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ownersmanual_060118.qxd
1/24/06
2:43 PM
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Owner's Manual
Version 1.0
PMD-B100

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Summary of Contents for Alpine Blackbird PMD-B10

  • Page 1 ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 1 Owner’s Manual Version 1.0 PMD-B100...
  • Page 2: Precautions And Notices

    Alpine authorized 2) Glance at the screen only when necessary and navigation dealer or Alpine at 1-888-NAV-HELP (1- safe to do so.
  • Page 3: Warnings

    If you have problems, do not attempt to repair the KEEP THE VOLUME AT A LEVEL WHERE YOU CAN STILL unit yourself. Return it to your ALPINE dealer or the HEAR OUTSIDE NOISE WHILE DRIVING. nearest ALPINE Service Station for servicing.
  • Page 4: User Agreement

    The right to use the System shall expire either when the user destroys this software, or when any of the terms for use is violated and Alpine, Space Machine and/or NAVTEQ exercise the option to revoke the license to use this software.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS Precautions and Notices ....2 ......24 Edit Warnings .
  • Page 6: Installation

    Grasp the navigation system behind the antenna and remove by sliding up and out of the cradle. Note to California consumers: California Vehicle Code 26708 prohibits the placement of any object on windows. Refer to your authorized Alpine dealer for other installation options.
  • Page 7: Battery Installation

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 7 ■ Battery Installation WARNING Always turn off power to the system before installing or removing the battery. Failure to do so will result in damage to your system. Place Blackbird face down on a flat surface. Press the battery door and pull away from the main unit body.
  • Page 8: System Features

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 8 SYSTEM FEATURES Blackbird Portable Navigation System Power Button SD/MMC Card Slot Headphone Jack Volume Control Remote Sensor and Ambient Light Sensor Map Zoom In Main Menu Button Music Destination Map Zoom Out Current Position Button Function, See Page 12 Battery Charging Status Indicator...
  • Page 9: Main Menu

    The Blackbird Portable Navigation System provides an easy-to-use user interface, clear, easy-to-understand spoken driving instructions, and award winning design all in a portable product. Blackbird is built upon Alpine's history of navigation success in North America. Please read this manual carefully. If you have any further questions about Blackbird’s operation, feel free to call Alpine at 1-888-NAV-HELP (628-4357)
  • Page 10: Basic Operations

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 10 BASIC OPERATION To Turn On Power Set a Destination and Go! Power Button Press and hold Power Button for 2 seconds. Touch Main Menu Select Destination from Main Menu, or press Destination button. Opening screen appears. Scroll the list.
  • Page 11 ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 11 The following example briefly describes how to input a destination. Select desired method. Select a search method. Places By Place (In this example, (In this example, selected.) Type is selected.) Type name of a place. Select the search method.
  • Page 12: Map Function

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 12 MAP FUNCTION Next Maneuver Next Street Name Main Menu Arrow Button Distance to next maneuver Estimated Time Remaining (ETR) / Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) Direction to GPS Status bar Destination Battery Status Distance to Indicator Destination Map Scale Bar...
  • Page 13: Setting A Destination Directly From Map Display

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 13 ■ Setting a Destination Directly from Map Display Touch anywhere on map screen. The current location arrow changes to Crosshair Cursor on the screen. Move the cursor to the new desired street. Note: Use Map Scale Bar to zoom out the map if the destination is far from the current location.
  • Page 14: Destination

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 14 DESTINATION ■ Setting a Destination by Address Go to Main Menu ➔ ➔ Destination Address Finding a Destination by Street Name First Select Input Street Name. Type the first characters of the street name. If there are unique matches, the system will automati- cally display a short list of street names.
  • Page 15 ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 15 Selecting Letters Change State If you want to choose a different Selected state from the one shown on the characters Change screen, touch to switch are displayed. to a different state. Deleting one letter Adding one space Going to number screen Finding a Destination by City Name First...
  • Page 16: Setting A Destination By Places

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 16 DESTINATION ■ Setting a Destination by Places You can select from approximately 6 Million Point-of-Interest (POI) locations stored inside your Blackbird Portable Navigation System. These destinations are sorted by Place Name or by Place Type and are listed in order of distance from your current location.
  • Page 17 ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 17 Finding a Destination by Place Type Select By Place Type. Select a desired POI Category. There are 37 POI categories to choose from including ATMS, Banks, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores, Hotels, Parking Lots, Restaurants and more.
  • Page 18: Setting A Destination By Recently Entered Destination

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 18 DESTINATION ■ Setting a Destination by Recently Entered Destination Go to Main Menu ➔ Destination ➔ Recent The list of recent destinations appears. Select the destination. Confirmation screen appears. Touch OK to Proceed to set the destination and start guidance. Note: To use other functions on the confirmation screen, see page 14 for details.
  • Page 19: Setting A Destination By Intersection

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 19 ■ Setting a Destination by Intersection Go to Main Menu ➔ Destination ➔ Intersection Finding a Destination by Street Name Select Input Street Name. Type in the street name. Touch OK. The list of applicable street names appears. Select the desired street.
  • Page 20: Options

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 20 OPTIONS ■ Find Local Places The navigation system can display Points of Interest (POI) around the cursor position, when you scroll the map. As with POI categories, with the local places search you can chose from 37 categories including ATMS, Banks, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores, Hotels, Parking Lots, Restaurants and more.
  • Page 21: Setting Waypoints

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 21 ■ Setting Waypoints You can set up to 10 waypoints between your current location and your destination. The final destination must be set before entering any waypoints. How to Set a Waypoint Directly from Map ouch anywhere on map screen.
  • Page 22: Home

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 22 HOME ■ Finding a Way Home You can get home from anywhere once the home address is set from Edit Menu. Go to Main Menu ➔ Home Touch OK to Proceed on the confirmation screen. Follow the map and go home.
  • Page 23: Route

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 23 ROUTE ■ Recalling the Maneuver List during Guidance You can view a list of street names and upcoming turns and streets. Go to Main Menu ➔ Route Touch Maneuver List. List of upcoming streets and turns appears on the screen.
  • Page 24: Edit

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 24 EDIT Locations and Home addresses saved in the Address Book can be edited for quick recall. Also information including phone numbers and icons can be modified. ■ Editing Home Go to Main Menu ➔ Edit Touch Edit...
  • Page 25: Editing Address Book

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 25 ■ Deleting Previously Saved ■ Editing Address Book Destinations Go to Main Menu ➔ Edit Go to Main Menu ➔ Edit Touch Edit Address Book Touch Delete Previous The list of addresses appears. Destination. Select the destination you need to modify.
  • Page 26: Setup

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 26 SETUP You can customize Display, Guidance, Clock, Measuring Unit and FM frequency set- tings from the Setup Menu. Go to Main Menu Select Setup Setup screen appears. ■ Customizing Display Go to Main Menu ➔...
  • Page 27: Customizing Guidance

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 27 ■ Customizing Guidance Turning Voice On and Off This allows you to turn ON or OFF guidance voice prompts. Changing Navi Mix Volume This allows you to vary the volume of the voice prompts with respect to the music. Setting Estimate Time Display Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) or Estimated Time Remaining (ETR) can be set here.
  • Page 28: Information

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:43 PM Page 28 INFORMATION ■ Simulating Navigation You can watch a demonstration of the navigation system’s voice and screen guidance. To Start a Demonstration Go to Main Menu Select Information Select Start Demo. Demonstration starts. To Stop a Demonstration Go to Main Menu Select...
  • Page 29: Viewing Gps Status

    ■ Viewing System Information You can check software application, database version, and other information in this screen. Make a note of this information and refer to it whenever you communicate with Alpine Tech Support or your Alpine authorized dealer. Go to Main Menu ➔...
  • Page 30: Entertainment

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:44 PM Page 30 ENTERTAINMENT ■ Listening to Audio Displays Song Titles and Artist Names Folder Number File Playing Number Time Back Forward Folder Play/ Folder Folder Pause Down Search ■ Playing Music on Your M.I.X. Blackbird M.I.X. Touch to shuffle songs.
  • Page 31: How To Listen To Guidance And Music From Your Car Stereo

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:44 PM Page 31 UPDATING THE SYSTEM ■ How to Listen to Guidance and Music from Your Car Stereo Turning on the Transmitter and Playing Music from Your Radio You can setup Blackbird to broadcast music and navigation voice guidance directly to your FM radio.
  • Page 32: In Case Of Difficulty

    This guide will help you isolate the problem if the unit is at fault. Otherwise make sure the rest of your system is properly connected, batteries are completely charged and contact your authorized Alpine dealer or Alpine directly at 1-888- NAV-HELP (1-888-628-4357).
  • Page 33: In The Box

    The following accessories are available from your authorized Alpine dealer. PMD-DOK1 A Docking Station that allows you to connect and experience – Blackbird navigation and music player from your Alpine Multimedia Station or stand-alone display. PMD-KIT1 A second car kit comprised of windshield mount, cradle, and –...
  • Page 34: Specifications

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:44 PM Page 34 SPECIFICATIONS BLACKBIRD SPECIFICATIONS Main Unit Size 6.1” x 2.9” x 1.2” (145mm x 74mm x 29mm) Main Unit Weight 8 oz (227 g) Centrality Atlas II ARM9 CPU Embedded 16 channel GPS, Built-In Main Unit Antenna with Optional External Antenna Connection Storage Media Built-In 1”...
  • Page 35: Index

    ownersmanual_060118.qxd 1/24/06 2:44 PM Page 35 INDEX Accessories GPS Status 12, 29 Saving a Destination into the Address Book Set a Destination and Go! Background Color Home Setting a Destination by Address Basic Operations Finding a Way Home Setting a Destination from the Battery Installation Finding Alternate Way to Go Address Book...
  • Page 36: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY ALPINE ELECTRONICS OF AMERICA, INC. AND ALPINE OF CANADA INC. ("Alpine"), are dedicated to quality craftsmanship and are pleased to offer this Warranty. We suggest that you read it thoroughly. Should you have any questions, please contact your Dealer or contact Alpine at one of the telephone numbers listed below.

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