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Version: V1.02 July 2006 Registered info HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc. All other trademarks belong to each registered companies. Note Contents of this manual will be modified without further notice. The products operating temperature is between 0°C ~ 40°C; please do not operate under extreme temperatures.
Safety Precautions • Use the power adapter included with the package, using power adapters other than the one provided will result in malfunction and could prove dangerous. • The device should only be used with the supplied batteries. • About the power adapter •...
Technical Support • If there are any questions regarding the use of this product, please logon to the website www.holux.com and see the FAQ. • If answers cannot be found on the website, please send us an e-mail at info@holux.com.tw, stating your query and location.
Table of Contents Safety Precautions...i Warranty Statement ...ii Technical Support...iii Maintenance Service...iii Preface ...1 Symbols ...1 Important Notice ...1 Other Functions ...2 First time use...3 Copyright ... 3 Important Notice ... 3 Package Contents ...4 Basic Operation ...5 Introduction ... 5 Getting Started ...7 SD memory card installation...
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Entering the Operation Menu ... 15 Setting...16 System Settings... 16 Music Playback Function... 21 Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards... 21 Starting music playback... 21 Image Browsing Function... 23 Using the CD ...24 Troubleshooting...24 System reset ... 24 Quick Troubleshooting ... 25 Normal Care and Maintenance...
Preface We appreciate your purchase of the GPSmile 52. Please read all instructions thoroughly for a full understanding of the products’ features. Symbols For fast reference to the data you wish to find, this manual uses the following symbols. This icon means to take note to messages and to read for while during use.
• Do not leave this unit under your front windshield after you leave the vehicle. Exposure to high temperatures might be dangerous and cause overheating to the battery, resulting in malfunction of the device. • Window tinting might interfere with the reception of satellite signals. We recommend you install a vehicle antenna to strengthen and stabilize the signal.
First time use Copyright Without the written consent of HOLUX Technology, Inc, this manual including the product and the software may not be duplicated, transmitted, recorded or saved on storage devices; nor shall it be translated under any circumstances into any other languages.
Package Contents Your product should include the following accessories: NAV-52 Unit In Vehicle Bracket Bracket fixing Home / Travel Adapter SD Memory Card Car Adapter (Optional) (Optional) CD-ROM Quick Guide GPSmile52...
Basic Operation Introduction Front View Charging indicator LED Charging: Red Full: Green Rear View Stylus 3.5” TFT LCD with touch screen Speaker System power switch I/O interface GPSmile52...
Left Side Right Side Top View Note: The Menu button is only functional during GPS navigation. GPSmile52 External Antenna port USB port Stylus SD card slot Reset button Power button Menu button...
Getting Started If you are a first-time system user, the following explanations will help you quickly understand the system operations, and experience the system’s powerful and convenient functions. SD memory card installation This unit is equipped with a SD memory card slot; you can purchase SD (Secure Digital) Cards to expand the memory capacity.
Using the stylus This unit can be controlled easily though the touch screen. The stylus is an assist tool for operating this unit and is concealed in a pen slot at the rear. Pull out to use. Stylus I/O interface The I/O interface has five pins, and each pin function is described as below.
Charging Using Home / Travel adapter: Before using the device for the first time, we strongly suggest you use a fully charged battery. Insert the USB connector into the unit. Plug the adapter into a power outlet. Using the car charger: While using the device in a vehicle, use the included car charger for long periods of usage.
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This device uses a built-in rechargeable battery, please note the following: • Please do not charge in a hot environment, such as on a balcony or expose to direct sunlight. • Do not wait until the battery is depleted to recharge. •...
Using the In Vehicle Bracket The included in vehicle bracket set can be securely suctioned on the front windshield, or using the adhesive plate, securing on top of the glove compartment. This device will effectively secure the GPS unit in the vehicle. Follow the procedures below to secure the bracket: Follow the arrows and stable the unit into the in-vehicle bracket fitting holes to secure.
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Bend the bracket support to a proper angle. Suction the vehicle bracket securely to the windshield, ensuring its base is resting firmly on the dashboard. Follow the directions to insert the bracket into the slots on the bracket, and slide to fix the set The in vehicle bracket assembly is complete.
Operating Methods Startup For first time use, please turn the system power switch at the rear side On. Press and hold the power button for about two seconds to turn on the power. Note: Before the first time use, please switch the system power on. Shutdown While power is on, press the power button to turn off power.
Using Functions During the first startup, the screen will show the main screen consisting of four functions: navigation, music, photo, and settings. Directly select the icon onscreen to use the function. Loads the navigation program and navigation screen Note: If the SD card with navigator software is inserted, the system will enter GPS function automatically after startup.
Function Menu The function menu is the main function window other than the navigation screen and includes system settings, navigation settings, schedule plans, GPS status, MP3, image browsing. Entering the Operation Menu Under the navigation screen, press the Menu button to enter the operational menu.
Setting The setting function gives you the ability to adjust the basic system options, including time settings, volume control, screen calibration, startup message, backlight setting, version info, and GPS reset etc. You can modify the settings according to personal preferences. System Settings Time After system startup, select [Setting] from the main screen to go into...
Select to confirm, or select Select to return to main menu screen. Volume Under the settings window, control the volume directly with the scroll bar. There are six levels of volume in total. Startup Message Under the settings window, select the Warning Voice On or Off for whether the startup message is to be broadcast.
Stylus Adjustment Control of the unit is accomplished primarily through the stylus by touching/writing on the screen. If the system cannot correctly identify your stylus’ input, please run through the screen calibration procedure. From the settings window, select [Stylus Adjustment] to start the screen calibration procedure.
Backlight Settings The backlight settings will adjust the brightness of the backlight and the auto-off time. Under the settings window, select Backlight to enter the backlight settings window. Select the time to turn off backlight when running off the battery / external power (1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min, Always On).
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Version 1. Under the settings window, select Version to enter the version window. 2. The screen display will show the version information and instructions for operation of music playback and image browsing functions. 3. Select to exit the Version screen. GPSmile52...
Music Playback Function This unit has an MP3 Music Playback function that is capable of playing back MP3 files stored on SD memory cards. Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards On your computer, you must first convert the music from an audio CD into MP3 files, then save them onto the SD memory card.
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The Music Playback Window. Use the buttons to control each playback function. Play Next Stop Previous Repeat mode Battery indicator Timer GPSmile52 Volume up Volume down Repeat mode indicator Progress Bar Volume display Exit...
Image Browsing Function The system has an Image Browsing function that is capable of displaying images/photographs stored on SD memory cards. All the files need to be stored under the Image directory, and the file format needs to be “*.jpg”. Insert the SD memory card with stored image files into the SD memory card slot on the unit.
Using the CD Troubleshooting System reset Only under extremely few circumstances will it be required to reboot the system. Reset your system if the following situations occur: Heavy lag experienced with screen refresh or operations, resulting in an inoperable system. Cannot turn off the system with power button.
Quick Troubleshooting Power Cannot startup Screen No screen displayed Display speed is too slow Screen has no response Navigation GPS cannot display my current location Normal Care and Maintenance To ensure the unit’s normal operation and extended life span, please note the following while using and storing: Keep dry This product is not waterproof.
Keep away from strong magnetic fields When using or storing, please keep away from strong electromagnetic/radioactive or magnetic field equipment. Operating temperature The products operating temperature is between 0°C ~ 40°C; please do not operate under extreme temperatures. Avoid exposure to sunlight Please avoid long periods of sunlight or high temperature exposure.
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