Magellan RoadMate 1412 User Manual

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Magellan® RoadMate™ 1412

Adjustable Mount

Basic Cradle

Adhesive Mounting Disk

Vehicle Power Adapter Cable

User Manual CD-ROM

The Magellan RoadMate has an internal battery that

may need to be charged the first time it is used.

The battery will begin charging as soon as power is

supplied to the Magellan RoadMate through the

vehicle power receptacle. (When the light on the

vehicle power adapter illuminates, it is properly

connected to 12 VDC. Note some vehicles require that

the ignition be on before power is delivered to the

vehicle power receptacle.)

The Magellan logo, Magellan, and Magellan RoadMate are

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Page 1 Adhesive Mounting Disk Vehicle Power Adapter Cable User Manual CD-ROM The Magellan RoadMate has an internal battery that may need to be charged the first time it is used. The battery will begin charging as soon as power is supplied to the Magellan RoadMate through the vehicle power receptacle.
Page 2 Be sure to check your local laws before mounting the Magellan RoadMate to the windshield. Please note: Accessories shown here may differ slightly from the accessories provided with your Magellan RoadMate. Snap the adjustable mount into the cradle. Attach the mount to the windshield or the adhesive disk.
Page 3 RoadMate is computing position information. Residents of Hawaii, Canada and Puerto Rico To use the Magellan Road Mate in Hawai i, Canada or Puerto Rico you wi II need to select the proper map region. Region selection can be found by accessing the Main Menu and tapping User Options and then Region.
Page 4 Please do not return this product to the place of purchase without first contacting Magellan Technical Support at www.magellanGPS.com/supportl. For questions on using the Magellan RoadMate 1412, please refer to the reference card or the CD-ROM supplied with this product.
Page 5 , - On • Button e:HAGElLAtb • Reset • USB port. Maaellan RoadMate (External Power Connection) MMC Card Slot © 2008 Magellan Navigation, Inc. All rights reserved. The Magellan logo, QuickSpell, Magellan, and Magellan RoadMate are trademarks of Magellan Navigation, Inc,...
Page 6 Zoom in. The Map screen will be Search for POls on You may need to relocate the Magellan RoadMate in your vehicle Accesses Current displayed and you will be to have a better view of the sky. Satellite Status. Tap to display additional satellite...
Page 7 0> S i T • Shopping Au!itntlianFood The Magellan RoadMate takes the upcoming exits and AIrports computes which restaurants, gas stations, and hotels are near the exit. If there are no pals for a category near Use Address, Address (if subcategories are available) I"...
Page 8 Time Zone: Choose your local time lone. Select 'Daylight Savings' when applicable to your area. (Note: the Magellan RoadMate does not automati- cally change the dayl ight savi ngs setti ng.) Units of Measure: Select either 'Miles/Feet' or 'Kilometers/Meters' to assign the units of measure.
Page 9: User Manual
Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773...
Page 10: Important Safety Warnings
The Magellan RoadMate is a vehicle-navigation aid designed to assist you in arriving to your selected destinations. When using the Magellan RoadMate, these safety rules must be followed to prevent accidents that can result in injury or death to yourself or others: •...
Page 11: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
The Magellan RoadMate must be installed and operated at a distance no closer then 8 inches (20 cm) from the user. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Page 12 © 2008 Magellan Navigation, Inc. All rights reserved. The Magellan Logo, Magellan, Magellan RoadMate, TrueView, SmartDetour, and SmartVolume are trademarks of Magellan Navigation, Inc. No part of this user manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use, without the prior written permission of Magellan Navigation, Inc.
Page 13: Table Of Contents
Attach the Cradle to the Swivel Mount ..............10 Secure the Swivel Mount to the Windshield or Adhesive Disk ........10 Attaching the Magellan RoadMate to the Cradle ............11 Adjust the Mount for Optimum Viewing ..............11 Connecting Power ....................11 Check Connection and Final Adjustments ...............
Page 14 Deleting a Previous Destination ................. 24 Address Book .......................25 Accessing an Address in Your Address Book ............25 Routing to an Address in Your Address Book ............25 Editing an Address in Your Address Book............25 Table of Contents Magellan RoadMate 1412...
Page 15 Routing to a POI Near an Approaching Freeway Exit ..........37 Cancelling a Route ..................37 Detouring off a Route ..................37 Changing the Route Method ................38 Trip Planner .......................... 39 Creating a Trip ....................39 Table of Contents Magellan RoadMate 1412...
Page 16 Setting Text-To-Speech Use ................51 Viewing Technical GPS Information ..............51 Setting the GPS Position .................. 52 Backing Up and Restoring Data ................ 52 Backing Up Data ..................... 52 Restoring Data ....................52 Viewing Map Information .................. 53 Table of Contents Magellan RoadMate 1412...
Page 17: Table Of Contents
The Magellan RoadMate has a built-in battery so in most cases you will be able to follow these instructions while reading them on your computer screen without plugging the Magellan RoadMate to AC power.
Page 18: Magellan Roadmate 1412
Power Button Reset Button USB connector. Power input from vehicle power adapter cable or AC power adapter (+5 VDC / 2A). SD Card slot Magellan RoadMate 1412...
Page 19: Fundamentals
The On/Off button is located on the bottom right side of the Magellan RoadMate as shown in the Overview chapter. Turning the Magellan RoadMate On Press and hold the On/Off button for 1-2 seconds. Read the Warnings and tap Turning the Magellan RoadMate Off Press and hold the On/Off button for 1-2 seconds.
Page 20: Changing The Volume From User Options
This prolongs the battery life between charges. It can be turned off by tapping on the checkbox. The Main Menu screen is the center for all the available functions for the Magellan RoadMate. The Main Menu consists of two pages with large, easy to access icons.
Page 21: Main Menu
Show Map: Displays the map with your current position (if computing a position from the GPS signals) indicated by the blue triangle. See the Map Screen chapter for details. Enter Address: Displays Enter Address menu. Addresses can be entered by first entering the city, zip code, or by selecting a city from a list of cities you have already used as destinations.
Page 22: Main Menu
User Options: Accesses the User Options menu. This menu can be used to access functions used to customize the Magellan RoadMate to your personal needs. Home: If you have created a Home address, press the Home button for quick access for routing to your home.
Page 23: The Keypad
Understanding the keypad while entering an address is an important part of using your Magellan RoadMate. The keypad is the most common means of entering data into the Magellan RoadMate. Special Keys Alphabetic Keypad Numeric Keypad Symbols Keypad Spacebar Backspace...
Page 24: Notes On Entering Data
If you are having trouble getting the results you expected here are a few useful tips. • Make sure that you have spelled the name correctly. If you are unsure of the spelling, just enter a few characters and tap “OK”. A long list of names will be displayed but you can step through the list and probably be able to find the correct spelling.
Page 25: Installation Instructions
Make sure that the Magellan RoadMate nor any cabling will be disturbed in the event that the airbags are deployed. (no tools required) Please note that the swivel mount supplied with the Magellan RoadMate may be different then the one shown in this document. Installation...
Page 26: Cleaning The Area
Use the alcohol pad that came with the Magellan RoadMate to clean the area on the windshield or dash that has been selected for mounting the Magellan RoadMate. Let the area dry completely. (Skip if mounting directly to the windshield.) Remove the protective tape from the back of the adhesive disk.
Page 27: Attaching The Magellan Roadmate To The Cradle
Tighten the adjusting knobs on the swivel mount to hold the Magellan RoadMate firmly in place. Press the power button again to turn the Magellan RoadMate off and turn the ignition switch to the vehicle to off. The Magellan RoadMate is connected and ready for use.
Page 28: Security
It is recommended that the Magellan RoadMate is not left in plain view while unattended for reasons of theft. Please note that the Magellan RoadMate is a receiver only and does not transmit GPS location signals. The receiver nor the vehicle can be tracked using the Magellan RoadMate.
Page 29: Map Screen
The most commonly used screen will be the Map screen. Whether on a route or just travelling around town, chances are the Map screen will be displayed. There are two unique modes that the Map screen can be displayed in; normal and routing. In normal mode, your position is shown on the map along with the time and your speed.
Page 30 In routing mode additional information is displayed providing detailed information about the route you’ve selected. Street name currently on. Direction indicator. Tap to view the Current Location screen where you can save your position into your Address Book. Zoom out POI icon.
Page 31: Accessing The Map Screen
Accessing the Map Screen On the Main Menu, tap The map is normally displayed in 3D mode but you can set the map to 2D mode if so desired. Choose the mode that is best suited for you. In 2D mode, you can pan across the map looking for a location to route to or save in your address book.
Page 32: Routing To A Panned Position
When the details for this address are acceptable, tap If you want to now route to this address tap or if you are done tap to exit panning and return the icon to your current position. Routing to a Panned Position Pan the map until the icon crosshairs are over the location you want to route to.
Page 33: Maneuver List Screen
Tap on the item in the list with the street you want to try and avoid. Confirm the exclusion by tapping on . (Tap the back arrow to cancel.) The Magellan RoadMate recalculates the route and displays the Maneuver List with the newly computed maneuvers. The GPS Status screen is also accessed from the Map screen and displays the status of the GPS satellites in a graphical format.
Page 34: Accessing The Gps Status Screen
From the Map screen, tap the GPS Signal Strength icon in the upper right corner. Tap on the back arrow to return to the Map screen. There are 23 zoom levels in the Magellan RoadMate, ranging from 100 feet to 1200 miles. Select the zoom level that best suits your needs.
Page 35: Home Address
Your home address can be entered and saved in the Magellan RoadMate for quick and easy access when you need to create a route home. Creating a Home Address These instructions only apply if you have never entered a home address or if it has been deleted.
Page 36: Accessing The Home Address From The Address Book
When the Address screen is displayed, edit the information and top to continue. The new HOME address is saved in your address book and you are returned to the Main Menu screen. Accessing the Home Address from the Address Book From the Main Menu, tap the icon.
Page 37: Enter Address
The Enter Address function is used to create a route from a newly entered address, an address in your address book or to an intersection of two streets. While creating an address the first step is to indicate what city the address is in. This can be done by inputting the name of the city, entering the zip code for the city or by selecting a city that has been previously used.
Page 38 With the city selected, the keypad will be displayed asking for the street name. Use the keypad with QuickSpell to enter the street name. Enter the first few characters of the street name and tap OK or continue entering characters until the list of streets is displayed. You can use street prefixes (N, E, W, S, etc.) if desired.
Page 39: My Addresses
Use the scroll bars to the right if necessary to view the name of the street desired. Tap on the street name to continue. Use the keypad to enter the street number for the address. Note in the top left corner is the range of acceptable street numbers.
Page 40: Routing To A Previous Destination (Method 2)
Routing to a Previous Destination (Method 2) From the Main Menu, tap the icon. Tap on the icon. Tap on Select the destination from the list of previous destinations. Tap on Select the Route Method and tap the orange button. Saving a Previous Destination to Your Address Book From the Main Menu, tap the icon.
Page 41: Address Book
It is possible to delete all of the destinations in the Previous Destination List by accessing User Options > Address Book Options > Clear Previous. Accessing an Address in Your Address Book From the Main Menu, tap the icon. Tap on the icon.
Page 42: Accessing An Address From Favorites
Favorite addresses operate the same as other addresses in your address book. Addresses in your address book can be marked as favorites to speed up the search for commonly used addresses. Accessing an Address from Favorites From the Main Menu, tap the icon.
Page 43: Creating A New Entry To You Address Book By Entering An Address
From the Main Menu, tap the icon. Tap on the icon. Tap on Tap on The Map screen is displayed in 2D mode. Use your finger or stylus to pan around the map. When the crosshair icon is over the location you want to add to your address book, tap in the center of the crosshairs.
Page 44: Creating A New Entry To You Address Book From By Intersections
Entering an Address. Tap on the street from the list of streets. Search for the second street the same as in step 6. However, the Magellan RoadMate uses QuickSpell to allow you to select only streets that intersect with the street selected in step 6.
Page 45 Entering an Address. Tap on the street from the list of streets. Search for the second street the same as in step 6. However, the Magellan RoadMate uses QuickSpell to allow you to select only streets that intersect with the street selected in step 6.
Page 46: Points Of Interest (Poi)
The Magellan RoadMate has POIs preloaded that can be used as a destination for a route. Selecting a restaurant or finding an ATM nearby is at your fingertips. POIs are categorized into unique categories from gas stations to wineries. Most, but not all categories are further organized into subcategories.
Page 47: Creating A Route To A Poi By Name
Enhanced POIs are points of interest that are user-created using the POI Manager software found on the CD-ROM. POI files created with the Magellan POI Manager software can be saved to the SD card in the Magellan RoadMate.
Page 48: Selecting Categories For Display On The Map
Select Select Select the POI file to be loaded from the list of available POI files by tapping on the file name. Selecting Categories for Display on the Map A POI file must be loaded (see Loading a POI File) for this function to operate. From the Main Menu, tap the icon.
Page 49: Setting Alarm Parameters
Use the checkbox to the left of the category name to select or deselect the category. (Checked means this category will have its alarms turned on.) to check all categories or to uncheck all categories. when done. Setting Alarm Parameters An enhanced POI can have an alarm that will alert you when you are in range set by “Alert Parameters.”...
Page 50: Saving An Enhanced Poi To Your Address Book
Saving an Enhanced POI to Your Address Book A POI file must be loaded (see Loading a POI File) for this function to operate. From the Main Menu, tap the icon. Select Select Select Select the category containing the POI you want to route to from the category list. Select (near your current position) or (requires entering the POI...
Page 51: Travelling On A Route
There is also a bell that will alert you where the maneuver is to be performed. (This tone can be changed in User Options > Tone Options.) As a maneuver is approached, the Magellan RoadMate displays a split-screen alerting you of the upcoming maneuver.
Page 52: You Have Arrived
A route to a Previous Destination (Street Address) • A route to a street intersection (Street Address) • A route to a POI preloaded in the Magellan RoadMate (Points of Interest) • A trip (a route with multiple destinations) (Trip Planner) •...
Page 53: Special Routing Functions
When a route is active, the Main Menu functions are changed to support special routing functions. Routing to a POI Near an Approaching Freeway Exit Note: This function is available only while on a freeway. Also, when you create a route to a POI near an exit, the original route will be cancelled.
Page 54: Changing The Route Method
Changing the Route Method If you travel off the computed route, the Magellan RoadMate will automatically re-calculate the routing information to get you to your original destination using the routing method you selected when creating the route. However, if you want to change the routing method (while on or off the route), you will need to use the re-route function.
Page 55: Trip Planner
The Trip Planner is used to create a route with multiple destinations. In this document we refer to a route with multiple destinations as a “Trip”. Creating a Trip From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the icon. Select from the Trip Planner Menu.
Page 56: Optimizing A Trip
The list of trip destinations is displayed. 10. Tap on the destination name to bring up the menu or tap Append. 11. Repeat steps 5 though 9 until the trip is complete with all desired destinations. 12. Tap Optimizing a Trip While creating a trip or editing a trip you can optimize the order of the destinations but using the Optimize button.
Page 57: Starting A Trip
Starting a Trip From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the icon. Select from the Trip Planner Menu. Select the trip to be used from the stored trips list. Tap on the destination in the list to be used to as the first destination in the trip.
Page 58 From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the icon. Select from the Trip Planner Menu. Select the trip to be renamed from the stored trips list. Use the keypad to edit the name of the trip. Trip Planner...
Page 59: Exit Pois
The Exit POI function provides a way of accessing commonly used POIs that are near an exit you are approaching while travelling on a freeway. Exit POIs include restaurants, gas stations and hotels. Exit POIs can be accessed while on a route or just driving, as long as you are on a freeway. Routing to a POI Near an Approaching Freeway Exit Note: This function is available only while on a freeway.
Page 60: User Options
Use User Options to customize the Magellan RoadMate to better suit your needs from a GPS navigator. Tapping the arrow from any of the User Option screens will cancel the changes. Selecting Map Region Choose the map region you will be travelling in.
Page 61: Adjusting The Display Brightness
Magellan RoadMate without external power. Setting Auto Power Off Time The auto power setting will define the time that the Magellan RoadMate will automatically turn off if it hasn’t moved or the touchscreen accessed. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap...
Page 62: Selecting Units Of Measure
Selecting Units of Measure From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap Select Displaying Contact Us Information From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap arrow. Displaying Product Information From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap to view additional product information. to return to page 1.
Page 63: Performing Diagnostics
Performing Diagnostics From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap When done, tap the arrow to exit. Accessing the Trip Computer The trip computer records your average speed, the time in hours of the trip, the time in hours that you were driving, and the distance of the trip.
Page 64: Selecting Pois To Be Displayed On The Map
Selecting POIs to be Displayed on the Map In some areas the map can be cluttered with POIs making it difficult to find what you are looking for. Use POI Selection to set what categories of icons will be shown and which ones will be hidden. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap Tap on the POI category in the list to toggle its display setting on or off.
Page 65: Setting The Map Display To Heading Up Or North Up
Setting the Map Display to Heading Up or North Up The map can be displayed with the top of the display in the direction of your heading or North. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap Select . (Note, North Up is available only when the map is set to 2D mode.) to record the changes and exit.
Page 66: Setting Detour Options
Using the Simulator When turned on, the simulator will offer the option of simulating movement on a route. Useful for learning about the Magellan RoadMate while not driving. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap . When checked, the Magellan RoadMate will ask if you want the route simulated when it is created.
Page 67: Setting Tone Options
to end simulating the current route you are simulating. (The Simulate button is presently not active.) arrow to record the changes and exit. Setting Tone Options Provides a way of selecting the tone used to announce arrival at a maneuver or destination. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap Select to record the changes and exit.
Page 68: Setting The Gps Position
From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap Insert a SD or MMC card with available space into the SD slot of the Magellan RoadMate. Note that backing up data will overwrite any back up files on the SD or MMC card.
Page 69: Viewing Map Information
Operation successful! Tap arrow to exit. Viewing Map Information From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap arrow to exit. User Options...
Page 70 Magellan® RoadMate™ 1412...
Page 71 Thank you for purchasing a Magellan GPS navigation system. If you experience any technical difficulties or have any questions on its use, please log onto our support page at www.magelianGPS.comlsupporV. If you are still unable to resolve your problem, you may contact our Technical Support Dept.
Page 72 ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL CONSUMER PURCHASER OF THIS PRODUCT, In the event of a defect, Magellan wi II, at its option, repair or replace the hardware product with a product of like kind or quality, which may be new or reconditioned, with no charge to the pur- chaser for parts or labor.
Page 73 CENTER NOT AUTHORIZED BY MAGELLAN WILL VOID THIS WARRANTY. PURCHASER'S DUTIES To obtain service on a Magellan product the purchaser must obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number from Magellan Technical Support or by submitting a repair request through our website at www.magellanGPS.com.prior to shipping.
Page 74 GPS or GLONASS transmission.). Opening, dismantling or repairing of this product by anyone other than an authorized Magellan Service Center will void this warranty. 6. EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES MAGELLAN SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER OR ANY...
Page 75 7. COMPLETE AGREEMENT This written warranty is the complete, final and exclusive agree- ment between Magellan and the purchaser with respect to the qual- ity of performance of the goods and any and all warranties and representations. THIS WARRANTY SETS FORTH ALL OF MAGEL- LAN'S RESPONSIBILITIES REGARDING THIS PRODUCT.
Page 76 (i i) Customer sha II use the Software solely to down load data from that computer for use solely with a single Magellan fami Iy handheld GPS receiver, and shall not sell, trade, lease, rent or hire out the...
Page 77 Magellan (and, where applicable, its third party suppliers) retain all rights to the Software and any software program(s) embedded into same and supplied by Magellan under license from third party sup- pliers, including NAVTEQ North America, LLC and Tele Atlas N.V.
Page 78 Any and all intellectual prop- erty rights in or to the Software and Documentation shall be and remain the sole property of Magellan, and any and all intellectual property rights in or to any Third Party Software shall be and remain the sole property of the applicable third party supplier.
Page 79 Customer shall delete and/or destroy all Soft- ware, Third Party Software and Documentation and any copies thereof. 8.3Remedies not Limited. The exercise of any termination right under th is Artic Ie 8 by Magellan shall not lim it or prejud ice any...
Page 80 Magellan to recover damages or other rights or remedies, or give rise to any right or recovery by Customer. 9.lndemnification. Customer shall indemnify Magellan and its third party suppliers against any claims related to Customer's use of the Software, Third Party Software and Documentation, including clai ms for loss of data and busi ness interru ption.
Page 81 United States government, Customer shall contact Magellan at the appropriate Magellan address set forth on the first page of this Agreement for a copy of the additional terms and conditions govern-...

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