plug the jack of the connection cable into the corresponding receptor at the left side of your navigation system. ► Insert the power adapter into the cigar lighter socket ensuring, that it will not lose contact while driving. This could cause a malfu. Alternative possibility of charging the battery The battery will charge as soon as you connect your navigation device to a switched-on PC or notebook by means of a USB cable.
III. Switching on the Device You will switch your navigation device on or off again completely by pressing the On/Off key for a long time (> 3 sec.). You can switch your navigation device into standby mode and then back on again by briefly pressing (>...
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You will reach the Main menu of your navigation software by means of switch. You will have various possibilities of establishing your route and starting the navigation by means of the icon:...
Main Views You will find an overview of the different main views of the Main menu here. Button Description Main Screen Viewing maps Navigation menu Extras Settings...
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NOTICE! You will not be able to select the Navigation menu or the settings if the navigation software does not find any map files in the device or on a memory device. Then the Extras menu will appear automatically. Brief pressure on the on/off button will be enough to switch the device on or off, provided that your navigation system is connected to an external source of electricity or is running in battery...
General Operating Instructions Switching on/off the device Your device will be in its normal operating state after the initial set up. You can activate and deactivate your device with the On-/Off switch. ► To start your navigation system press briefly the On-/Off switch. NOTICE! Your device is delivered in a status in which it will not switch off independently.
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You have three possible choices: Button Description Cancel/Back Return to previous view with this key, if you have accidently called up this screen. Standby Mode (Energy saving mode) The device will go into Standby Mode if this key is clicked. Reset You can carry out a reset by clicking this key.
Security You have the possibility of protecting your device against external access by means of this function. Some one-off settings will have to be made before you will be able to use this function. Proceed as follows to do this: Storing the password and the information note ►...
NOTICE! The password will be displayed in the form of small stars (****). ► An additional text field will appear after you have entered the password. Enter an information note here that will serve as a support for remembering your password. You will be able to call up this information if you have forgotten or mislaid the password.
SuperPIN and UUID Universally Unique IDentifier The SuperPIN and the UUID ( = definite device identification) will appear on the display after you have confirmed the settings. NOTICE! Record this data in your Operating Instructions and keep them in a safe place. You will need this information if you have entered the password incorrectly 3 times.
Making subsequent settings Start the Security Function if you have already entered a password and would like to make a subsequent setting or to change the password. The following display will appear: Button Description Change the password or the information text Authentication settings (see Page 28, Making settings) Display SuperPIN and UUID (see Page 29)
Password Request A password request will appear at the restarting of the device, according to the setting, if you have established a password by means of the Security Function. ► Enter the password stored by you by means of the keyboard. NOTICE! The password will be displayed in the form of small stars (****).
Resetting the Navigation System You can reset your navigation system if it is no longer reacting or working properly. This option restarts the navigation system, without reinstallation being necessary. A reset is often used in order to reorganise the memory. In doing so all programs that are running are interrupted and the working memory is reinitialised.
Switching the Device off Completely / Hard Reset ATTENION! A hard reset will delete all data in the temporary memory. Your navigation system will normally be in the Standby Mode, if you have switched it off by pressing the on/off button briefly. In addition, the system can be switched off completely;...
Navigation NOTICE! The bundled product CD/DVD contains a comprehensive instruction manual. Safety Instructions for Navigation Do not adjust or configure the navigation system whilst driving, this is to protect yourself and others from accidents! In the event that you do not understand the voice instruction or if you are in any doubt about what to do at the next intersection, then the map or arrow displayed on the screen will provide you with a quick orientation.
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ATTENTION! The road layout and driving rules take precedence over the instructions of the navigation system. Only follow the instructions when circumstances and driving rules permit it! The navigation system will guide you to your destination even when you have to deviate from your planned route.
Notes for Use in a Vehicle Take care that the holder does not present any risk to safety, even in the case of an accident, when installing it. Take care that the cable does not impede any safety components. ...
I. Mounting the Car Ho ATTENTION! Only fix the holder for the navigation system to the windscreen, if it does not impede the view. Snap-in lever similar picture) NOTICE! Your navigation device can also be equipped with a different but similar vehicle attachment as an alternative, according to the version.
II. Attaching the Navigation System ► Connect the car adapter and, if necessary, insert the memory card. ► Place the device below in the centre of the holder. ► Press it gently backwards until it engages audibly. similar picture) ► Place the holder on the fixing catches of the car holder. ►...
IV. Starting the Navigation Software NOTICE! Your memory card will always have to be inserted into the device during the use of the navigation system, if the card contains (additional) mapping material. It will be necessary to carry out a reset to restart the navigation system if the memory card has been removed while the system was being used (see page 32).
Warning function for traffic monitoring points The following display will appear if the warning function for traffic monitoring points (optional) has been installed: Confirm with , if you want to use navigation with the warning function for traffic monitoring points. Tap on the Configure special functions interface in the Settings Menu, in order to configure the warning function.
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The following screen appears. Tap on POI-Warner: Tap on Speed cam (stationary) here, in order to make the settings for the ‘radar fixes’: Here, you have the option of having the traffic monitoring points represented on a map or faded out. You can also set whether you would like to be informed by acoustic signals before reaching a traffic monitoring point.
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Acoustic information about a traffic monitoring point will be given by a warning sound approx. 15 seconds before it is reached. Then, another double warning sound will be given approx. 7 seconds before it is reached. Four warning sounds will give information that the speed is too high. In addition, the distance to a monitoring point will be indicated by a bar indicating closeness (left lower edge of the display).
Speech commands (optional) The Speech Entry mode can be activated by means of the function during navigation. A short information sound will indicate that the navigation system is ready for the speech entry. Explanation of the symbol: ( ) optional words; ...
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List commands next page | scroll down previous page | scroll up Main menu [enter] new destination | Enter address [show] map [ view ] settings (other | additional) (applications) | additional applications | extras [enter] new destination | Enter address [show] map [ view ] settings (other | additional) (applications) | additional...
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other zip | zip entry centre | city centre | downtown | town centre | to centre | to city centre | to town centre | central business district points of interest | interesting sights | P O I start navigation | begin navigation I don't know | I've no idea House number entry change street | enter street | correct street |...
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Volume settings (Volume click sounds | (lower | reduce) (keyboard click | click) [volume]) (down) (Volume click sounds | (increase | raise) (keyboard click | click) [volume]) (up) (MP3 Player volume | (lower | reduce) (M P 3 | music | media player) [volume]) (down) (Volume click sounds | (increase | raise) (M P 3 | music | media player | multimedia) [volume]) (up)
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[display|show] (compass [view] | G P S view) no map | map off | (switch off | hide) map [display|show] [only] [the] [normal|simple] (map [view] | view | splitscreen | Splitskrihn) [display|show] (3 D | three dimensional) [view | map | perspective] [display|show] (2 D | two dimensional) [view | map | perspective] [display|show] [view|orientation] [in]...
Bluetooth (optional) The Bluetooth technology serves to bridge short distances wirelessly. Bluetooth devices transmit data wirelessly, so that other devices that also support this technology can communicate with each other without cables. Both devices will have to be adjusted to each other (pairing), before you will be able to use your navigation system as handsfree equipment with your Bluetooth mobile phone.
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Button Name Description Course of Displays the course of calls put through and received. call News View the postbox of your mobile phone through this symbol. You will be able to receive, write and send messages. Telephone Call the contacts stored in the mobile phone through Book this symbol.
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Pairing the Navigation Device and the Mobile Phone NOTICE! Your navigation device will search for a device in the case of a connection to the remote loudspeaker in principle. The range of functions of the hands-free loudspeaker can be restricted according the type of the mobile.
► Your mobile phone will recognize the navigation device. You will be requested to enter a 4-digit PIN code. This is 1 2 3 4 for your navigation device. ► Then, the connection must be accepted by one or several confirmation messages on your mobile.
Show and Read Out Incoming Messages You will be able to read incoming messages or also to have them read out in addition, if your mobile supports these functions. ► Activate the Show and read out option under Settings > Message for this.
MP3 Player (optional) Depending on the software equipment your navigation system is equipped with a MP3 Player. Start the MP3 player from the menu Extras by tapping the MP3 Player switch area. All the MP3 files located on a memory card can be taken into a List of Favourites and will be available for replay.
Opens the List of Favourites. Displays the files stored on the flash disk and/or on the memory card. You will make the settings of the MP3 player here. Select a Title and Move it into the List of Favourites Tap on and select the title that you would like to move into the List of Favourites, in order to select a title.
symbol will be shown if not all the titles in a directory have not been selected. List of Favourites You will reach the List of Favourites by tapping on the ► You will delete all titles with ► You will delete individual titles with ►...
List of the established bookmarks You will reach the list of the established bookmarks by clicking on the symbol : ► You will delete all bookmarks with the symbol. ► You will delete an individual bookmark with the symbol. Operation with the symbol to take over a new selection into the list of bookmarks.
Picture Viewer (optional) Depending on the software equipment your navigation system is equipped with a Picture Viewer. You can view the jpg format images on your memory card on your navigation system, with the Picture Viewer. All the images on the memory card will be available immediately.
Full Image View Fig.: Full image view without service strip Tap in the lower area of the screen in the full image view, in order to activate the service strip: Fig.: Full image view with service strip Button Description Turn it clockwise by 90° in stages Fade in grid Previous picture Start the slide show...
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► You will return to the miniature view by tapping in the centre of the image. ► The image displayed will be subdivided into 6 fields by tapping on the symbol (fade in grid). Fig.: Full image mode with grid ►...
Travel Guide (optional) Depending on the software equipment your navigation system is equipped with a Travel Guide. The Travel Guide will supply general information about the different areas of individual towns and cities or regions in Europe, such as sights, restaurants, culture and travel information. Start the Travel Guide from the menu Extras by tapping on the Travel Guide button.
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Fig. 5 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Confirm with , if you want to navigate to the destination displayed. The address will then be available to the navigation software as the destination. Button Description Previous image Shows the address of the selected category Shows the available images in the selected category.
Alarm Clock (waking function) (optional) Depending on the software equipment your navigation system is equipped with a Alarm Clock/waking function. Start this function from the menu Extras by tapping on the Alarm Clock button. The waking function can work when the device is switched off (Standby Mode / Power Saving Mode) as well as a reminder during the current navigation.
Description of the Interfaces Button Description Current system time Setting-up mode (Setting volumes, system time and alarm) Night mode (Standby mode) Reset/deactivate the waking function Setting the alarm time Delete the entry Confirmation interface Increase the volume / Reduce the volume Back to the previous menu Close the application...
Setting the System Time The display of the current time will be located in the upper right corner of the screen. You can adjust it as follows: ► Tap on in the main screen. The following screen will appear: ► Tap on to change the time setting: NOTICE! The system time is updated by GPS reception.
Selecting an Alarm Signal ► To select an alarm signal touch the symbol. ► Select the desired alarm sound and confirm the selection with ► Tap on the corresponding file in the Memory Card directory if you would like to select an alarm tone from the storage card and confirm again with ►...
Setting the Volume You can adjust the volume of the alarm signal by tapping on the interface. NOTICE! The volume configured here only relates to the alarm signal and will not change the volume of the language output of the navigation system or other functions of the system.
Snooze Function You will have the possibility of making the waking signal repeat at regular intervals by means of the Snooze function, once it has sounded at the alarm time set. ► Tap on to activate the Snooze function. Current system time Waking time set ►...
Sudoku (optional) Depending on the software equipment your navigation system is equipped with the game Sudoku. Start the game from the menu Extras by tapping on the Sudoku switch field. Sudoku is a number puzzle. The puzzle area is square and subdivided into nine sections.
Description of the switch fields Button Description Start the game You will receive notes about a solution by tapping on this control button. Tap on the control button again to hide the notes about a solution. You will receive the solutions of the number fields by tapping on this control button.
Overview of the game field Description of the control buttons Button Description Strip of numbers to be entered Strip for the selection of the numbers to be entered in the number fields. The selected number will stand out and it will now be possible to enter it into a number field.
Traffic Rules Europe You will receive a range of basic information about the traffic regulations of the respective country and its emergency numbers by means of the switch in the Extras menu. Select the required country to have the information displayed to you (all information without liability).
Where can I find more information on the navigation system? Detailed operating instructions for navigation can be found on the corresponding CD/DVD, which accompany your navigation system. Also use the additional Help functions that are available with a single touch of a button (usually F1 on the PC), or by selecting the Help option, as additional assistance.
Customer Service Faults and Possible Causes The navigation system no longer reacts or is behaving atypically. ► Carry out a reset (see page 32). The navigation system is recognised only as a guest by ActiveSync®. ► See information on page 84. The GPS receiver cannot be initialised or found.
Additional Support If the suggestions in the above section have not solved your problem, please contact our customer service hotline. However, before you contact your customer service hotline, please have the following information available: How is your navigation unit configured? ...
Special CleanUp Function The CleanUp function serves the targeted deletion of data, without using a PC. NOTICE! Please use this function very carefully, because it is possible for data to be deleted that can only be entered again manually afterward. The CleanUp function is activated when the ‘o’...
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Sets the device back to the delivery status in the case of an intact main installation. 6. Format Flash Formats the internal ‘My Flash Disk’ memory. This formatting can be necessary in the case of a prolonged removal of errors. It will be necessary to recalibrate the screen after the formatting function has been carried out.
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9. Auto Mass Storage Here you can control the behaviour of your device when connected to a USB port. In the setting Auto Mass Storage: Off - You can select between mass ® storage and ActiveSync modes. In Auto Mass Storage: On - Your device will automatically be set to the mass storage mode.
Synchronisation with the PC ® ® I. Installing Microsoft ActiveSync In order to transfer data between your PC and your navigation system you need the Microsoft® ActiveSync® program. The cost of the navigation system includes a license for this program which can be found on the CD/DVD.
NOTICE! If it does not function, the Auto Run function is probably deactivated. The Setup program on the CD/DVD must be started, to start installation manually den. ► Choose the language, click then Install ActiveSync® and follow the instructions on the screen. NOTICE! When installing the GoPal Assistant, ActiveSync®...
Mass Storage mode You will be able to use your navigation device as a detachable device (e.g. a USB stick) in the Mass Storage mode. Two drives, the internal memory of the navigation system itself and the (optional) memory card, if it has been inserted into the device, will be connected to do this.
Alternative possibility of charging the battery The battery will charge as soon as you connect your navigation device to a switched-on PC or notebook by means of a USB cable. If a so-called “Y-USB cable” is enclosed with your navigation device, please note that it is generally sufficient when only the data plug on the USB cable is connected to your PC or your notebook.
GPS (Global Positioning System) GPS is a satellite-backed system for determining your position. With the help of 24 satellites revolving around the earth, it is possible to determine your position on earth with the accuracy of a few meters. The satellite signals are received by the antenna of the built-in GPS receiver, which must have a "line of sight"...
Premium TMC (optional) If your navigation system features premium TMC, you will obtain more accurate TMC information provided by NAVTEQ Traffic. Your MEDION GoPal utilizes this information at no extra cost. Depending on your configuration this premium TMC information is made available for the corresponding countries.
Working with Memory Cards Inserting Memory Cards ► Carefully take the optional memory card out of its packing (if included). Take care not to touch or dirty the contacts. ► Insert the memory card carefully into the card bay with contacts pointing forward.
Accessing Memory Cards The appliance only supports memory cards in the FAT16/32 file format. If you insert a card prepared with a different format (e.g. in cameras, MP3 players), your navigation system may not recognise it and will ask you to format it again.
Transfer of card material to a memory card The transfer of additional card material to a memory card can take place through Explorer on your PC via the following steps: ► Insert the CD/DVD with the card material required. ► Start your workstation and select your CD/DVD Drive. ►...
Transferring Installation Files and Map Material to the Internal Memory NOTICE! The navigation system must be connected to a computer by means of ActiveSync® for the transfer of the data. Your device has an internal, permanent memory, which is located in the \My Flash Disk directory.
Maintenance ATTENTION! There are no user-serviceable parts which require cleaning inside the housing of the appliance. You can prolong the life of the appliance by taking the following simple steps: Always remove the power plug and all connecting cables before cleaning. ...
Recycling and Disposal The device and its packaging are recyclable. Packging To avoid damage during transport, the appliance was supplied in protective packaging. The majority of packaging is manufactured from materials which can be disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner and be recycled professionally.
Specifications Parameter Information Power supply CA-051-00U-00 / DDA-5J-05 050100 (Mitac) Power supply cable for a cigarette lighter 12-24V DC, 1A / fuse 2A Input (F2AL/250V) Output 5V / 1A (max.) Battery Li-Ion, 3.7 V Memory card type Micro-SD Bluetooth (optional) Class 2 USB interface USB 2.0...
Model Overview TMC via integrated Model Mikrofon Bluetooth receiver and TMC dipole antenna P5260 P5460 = Equipment available = Equipment not available...
FCC Compliance Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Index A D Accessing Memory cards ... 88 Data exchange ......88 ® ActiveSync -Mode ...... 83 DC AutoSuspend ......78 Additional card material ..... 88 E Aerial Orientation ...... 36 AlarmClock (Wake up function) Electromagnetic Compatibility ... 12 Ending the application ... 69 EMC ...........
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Model Overview ......94 Battery operation ....13 MP3 Player ......... 55 Safety Instructions List of favourites ..... 57 Care of the display ....14 MP3-Player Safety Instructions Bookmarks ......58 Transport ....... 91 Security ........27 N Service Faults and possible causes ..75 Navigation Hotline ........
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Hotline: 0871 37 61 020 (Costs 7p/min from a BT ladline, mobile costs maybe higher) Fax: 01793 71 57 16 To contact us by email please visit the „Service and Support“ section of our website at www.medion.co.uk. www.medion.co.uk MSN 4004 3110...
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