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  • Page 1 NavMate® Navigation System 2.0 User Manual...
  • Page 2 Inc.and its licensors. The contents of this document are for informational use only, and the contents are subject to change without notice. Horizon Navigation, Inc. and its licensors assume no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this book.

  • Page 3: Preface

    Preface Your NavMate Navigation System provides turn-by-turn route guidance while traveling to your destination. Before operating, take a few minutes to review the safety and operating instructions in this manual so you can quickly and safely become familiar with your navigation system’ s many features. This User Manual describes system components, explains the navigation system’...

  • Page 4: Safety Information And Precautions

    Safety Information and Precautions Please read and follow the following safety precautions. WARNING! Failure to follow the instructions below may increase your risk of collision and personal injury. The Please Drive Safely screen is displayed each time the NavMate Navigation System is turned ON as a reminder to make use of the system’ s navigational aids in a safe manner.
  • Page 5 • Do not use the NavMate Navigation System to locate emergency services (such as police, fire stations, hospitals, and clinics). The database may not include all emergency service providers. Use your own best judgment and ask for directions in these situations. •...

  • Page 6: Navmate Navigation System Limited Warranty

    lviii NavMate Navigation System Limited Warranty The NavMate System Limited Warranty is provided by Horizon. Horizon will provide at no cost for the repair or replacement of covered components during the Limited Warranty Period in accordance with the following terms, conditions, and limitations: Eligibility Original and subsequent purchasers of NavMate installed by an Authorized Horizon Distributor, Sales and Service Center or Sales Center are eligible to enforce the conditions...
  • Page 7 • Repairs performed outside of the 50 states and Canada, repairs required because of operation outside of the 50 states and Canada. • Any NavMate installed and repaired by any entity other than an Authorized Horizon Distributor, Sales and Service Center or Sales Center. •...

  • Page 8: Procedures For Obtaining Repair

    NavMate Warrantor, Horizon , through its Customer Service Operations Call Center at 1-866-286- 2831 or write to: Warrantor: Horizon Navigation Inc. 4701 Patrick Henry Drive STE 1301 Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA...

  • Page 9: Portable Navmate Navigation System Limited Warranty

    Portable NavMate Navigation System Limited Warranty The NavMate System Limited Warranty is provided by Horizon. Horizon will provide at no cost for the repair or replacement of covered components during the Limited Warranty Period in accordance with the following terms, conditions, limitations, and exclusions: Eligibility Original and subsequent purchasers of Portable NavMate are eligible to enforce the...

  • Page 10: Procedures For Obtaining Repair

    NavMate Warrantor, Horizon , through its Customer Service Operations Call Center at 1-866-286- 2831 or write to: Warrantor: Horizon Navigation Inc. 4701 Patrick Henry Drive STE 1301 Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA...
  • Page 11 lxiii User Manual...

  • Page 12: Table Of Contents

    lxiv Table of Contents Preface ........... . .iii Safety Information and Precautions .
  • Page 13 Step 2 — Select Destination ........9 Step 3 —...
  • Page 14 lxvi Arrival Screen ..........41 Detours, Off-Route, and Interruptions Detour Options .

  • Page 15: Introduction To Your Navigation System

    The system’ s antenna picks up signals from a constellation of 24 satellites orbiting the earth. Using the signals from several satellites, the GPS receiver inside the system’ s computer calculates your position to within 30 meters. The navigation system’ s sophisticated software and additional sensors are used to provide the highly accurate positioning necessary to provide real-time, turn-by-turn route guidance.

  • Page 16: Computerized Map And Information Database

    Introduction to Your Navigation System odometer and a gyroscope, together with GPS information, to accurately determine vehicle heading and position on a digital map. This information is relayed to you, both verbally and in map-format, during route guidance as you proceed to your selected destination.
  • Page 17 Map and Information Database constantly being updated for completeness and accuracy. While the database was judged to be as accurate as possible at the time of its release, a map database can never be 100% accurate. Roadway information that is maintained in the map databases, such as turning restrictions or road names, changes over time.
  • Page 18 Introduction to Your Navigation System Map CD 4 Map CD 5 Map CD 7 Map CD 8 NavMate Navigation System Map CD 6 Map CD 9...

  • Page 19: Navmate Navigation System

    NavMate Navigation System NavMate Navigation System System Components The following hardware components make up your NavMate: • Wire Harness – connects system to the vehicle’ s electrical system. • Navigation System Computer – includes removable CD featuring digital map and information database, and navigation application software to operate the system.

  • Page 20: Portable Navmate Navigation System

    Introduction to Your Navigation System • Reverse sensor circuit signals when the vehicle is backing up. • A 3 amp fuse protects the navigation system from system fluctuations. • A video display cable connects the computer to the display unit, and an antenna wire connects the GPS antenna to the system.

  • Page 21: Basic Mechanics

    Portable NavMate Navigation System Basic Mechanics • Cigarette lighter adapter from the battery module is used to power the system from vehicle battery. Please note that in some vehicles, NavMate will stay on even when the key is removed from the vehicle. Display unit can be turned off using the ON/OFF switch located on the left side.

  • Page 22: Quick Start

    2 Quick Start Time to get you on the road with your NavMate Navigation System. Follow these five easy steps and you are on your way. Before operating your NavMate, please carefully read WARNING! and follow the instructions provided in the “Safety Information and Precautions”...

  • Page 23: Step 2 - Select Destination

    Press to accept, and the Main Menu screen is displayed. ENTER Note: If a key is not pressed within 10 seconds, the system goes into “sleep” mode and the screen turns gray. The gray screen will turn on only when you are on the Please Drive Safely screen.

  • Page 24: Step 4 - Map/Guide Along Route

    default criteria options. While the navigation system calculates the route to the selected point of interest, a percentage bar indicates progress. Step 4 Map/Guide along Route — Proceed to the highlighted route and drive while the navigation system provides audible and visual guidance to your destination. Step 5 Arrive at Destination —...

  • Page 25: Using Your Navigation System

    What Are All These Buttons? 3 Using Your Navigation System The best way to learn about this product is to explore it, play with it, and get familiar with it while observing the safety precautions discussed earlier in the “Safety Precautions and Information” section of this manual. Once you understand the core buttons —...

  • Page 26: Controls And Buttons

    Figure 1. NavMate Navigation System Display Unit ON/OFF switch on side of unit Main Menu Arrow button buttons Core Buttons Controls and Buttons System Controls There are three system controls on your display unit. They are: • ON/OFF switch – The ON/OFF switch, at the left side of the display unit, enables power to your display unit.

  • Page 27: Function Buttons

    • – Pressing this button displays the Main Menu/Where do you want to MENU go? screen. It is the first step to selecting a destination. Also, system options are accessed from this screen through the • – Pressing this button is integral to all functions within the system. ENTER Upon highlighting or selecting an option or destination, press confirm your selection.
  • Page 28 Table 1. Function Buttons At-A-Glance (Continued) Function Button Return to previous screen. BACK Clear POI character entries. CLEAR Delete address from Address Book or Previous Destination. Cancel route guidance or select detour options. DETR Revise an Address Book entry. EDIT Display the latitude, longitude, and altitude of your current location.

  • Page 29: Navigation Process Flow

    Navigation Process Flow Table 1. Function Buttons At-A-Glance (Continued) Function Button Select map scale. ZOOM Navigation Process Flow All navigation operations begin with the NavMate Navigation System’ s Main Menu/Where do you want to go? screen. From this menu, you have five different options all with the same function: selecting your destination.

  • Page 30: List Mode Vs. Spell Mode

    Figure 2. Navigation Process Flow Select Destination Select Route Criteria Calculate Route List Mode vs. Spell Mode From the Main Menu screen, you have five different ways in which you can select or enter your destination (or add/edit an entry into the address book). Common to all of these ways, are two different types of selection modes.

  • Page 31: When To Use List Mode Or Spell Mode

    List Mode vs. Spell Mode Screen 2. List Mode vs. Spell Mode List Mode Spell Mode When to Use List Mode or Spell Mode When you are selecting a destination or you are adding names to your address book, sometimes using List Mode seems to be the most efficient; other times, Spell Mode seems more efficient.

  • Page 32: Using List Mode

    Table 4 shows the button definitions for List Mode and Spell Mode screens. With just a little practice, using the buttons correctly between the different modes will be a matter of habit. Table 4. Button Definition for List Mode Button Mode List Move up/down list line by line.

  • Page 33: Using Spell Mode

    List Mode vs. Spell Mode no matter what List Mode screen is displayed. Using Spell Mode When you press the button and go into Spell Mode, a screen is displayed SPELL with arrows pointing up, down, and to the right. Use the arrow keys on the display unit to scroll through the alphabet.
  • Page 34 Screen 3. Progressive Screens While Spelling a Name 7. When the name that you are spelling is displayed, use the to highlight the name, then press These steps for selecting a name while in Spell Mode apply across the board, no matter what Spell Mode screen is displayed.

  • Page 35: Selecting A Destination

    Address/Intersection 4 Selecting a Destination Fundamental to getting to your destination is first telling your NavMate Navigation System what your destination is. The following subsections describe the five Main Menu options in detail. The function buttons on the Main Menu Screen are described as follows: Table 5.
  • Page 36 • City Name – If you know the city and street address, select this option. You could use the “Street Name” option instead, but it is quicker and easier if you use the “City Name” option when you know both parts of the address. •...

  • Page 37: Points Of Interest

    Points of Interest The “Point of Interest” option on the Main Menu/Where do you want to go? screen is good for when you are going to a public place, or point of interest (POI) location. You might consider specifying a point of interest when you know the name of a destination, like a shopping mall or restaurant, but you do not know the street name or address.

  • Page 38: By Category

    Screen 7. Select POI Search Method Screen The Select POI Search Method screen offers three different ways to select from all POIs, as shown in Screen 8. The options are described in Table 6. Table 6. Select POI Search Method Screen Options Option By Category List over 40 types of POIs contained in the navigation CD.

  • Page 39: By First Few Letters

    Points of Interest Next, the Select Listing Preference screen is displayed, showing three different ways to sort and select from all POI categories. Screen 9. Select Listing Preferences Screen Refer to Table 7 to determine which sorting preference will work best for you and the POI you are looking for.

  • Page 40: By Both Methods

    Upon selecting the “By First Few Letters” option within the Select POI Search Method screen, the Enter First Few Letters screen is displayed. Spell the first few letters of the POI name to narrow the search. (Refer to “Using Spell Mode”...

  • Page 41: Previous Destination

    Previous Destination “Selecting Route Criteria” on page 31 for more details. Previous Destination The last 10 destinations entered into your navigation system are automatically saved into the memory of the navigation system’ s computer. This capability is helpful when you want to return to a recent destination, such as a hotel where you may be staying.

  • Page 42: Selecting An Address Book Entry As A Destination

    visited destinations. You can have up to 30 address book entries at any one time. Upon selecting the “Address Book” option from the Main Menu/Where do you want to go? screen, you can either: • Select a Destination from those already added to the Address Book. •...

  • Page 43: Freeway Entrance/Exit

    Freeway Entrance/Exit The mechanism to add entries is the same as selecting a destination. For example, to select the destination, you have the following options: • Address/Intersection • Point of Interest • Previous Destination • Freeway Entrance/Exit • Current Location For entering/selecting address book entries, refer to “Selecting a Destination”...
  • Page 44 Screen 14. Select Entrance/Exit Screen Depending on the freeway name previously selected, using the buttons to highlight either “Entrance” or “Exit,” as appropriate. Then, press ENTER A Select Entrance screen (or Select Exit screen, if applicable) is displayed, listing all entrances/on ramps (or exits/off ramps) to the previously selected freeway.

  • Page 45: Selecting Route Criteria

    Freeway Entrance/Exit 5 Selecting Route Criteria Regardless of how you select your destination — whether you select an address, intersection, point of interest, previous destination, address book entry, or freeway entrance or exit — after the destination has been selected, the Select Route Criteria screen is displayed.
  • Page 46 Use the buttons to highlight your selections, then press . The navigation system immediately starts calculating the route and ENTER begins directing you to your destination. Refer to “Route Calculation and Guidance Screens” on page 33 for details on the route calculation and guidance screens displayed when a route has been calculated.

  • Page 47: Route Calculation And Guidance Screens

    Freeway Entrance/Exit 6 Route Calculation and Guidance Screens This section illustrates and explains how to use and interpret information on the navigation system’ s screens once the route has been calculated. The available screens are briefly described as follows: Table 9. Route Calculation and Guidance Screens At-A-Glance Screen Name Route Calculation Screen This screen is displayed when route is being calculated.

  • Page 48: Route Calculation Screen

    Route Calculation and Guidance Screens Route Calculation Screen While the navigation system is calculating a route, a processing screen similar to this appears. The specific destination you selected appears in the center white box. Screen 17. Calculating Route Screen This display lasts for less than 15 seconds when using Quick calculation (as selected for Route Criteria).

  • Page 49: Planned Route Screen

    Screen 18. Please Proceed Screen green triangle shows your vehicle’ s heading and location. yellow arrow shows the direction to be traveled. pink line shows the planned route. Once the vehicle is on the highlighted route, the Please Proceed screen automatically changes to a Guide Display screen, showing the next turn.

  • Page 50: Guide Display Screen

    Route Calculation and Guidance Screens Following is an example of the Planned Route screen. It shows the route’ s turns, streets, and mileage to be traveled. Use the planned route. Screen 19. Progressive Screens When Scrolling through a Planned Route The function buttons on this screen are described as follows: Table 11.

  • Page 51: True View (Intersection) Screen

    Screen 20. Guide Display Screen The function buttons on this screen are described as follows: Table 12. Guide Display Screen Function Buttons Function Button Display the Map Display screen. Audible voice guidance is played (synchronized with screen display). VOICE Show the Current Location screen. HERE Modify the calculated route with “detour”...

  • Page 52: Map Display Screen

    Route Calculation and Guidance Screens Screen 21. True View (Intersection) Screen yellow line/arrow shows upcoming intersection. left-side “ meter” shows distance to intersection. The True View (Intersection) automatically returns to a Guide Display screen once the turn at the intersection has been completed. The function buttons on this screen are described as follows: Table 13.
  • Page 53 Map Display Screen Screen 22. Map Display Screen green triangle shows your vehicle’ s heading and location. yellow arrow shows the direction to be traveled. pink line shows the planned route. distance to destination zoom view level directional heading GPS signal Depending on the landscape that you encounter along your route, the GPS signal might change colors indicating the strength of the signal.

  • Page 54: Current Location Screen

    Route Calculation and Guidance Screens Table 14. Map Display Screen Function Buttons (Continued) Function Button Audible guidance is played (synchronized with screen display). VOICE This button is only available when you are not on a route. Pressing this allows MARK you to add your current location into the Address Book.

  • Page 55: Arrival Screen

    Arrival Screen Screen 24. GPS Current Location Screen Arrival Screen When you are approaching your destination, the destination is shown on the Map Display screen with a “bull’ s-eye” icon. A voice message announces that you are approaching your destination. When you have arrived, the name and address of your destination is displayed.

  • Page 56: Detours, Off-Route, And Interruptions

    Detours, Off-Route, and Interruptions 7 Detours, Off-Route, and Interruptions If you encounter road construction, traffic jams or undesirable roads, the navigation system can quickly calculate the most efficient detour to the currently selected destination. Detour Options With the screen in the Guide Display mode, press the Menu screen, similar to the Select Route Criteria screen (refer to “Selecting Route Criteria”...

  • Page 57: Off-Route Procedures

    Off-Route Procedures Table 15. Select Detour Criteria Options (Continued) Option Avoid Next Road Avoid next road in your planned route. Upon selecting this option, the route is immediate recalculated. Detour X Miles Recalculate a route away from the planned route for a certain number of miles.
  • Page 58 Detours, Off-Route, and Interruptions • If the ignition is not turned OFF or the Cigarette Lighter Adapter is plugged in (in the case of Portable NavMate) – Simply return to the highlighted route or a nearby road. The NavMate Navigation System will recalculate your route.

  • Page 59: Trail Mode

    8 Trail Mode When you use the “Trail Mode” feature with your NavMate Navigation System, your system becomes a compass-like tool for off-roading adventures. You can go off-road and the system keeps track of mid-route “way point” references which are stored in memory for returning on your path. The collective way points make up a saved Trail Book entry in case you want to return to the same trail later.
  • Page 60 2. A Blazing Trails screen is displayed, showing a map display of where you begin your off-road trek. As you progress on your trail, a dotted line represents your trail. Screen 28. Progressive Blazing Trails Screens 3. Before driving too far, press the 4.
  • Page 61 Route Interruption Screen 30. Name Trail Book Entry Screen 7. Upon entering a new Trail Book entry, the Trail Book screen is again displayed, listing your new Trail Book entry. Screen 31. New Trail Listed in Trail Book Screen By selecting a trail from within the Trail Book screen, and pressing the button, you can review (edit or delete) the Way Points list for that ENTER particular trail entry at any time.

  • Page 62: Portable Mode

    9 Portable Mode Portable NavMate Navigation system uses GPS signals and internal sensors to determine location of the vehicle. This allows the system to be easily transported from one vehicle to another. To turn the Portable Mode ‘ on’ , just press on the Main Menu, then use the arrow keys to select Portable.
  • Page 63 Screen 34. GPS Signal Lost Screen and temporary Map Screen User Manual...

  • Page 64: 10 Option Menu

    10 Option Menu After using your NavMate Navigation System for a while, you may want to explore and adjust some of the available system options. From the Main Menu screen, press the button and the Option Menu screen is displayed. Screen 35.

  • Page 65: System Information

    System Information • Volume – Indicates the volume level. Use the decrease volume. • Auto Reroute – When ON, automatically recalculates a route if you miss a turn. When OFF, you have the option to re-enter a new route. Default is ON. Use the button to highlight or change any selections.
  • Page 66 The options are described as follows: • Position Adjustment – Select this option to display a map showing an arrow icon indicating your vehicle’ s current position. If you need to change the icon’ s position, use the return to the Main Menu screen. Destinations will be calculated from the new position.
  • Page 67 NavMate Navigation System...

  • Page 68: User Manual

    NavMate® 2.0 User Manual Horizon Navigation, Inc. 4701 Patrick Henry Drive Suite 1301 Santa Clara, CA 95054 www.HorizonNav.com Copyright 1999 Horizon Navigation August 29, 2003 - Rev. 1 NavMate Navigation System...

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