Operating Environment Important Safety Notice Before you use this device for the first time, please read the following notes in this manual and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with handling electronic devices. Keep this manual safe for future reference. If you sell the device or pass it on, it is essential you hand over this manual also.
Never connect the car charger cable or the USB cable to other devices. Please note that this navigation system and the supplied car charger are not suitable for trucks. Do not use the car charger in a truck. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Rechargeable Battery Rechargeable Battery This device uses a high-end Lithium-Polymer battery. This battery should only be removed or replaced by an authorized service centre. Under very rare conditions, sparks may appear at the contacts causing any explosive and/or inflammable gases to ignite. Therefore we recommend that you do not use the device in dangerous areas such as fuel stations and to power it off.
Vehicle Directive 2004/104/EC and the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC. You’ll find the signed CE Declaration of Conformity on the website www.service.targa.co.uk under Targa Automotive/Targa PNA-E3540N/Manuals as well as at the end of this User’s Manual. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Disposal of Old Devices Disposal of Old Devices If the product is labelled with a crossed-out waste bin, it is subject to the European Guideline 2002/96/EC. All electric and electronic devices must be disposed of separately from household waste at established bodies.
Disposal of Old Devices Introduction Thank you for choosing this high-end Targa product. The navigation device PNA-E3540N enables accurate navigation to your destination using different configurations. The device can store multiple destinations as well as your home address, and when traveling in unknown areas you can navigate to POIs (points of interest) to find places according to different search criteria.
If necessary, clean the display with a damp cloth. Never use any abrasive detergents: use water only. Take care to dry all remaining wetness in order to avoid any drops accumulating on the display. These can generate sediments and produce colour distortions. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
General Operation Notes General Operation Notes Please always bear in mind that the Road Traffic Act always has priority over any instructions output by your navigation device. Do not operate the device while driving. Charging the Battery If the capacity of the built-in battery becomes low, the following will appear in the upper right-hand corner of the display: Recharge the battery in your car or using a computer by means of the USB cable.
Do not use the car charger in a truck. In order to protect your device from any sudden voltage surges, connect the car charger cable after you have started your car engine. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Charging the Battery 2.5.2 Recharging from a Computer Plug the Mini-USB connector of the USB cable [page 13, item 4] into the receptacle [page 14, item 4] of your navigation device. Plug the USB connector of the cable into a USB port on your computer.
Save any changes and power the device off by briefly pressing the On/Off button [page 14, item.1] prior to removing the memory card otherwise loss of data may occur. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Car mount Car mount To install the navigation device on its car mount, first install the supplied adapter plate [page 13, item 2] on the car mount. Then press the suction pad of the car mount against the windshield and fix it by turning the lock.
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Do not install the car mount (with or without the navigation device) within the operating area of the vehicle’s airbag and install the car mount so that the driver’s view is not obstructed. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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Car mount Once the car mount has been fixed in place you can insert the navigation device into the adapter plate. The noses on the adapter plate must fit into the corresponding holes of the navigation device (see figure, arrow 1). In order to orientate the navigation device to the correct viewing angle, move the flexible gooseneck of the car mount to the desired position.
2.8.2 Powering Off Completely To power the device off completely, slide the On/Off switch [page 14, item 1] into the OFF position. This will not save any changes. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
First-time Setup First-time Setup Prior to using the device for the first time, charge the battery completely. The device can also charge the battery while it's powered off. Slide the device’s On/Off switch [page 14, item 1] from the center position to the ON position and hold it there for a few seconds.
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Use the Skip button to continue with the First-Time Setup. You can also open the Help at anytime after the First-Time Setup. To do this, tap Settings from the main menu, navigate to the third screen page and then tap Help. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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First-time Setup Read the operation notice and tap I agree. Upon delivery the device has several maps already installed. If necessary, you can install more maps from the supplied DVD. The internal memory of the device is limited. Therefore it is not possible to install all country maps.
Up or Down to move the list up or down. This Slider allows choosing a value between a minimum and maximum. To do this, use the stylus to tap and hold the mark and slide it to the desired position. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
General Operation Notes Checkboxes allow you to enable or disable additional options. Tap on the checkbox to place a checkmark in it or to remove the checkmark. It is possible to select multiple or all options shown. Radio buttons are used to select one of multiple options by tapping the corresponding radio button.
General Operation Notes 2.10.3 Adjusting the Volume You can set a default volume and a volume for high speed driving. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Tap Settings. Tap Volume settings. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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General Operation Notes Use the upper slider to adjust the default volume and the lower slider to adjust the volume for higher speed. Here you determine the speed threshold from which the high-speed volume will apply. To do this, tap Options. Use the on-screen keypad to enter a speed value and tap Done to confirm.
Settings menu. Disabled touch tones. The button sound will be disabled unless you enable it again by following the same procedure to tap the icon Enable touch tones. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
GPS Connection GPS Connection This navigation device uses the Global Positioning System (GPS). It receives the signals sent from multiple GPS satellites and processes them to determine the position on a digitised map. The navigation device displays detailed information about the reception quality and the current position (see page 98).
Browse map Here you can edit a programmed route, for instance to avoid a traffic jam or to enter a waypoint. Alternative route The Settings menu offers multiple options to customise your device to your needs. Settings Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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The GPS Main Menu Here you can retrieve detailed information about the set route. Route Here you can plan routes and save them. If required, you can insert waypoints to be visited in sequence. Itinerary This option gives access to the POI menu. You can enter custom POIs, edit or delete any existing POIs and determine what POIs should be displayed.
Select the country where your destination city is located by tapping on it. If required, you can use the buttons to change the displayed page. If there is only one country map installed, no prompt for the destination country will appear. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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Programming a Route Enter the name of the city via the on-screen keypad. Due to the size of the database the display may be delayed slightly. Based on the entered characters the device will determine the possible search results. This enables an input even when you have mistyped a name.
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From the list of crossing streets, select any street name by tapping on it. This will set the corresponding street junction as your destination. Select an available option (for description see the next page) or tap on the Route Me! button to calculate the route. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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Programming a Route Displays the entered destination in Browse map view. On Map Selects a parking near the entered destination and calculates the route to go there. Parking Adds the entered destination to your favourite list. Add to Favourites The device will calculate the route and it will appear on the map.
Estimated time Current speed Co-ordinates Distance to destination of arrival of present position The information shown at the bottom of the display can be customised. For more information, please read page 62 - Configuring the Displayed Information. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Programming a Route 3.3.3 Setting Other Destinations Besides entering an address there are other possible ways to enter your destination. The menu Navigate to... consists of two display views. To toggle between the views, tap the buttons. The following options are available: Insert the destination in the form of an address here.
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If required, you will be prompted to choose a district from City Centre another dialog box. Sets the destination as the last valid GPS position. Last Valid Position Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Programming a Route 3.3.4 Entering Data without GPS Reception If no GPS signal is received when entering a route (e.g. when programming it indoors) the navigation device will be unable to calculate the route. A prompt offering the following options will appear: The route calculation will take place automatically as soon as a GPS signal is available.
Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Tap Alternative route. Choose an alternative road from these options. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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Planning an alternative Route Determines a different route to the present one and shows it on the map. This function can be executed several times, as necessary. Compute alternative Tap here if the road suddenly appears closed for any reason. Select a default value: 500yd, 1mi, 5mi, 10mi, 15mi or 20mi.
If the route contains one of the following leg types it will be marked in blue. You can exclude them from the route by tapping on them. A safety prompt will appear. Tap Yes to confirm. Next a new route avoiding the unselected leg types will be calculated. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Frequently Visited Destinations Inaccessible or restricted route legs (e.g. traffic-reduced areas). Restricted Motorways Motorway Toll roads You can have the device exclude toll roads completely (see page 67). Toll road Ferries Ferry Unpaved roads and off-road paths. Unpaved If the current route contains several of the above options and you want to exclude one or more of them, you must repeat the above steps.
Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Tap Navigate to... Tap on Favourite. Select an entry from your favourite list by tapping on it. Your route will be calculated immediately. Please see page 79 on how to create favourites. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Frequently Visited Destinations 3.5.2 Home Address 3.5.2.1 Set Home Location Enter your home address in order to program any journey back home with just a few steps. Proceed as follows: Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Tap Settings.
3.5.2.2 Recalling Your Home Address If you have entered your home address you can easily set a route for driving home. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Frequently Visited Destinations Tap Navigate to... Tap Home. The device will calculate the route and it will appear on the map. With the first voice instructions the map will be displayed. You can optionally tap Done to launch the navigation display immediately.
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Tap the Clear list button to erase the contents of the history list. To do this, confirm the safety prompt with Yes to continue erasing or No to cancel. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Map Options Map Options You have several choices for customising the map display. In Browse map view (see page 55) you can use the digitised map like a normal paper map and you can display locations or routes in a convenient way. 3.6.1 Angle The map viewing angle allows three different settings for navigation.
The backlight settings allow you to adjust different brightness levels for the day and night display modes. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Settings. Tap the button three times to show the fourth page of the Settings menu. Backlight settings. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Map Options Use the ruler to select a suitable brightness for the night display. Tap Done to complete the process. Tap Set day to toggle to the brightness setting for the day mode. Here you can also tap Done to save the changes and exit, or you can tap Set night to return to the night mode settings.
The present position will appear on a map. If there is already a programmed route, this route will also be displayed. Route Current position Zoom slider Position mark Return to navigation Options for Browse map Options for position mark (Description on page 56) (Description on page 57) Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Map Options 3.6.5.1 Options for Browse map In Browse map, tap the Options button to display the option menu for the route. This menu offers different ways to add another position to or next to the route. This new position can be included as a waypoint of the route. Opens the menu for entering a destination (see description starting from page 40).
Select a POI by category from the list or select Show All to display all POI entries located near your destination. Find nearby POI Set a radius around the marked position on the map to exclude it from the route calculation (see description on page 58). Avoid... Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Map Options 3.6.5.3 Avoid... From the Browse map menu, tap the Avoid... icon (see the previous page). A cross icon will appear on the map instead of the position mark. Tap next to the cross icon to set the radius of the avoidance zone. Then tap the Finish button.
During navigation it is possible to display any signposts (e.g. motorway signs). Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Settings. Tap the button once to show the second page of the Main menu. Signpost settings. The following display appears: Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Map Options Select the desired level of signposts. Example All directions: Then tap on Next. Select the size of the directional signs and tap Done. 3.6.6.2 Rotate display You can use the device in portrait and landscape orientation. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Settings.
Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Settings. Advanced settings. Avoid U-Turns When calculating the route the device will avoid all U-turns. This is recommended when using the device in a heavy truck or trailer. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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Map Options Enable lane assistant The lane assistant is helpful when driving on motorways. When joining a motorway, arrows will indicate the lanes where your route continues. Example of the lane assistant display: Enable Autozoom Enlarges the map at lower speed (e.g. when driving in town) in order to offer more details and reduces the map when driving fast (e.g.
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If a digit appears in front of an entry it represents the current position on the display. The following options are available: Average speed Current speed Elevation Length of route Distance since start Distance to destination Remaining time to destination Time of day Time of arrival Signal indicator Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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Map Options Change speed restriction options Tap the Enable max speed warning checkbox to enable the warning. Tap the checkbox in front of Enable warning sound to output an acoustic warning signal. This window will appear only if the option Enable max speed warning has been enabled.
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Shows that the maximum speed has been exceeded The speed values are an extra support function but are not guaranteed to be complete nor up-to-date. The Road Traffic Act regulations and traffic signs always have priority over the instructions of your navigation device. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Route Settings Route Settings Created routes can be viewed on the map, as a list or with individual pictures, and display an overview together with additional information or be deleted. In addition, you can plan and program a route with one or more waypoints. Furthermore, you can view a demo of your created routes.
Otherwise an alternative route will be calculated. Always avoid toll roads Toll roads will not be used for route calculation. Don't avoid toll roads Toll roads will be considered for route calculation like any other road. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Route Settings 3.7.3 Programming Routes You can easily program, save and edit a complete route plan with several waypoints. This function is useful when planning express carrier delivery routes, for example. All entries will be used as waypoints, with the route starting at the present position.
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The list icons have the following meaning: Starting position Points along the route , … Destination or waypoint If you have saved a planned route you can retrieve and execute it from the Itinerary menu at any time. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Route Settings 3.7.3.1 Editing a Programmed route You can always modify the waypoints of a route either during route programming or later on after you have saved and opened it again. For instance you can insert multiple waypoints to plan a route along several legs.
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Add nearby POI Deletes the selected destination. Delete Moves the selected destination one position up. Therefore you will reach it earlier. Move up Moves the selected destination one position down. Therefore you will reach it later. Move down Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Route Settings 3.7.4 Show route instructions You can view a programmed route in list format. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Route. Tap Show route instructions to open the list: When viewing a multi-page list you can use the buttons to change the displayed page.
You can view a programmed route in image format. One image will be generated for each action. On the Route menu, tap Show route as images. You can use the buttons to change the displayed image. Tap Done to return to the Route menu: Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Route Settings 3.7.6 Show route summary The route summary displays the entire route as well as information about distance, estimated time of arrival and duration. On the Route menu, tap Show route summary. This view corresponds to the overview that displays after entering a new route.
Additionally you may tap any position on the display to show information about that position. Example of an information window with name and distance from the selected position. Tap Done to return to the Route menu. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Route Settings 3.7.8 Cancel route Deletes the current route without any further prompts. On the Route menu, tap Cancel route. 3.7.9 Demo With this option you can launch a demo journey for your route. All displays will work as for real navigation. On the Route menu, tap Show route demo.
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1600%. Set speed Repeats the demo. Use the toggle button Stop demonstration repeating to disable the repeat function. Repeat demonstration Stops the demo. When launching the demo again, it will begin at the route starting point. Stop Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
POI - Points of Interest POI - Points of Interest POI stands for Points of interest and consists of a database containing information about useful destinations for the users of navigation systems. These can be restaurants, major tourist attractions and hotels, but also destinations for use everyday such as petrol stations, car parks, pharmacies or ATM.
(see description starting from page 40). Select Favourites and tap Done to store the selected position as favourite. If you want to create a custom category at this point, please read Chapter 3.8.1.1 starting from page 80. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
POI - Points of Interest Enter the name of the favourite via the on-screen keypad. Then tap on Done. This will take you back to the POI menu. The entered position will be available under Favourite with the name you selected. Please see page 40 for how to open Favourite.
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Then tap on Done. This will take you back to the POI menu. The created POI will appear with the name you have entered on the POI list. You may create as many categories and entries as you want. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
POI - Points of Interest 3.8.2 Edit POI name You may rename any custom POIs. This will not affect the category or the POI position. On the POI menu, tap Edit POI name. Select the desired category by tapping on it. Select the POI that you want to rename by tapping on it.
Edit the POI or Favourite name by overwriting it with a new name. Then tap on Done. 3.8.3 Delete POI You can delete any custom POIs. On the POI menu, tap Delete POI. Select the desired category by tapping on it. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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POI - Points of Interest Select the POI that you want to delete by tapping on it. Click Yes on the security prompt to delete the POI. Tap No to cancel the process without deleting the POI. English...
On the POI menu, tap Delete POI category. Select the desired category by tapping on it. Click Yes on the security prompt to delete the category Tap No to cancel the process without deleting the category. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
POI - Points of Interest 3.8.5 Showing and hiding POIs Here you can select what POI categories you want to display. These settings affect the Browse map view (page 55) and the navigation display (page 39). On the POI menu, tap Show/hide POIs.
Warn when near POI. Select a category by tapping on it. You can use the buttons to change the displayed page. Set a distance in meters where you want to receive the notification. Then tap on Done. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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POI - Points of Interest Select a warning sound by tapping on it. A sound sample will be output when selecting it. You can use the buttons to change the displayed page. Then tap on Done. Tap to place a checkmark in the checkbox to enable the on-screen message.
Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Settings. Tap the button twice to show the third page of the Settings menu. Switch map. Select the desired map from the list by tapping on it. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
General Settings 3.9.2 Regional settings The Regional settings let you set the units of measure. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Settings. Tap the button twice to show the third page of the Settings menu. Regional settings. Select distance units Choose between Kilometers and Miles by selecting the corresponding radio button.
Set voice. Select a voice from the list according to the set language. After tapping on it a sample sentence will be pronounced. Confirm your selection by tapping the Select button You are returned to the Settings menu. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
General Settings 3.9.4 Setting the On-Screen Keypad The on-screen keypad can be shown in three different layouts. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Tap Settings. Tap the button to show the second page of the Settings menu. Tap Keyboard settings.
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Done. For instance, you can display a keyboard with Latin character set as "Qwerty", "QWERTZ" or "Azerty" keyboard. To do so, tap the desired radio button and then tap Done to continue (see the sample figure below). Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Miscellaneous Applications 3.10 Miscellaneous Applications The navigation device supports additional applications. These can be accessed via the Main menu. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. to show the second page of the Main menu. Extras. Select one of the four following options by tapping on it. Description on page 95 World Clock Description on page 95...
After switching to the Unit Convertor from the regular Calculator, the result from the previous calculation will appear automatically in this field. Tap the output unit of measure. Tap Done to switch to the navigation display or the calculator. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Miscellaneous Applications 3.10.4 Country info Under Country info you will find helpful information on country-specific details. These are regulations that are very important for car, truck or motorbike drivers. Country information such as the currency and the international telephone prefix is also listed here. Select the desired country from the list by tapping on it.
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If there are more than five entries you can use the buttons to change the displayed page. Tap Back to return to the previous display. Tap Back again to return to the country list. Tap Back to return to the navigation display. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Miscellaneous Applications 3.10.5 GPS Status This function lets you display information about your present position, the number of available GPS satellites and their signal level. Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. to show the second page of the Main menu. GPS Status.
Tap on the display to open the GPS main menu. Settings. three times to show the fourth page of the Main menu. Calibrate. Use the stylus to tap on the displayed target and follow the on-screen instructions. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Troubleshooting Appendix Troubleshooting If you have trouble using your device or the device does not perform as expected, please read the following questions and answers. Please try the different suggested solutions. If the problem persists after performing the suggested solutions or if you cannot find your particular query, please contact our Support.
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USB extension cable, try connecting it directly to the computer. Unplug the USB cable and reconnect it again to the computer. You can also try a different USB port on your computer, if one is available. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
2 GB and that most of it is already occupied by the navigations software application. Never modify the name and contents of the Targa and Maps folder, otherwise your navigation device will not function properly.
Tap the radio button behind Select and choose the desired language from the list by tapping on it. If the autorun function is disabled on your computer, you can launch setup manually double-clicking file "installer.exe" from the "Installer" folder on the DVD. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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The Supplied DVD The DVD main menu will appear. It is divided into three sections: Maps (page 105) Here you can add or remove maps. Voices (page 106) Here you can add or remove voices. Support (page 108) Here you can restore the factory-default configuration of your navigation device or open support Websites with further information.
The checkbox will contain a red arrow icon. You may choose multiple maps, as long as there is enough free storage space on the device. Click on the Synchronize button to start the copying process. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
The Supplied DVD A graphics will inform you of the status of the copy process. Please wait until the red status bar reaches the end position. The copy process is then completed and the status display disappears. 4.3.2 Installing Guidance Voices Just as you can install and remove maps, you can also install different guidance voices.
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The Supplied DVD Click on the Synchronize button to start the copying process. A graphics will inform you of the status of the copy process (see previous page). Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
The Supplied DVD 4.3.3 Support Here you can restore the factory-default settings of your device. This will erase any custom settings and after restarting the software will look the same as after the first-time power on. Please note that restoring the factory-default configuration may take up to one hour.
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Dial-Up Internet connection, this connection may incur the related costs to you. Click on the link with your country flag to visit the corresponding page. Your default Web Browser will launch and display the desired Internet page. Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Recharging in the car ..... 17 Left handed......61 Browse map....... 55 on-screen keypad ....92 Button sound......31 rotate ........60 route information ....62 DVD.......... 103 Calculator........95 Calibrating........99 Car mount Enter city ........35 Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
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Index Enter street ........ 35 available maps...... 110 choosing a destination.... 40 installing........ 105 saving/deleting...... 103 selecting........89 Favourite Memory card ......19 adding........79 inserting ........19 renaming ........ 82 removing ......... 19 selecting ......... 47 Menu First-Time Setup GPS Main Menu .....
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Railway crossing ....62 entering ........48 Waypoint Setup deleting ........70 first-time setup......24 Waypoints Show route as images ....73 planning ........68 Signal quality ......98 World Clock........ 95 Signpost settings ....... 59 SiRFInstantFixII ...... 32 Navigation Device PNA-E3540N...
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Navigation Device Model PNA-E3540N Processor SiRFatlasIV 500 MHz Memory 64MB RAM, 2GB Flash drive Card reader MicroSD cards up to 2GB ® Operating system Microsoft Windows CE 6.0 Core Version Colour display 8,8cm colour display with 65,536 colours SiRFatlasIV™...