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Safety and Maintenance .....................................................1
Safety Instructions............................................................. 1
Data Security .................................................................... 2
Operating Environment ....................................................... 2
Repair .............................................................................. 3
Ambient Temperature......................................................... 3
Electromagnetic Compatibility.............................................. 4
Connection ....................................................................... 5
Cabling............................................................................. 6
Battery Operation .............................................................. 6
Maintenance...................................................................... 7
Care of the Display............................................................. 7
Recycling and Disposal ....................................................... 8
Transport.......................................................................... 9
Notes on these Operating Instructions ................................ 10
Quality......................................................................... 10
Service ........................................................................ 10
Supplied Items ................................................................ 11
Views ...............................................................................12
Front Components ........................................................... 12
Back Components ............................................................ 13
Bottom Components......................................................... 14
Top Components.............................................................. 14
Right Components ........................................................... 15
Initial Set-up....................................................................16
I. Charging the battery ..................................................... 16
Car Adapter .................................................................. 17
AC Adapter (optional)..................................................... 18
II. Switching on the navigation system ............................... 19
III. Installing the Navigation software ................................. 20
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety and Maintenance .............1 Safety Instructions............. 1 Data Security ..............2 Operating Environment ............2 Repair ................3 Ambient Temperature............3 Electromagnetic Compatibility..........4 Connection ............... 5 Cabling................6 Information about the Regulatory Compliance according to R&TTE ................6 Battery Operation .............. - Page 2 Operating .................21 Switching on/off the device ..........21 Working with Memory Cards ..........22 Inserting Memory Cards ..........22 Removing Memory Cards ..........22 Accessing Memory Cards ..........23 Data exchange via card reader ........23 Resetting the navigation system (Soft Reset) ...... 24 Switching the Device off Completely/ Hard Reset....
- Page 3 Picture Viewer..............41 Operating the Picture Viewer ..........41 Main Screen ..............41 Full Image View............. 42 Travelguide (optional) .............44 FAQ ..................45 Customer Service .............46 First-Aid in the Event of Malfunction ........46 General guidance............46 Check Connections and Cables ........46 Faults and Possible Causes ..........
- Page 4 ® ® Copyright © 2006 All rights reserved. Microsoft , MS-DOS , and Windows are registered ® trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.
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Page 5: Safety And Maintenance
Safety and Maintenance Safety Instructions Please read this section carefully and follow all the instructions given. This will help ensure reliable operation and extend the ser- vice life for your appliance. Keep the packaging and the user instructions for future reference or inquiries at a later date. -
Page 6: Data Security
Terminate the electricity supply (remove the electricity plug), switch the appliance off immediately, or do not actually switch it on, and contact Customer Service • if the power adapter (optional) or the attached plug be- come scorched or damaged. • if the housing of the appliance or the power pack (optional) becomes damaged or fluids leak into it. -
Page 7: Repair
Repair • Please contact our Service Center if you encounter techni- cal problems with your appliance. • In the event repair becomes necessary, please use only our authorized Service Partners. You will find the address on the back of your guarantee card. Ambient Temperature •... -
Page 8: Electromagnetic Compatibility
Electromagnetic Compatibility • When connecting additional or other components the “Elec- tromagnetic Compatibility Directive” (EMC) must be ad- hered to. Please also note that only screened cable (maxi- mum 10ft) should be used with this appliance. • For optimal performance, maintain a distance of at least 10 ft. -
Page 9: Connection
Connection When connecting your appliance be sure to correctly observe the following instructions: Power through Car Adapter • The car adapter should only be connected to the lighter so- cket of a car (car battery = DC 12V , truck battery = DC !). -
Page 10: Cabling
The company declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Complete declarations of conformity are available un- der www.medion.com/conformity. Battery Operation Your appliance is operated with a built-in battery. In order to prolong... -
Page 11: Maintenance
Maintenance Warning: There are no user-serviceable or clean- able parts inside the housing of the appliance. You can prolong the life of the appliance by taking the following simple steps: • Always remove the power plug and all connecting ca- bles before cleaning. -
Page 12: Recycling And Disposal
Recycling and Disposal Device At the end of its life, the appliance must not be disposed of in household rubbish. Enquire about the options for environmentally- friendly disposal Packaging To avoid damage during transport, the PC is stored in a packag- ing. -
Page 13: Transport
Transport If you wish to transport the appliance follow the instructions below: • Following transport of the appliance wait until the unit has acclimatized before using it. • In the case of wide fluctuations in temperature or humidity condensation or moisture may form inside the appliance and this can cause an electrical short-circuit. -
Page 14: Notes On These Operating Instructions
Notes on these Operating Instructions We have structured these Operating Instructions for the installa- tion so that you will be able to look up the necessary subject- related information by means of the Contents List at any time. Note: You will find comprehensive Operating Instruc- tions for navigation on the relevant CDs/DVDs and at the online help of the device. -
Page 15: Supplied Items
Supplied Items Please check the integrity and completeness of the supplied items and, in the case this is not complete, forward us any possible claims within 14 days from the purchase date. The purchase pa- ckage includes: • Navigation system •... -
Page 16: Views
Views Front Components Ref Component Description Touch Screen Displays the output of your appliance. Tap on the screen with your finger, a stylus or a "blunt" tipped pen to select menu com- mands or enter data. Bluetooth This LED will flash when Bluetooth is Indicator activated. -
Page 17: Back Components
Back Components antenna Ref Component Description Stylus Take the pen out of its compartment in order to use it, and replace it after use. The pointer pen is required for operating the touch screen. External Connection for an optional second aerial. aerial connection Loudspeaker Plays back music, language statements and... -
Page 18: Bottom Components
Bottom Components Ref Component Description Restarts your appliance. (Soft Reset, Reset Opening see page 24). Earphones Connects to a pair of stereo earphones (3.5 mm). Using this appliance at full volume for extended peri- ods of time may cause damage to the hearing ca- pacity of the listener. -
Page 19: Right Components
Right Components Ref Component Description On-/ Off Switches the device on or off by pressing it briefly. button Hardware Button for inserting the address within button navigation Views... -
Page 20: Initial Set-Up
Initial Set-up The following guides you step by step through the initial set up of the navigation system. Firstly, remove the foil for protecting the device during transpor- tation from the display. I. Charging the battery Attention: It can be necessary to recharge the bat- tery for some time initially before it is possible to run through the initial installation, according to the state of charging of the battery installed. -
Page 21: Car Adapter
Car Adapter (similar picture) 1. Plug the jack ( ) of the connection cable into the corre- sponding receptor at the bottom of your navigation system. 2. Insert the power adapter ( ) now into the cigarette lighter socket and ensure, that it will not lose contact while driv- ing. -
Page 22: Ac Adapter (Optional)
AC Adapter (optional) adaptor plug (similar picture) 1. Push the adapter plug into the guide on the back of the AC adapter. Press the push button at the same time, so that the adapter plug can engage. 2. Push the AC adapter ( ) into a power point that is easily accessible. -
Page 23: Ii. Switching On The Navigation System
II. Switching on the navigation system Press the on/off button on the right side of the device for approx. 3 seconds until first information will appear on the screen. The Navigation System will start the initial installation automati- cally. The brand logo will appear and your device will display the application screen after a few seconds. -
Page 24: Iii. Installing The Navigation Software
Note: Brief pressure on the on/off button will be enough to switch the device on or off, provided that your navigation system is connected to an external source of electricity or is running in battery operation Press the on/off button for 6 seconds, if it is in- tended to switch off the device completely. -
Page 25: Operating
Operating Switching on/off the device Your device will be in its normal operating state after the initial setting up. You will activate and deactivate your device with the On-/Off switch. 1. To start your navigation system press briefly the On-/Off switch Note: Your device will be delivered in a status in which it will not switch off independently. -
Page 26: Working With Memory Cards
Working with Memory Cards Your navigation system supports MMC and SD memory cards. Inserting Memory Cards 1. Carefully take the optional memory card out of its packing (if included). Take care not to touch or dirty the contacts. 2. Insert the memory card carefully into the card bay with contacts pointing backwards. -
Page 27: Accessing Memory Cards
Accessing Memory Cards • The appliance only supports memory cards in the FAT16/32 file format. If you insert a card prepared with a different for- mat (e.g. in cameras, MP3 players), your navigation system may not recognize it and will ask you to format it again. Warning: Formatting the memory card irretrievably wipes out all data. -
Page 28: Resetting The Navigation System (Soft Reset)
Resetting the navigation system (Soft Reset) Choose this option if your navigation system is not responding or working properly. This option restarts the navigation system, without reinstallation being necessary. A soft-reset is often used in order to reorganize the memory. In doing so all programs that are running are inter- rupted and the working memory is reinitialized. -
Page 29: Navigation
Navigation Safety Instructions for Navigation The bundled product CD/DVD contains a comprehensive instruction manual. Tips for Navigation • Do not manipulate the navigation system while driving to protect yourself and others from accidents! • In the event that you do not understand the voice instruc- tion or if you are in any doubt about what to do at the next intersection, then the map or arrow display will provide you with a quick orientation. -
Page 30: Notes For Use In A Vehicle
onto the inside of the windscreen or near the windscreen with the suction cup. Try out different positions in your ve- hicle in order to find the best reception. Notes for Use in a Vehicle • Take care that the holder does not present any risk to safe- ty, even in the case of an accident, when installing it. -
Page 31: Aerial Orientation
Aerial Orientation The aerial must have unrestricted access to the sky to receive GPS satellite signals. Orient the aerial as horizontally as possible for this reason. Try out aerial and installation possibilities in the vehicle in the case of inadequate reception. It may be necessary to connect an external GPS antenna (see page 54) under certain circumstances. -
Page 32: Ii. Fixing The Suction Plate
Note: Your navigation system can also be equipped alternatively with a flexible swan-neck car mounting according to the version. Note: If you want to fix the holder to the wind screen, then you can skip steps 1 and 2. 1. Remove the protective foil from the sticky side of the suc- tion plate. -
Page 33: Iii. Attach Navigation System
III. Attach Navigation System 1. Connect the car adapter (see page 17) and, if necessary, the external GPS aerial, to your navigation system and in- sert the memory card. 2. Place the device below in the centre of the holder and press it gently downwards until it engages audibly. -
Page 34: Iv. Connecting The Car Adapter
IV. Connecting the car adapter (similar picture) 1. Plug the jack ( ) of the connection cable into the corre- sponding receptor at the bottom of your navigation system (p. 14). 2. Insert the power adapter ( ) now into the cigarette lighter socket and ensure, that it will not lose contact while driv- ing. -
Page 35: Starting The Navigation Software
V. Starting the navigation software Note: The memory card must always be inserted in the device while the navigation system is being used. It will be necessary to carry out a Soft Reset to re- start the navigation system if the memory card has been removed, only for a short time, while the sys- tem was being used (see page 24). -
Page 36: Handsfree Facility By Means Of Bluetooth
Handsfree facility by means of Bluetooth The Bluetooth technology serves to bridge short distances wire- lessly. Bluetooth devices transmit data wirelessly, so that other devices that also support this technology can communicate with each other without cables. Both devices will have to be adjusted to each other (pairing), be- fore you will be able to use your navigation system as handsfree equipment with your Bluetooth mobile phone. -
Page 37: Main Screen Overview
Main Screen Overview Button Name Description Keypad You enter the telephone number to be called by means of the keypad. Search Starts the search for a mobile phone al- ready paired. Call routing Displays the course of the calls made and received. -
Page 38: Pairing The Navigation Device And The Mobile Phone
Pairing the navigation device and the mobile phone 1. Make your mobile phone search for a Bluetooth device. Note: Each mobile phone uses different paths to do this. Read the instructions of your mobile phone un- der all circumstances for this reason. 2. -
Page 39: Overview Of The Most Important Keys In The Bluetooth Application
Overview of the most important keys in the Bluetooth application Button Description Accept call Terminate or reject call Switch the loudspeaker on or off (mute) Switch the microphone on or off Transfer back to the mobile phone and separation of the Bluetooth connection Minimize the display Increase volume Reduce volume... -
Page 40: Accepting Incoming Calls
Accepting incoming calls Click here to terminate Click here to accept or reject a call. a call. Making calls 1. Enter the number that you would like to call in the main Bluetooth screen by means of the keypad (see p. 33). You will have the possibility of minimizing this Window and re- turning to the Navigation application, after the connection has been made. -
Page 41: Mp3 Player
MP3 Player Depending on the software equipment your navigation system is also equipped with an MP3 player. Your navigation system is also equipped with an MP3 player. 1. Start the MP3 player from the main screen by tapping the ‘Further Applications, MP3 Player’ switch areas. Alterna- tively, the MP3 player can also be started from the naviga- tion software itself. - Page 42 Button Description For the title selection Opens the List of Favourites Play the playback. Pause the playback. Stop the playback. Changing the mode of playing: Normal: Plays all the files in their sequence and stops after the last file. Shuffle: Plays a file selected at ran- dom.
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Page 43: Select A Title And Move It Into The List Of Favourites
Select a Title and Move it into the List of Favourites Tap on and select the title that you would like to move into the List of Favourites, in order to select a title. You will have three possibilities of marking the title here: •... -
Page 44: List Of Favourites
List of Favourites You will reach the List of Favourites by tapping on the You will delete individual titles with and you will delete all ti- tles with Confirm with , in order to take over the new selection into the List of Favourites. -
Page 45: Picture Viewer
Picture Viewer Depending on the software equipment your navigation system is also equipped with a Picture Viewer. You will be able to view the jpg format images on your memory card on your navigation system, with the Picture Viewer. All the images on the memory card will be available immediately. -
Page 46: Full Image View
Full Image View Ill.: Full image view without service strip Tap in the lower area of the screen in the full image view, in or- der to activate the service strip: Ill.: Full image view with service strip Button Description Previous picture Rotate by + 90°... - Page 47 You will return to the miniature view by tapping in the centre of the image. The image displayed will be subdivided into 6 fields by tapping on symbol (fade in grid). Ill.: Full image mode with grid The respective area of the image will be displayed as enlarged by tapping on a square: Ill.: Zoom-in Mode You will arrive back at the full image Mode by tapping in the cen-...
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Page 48: Travelguide (Optional)
Travelguide (optional) Depending on the software equipment your navigation system is also equipped with a Travelguide. The Travelguide will supply general information about the differ- ent areas of individual towns and cities or regions in Europe, such as sights, restaurants, culture and travel information. Start the Travelguide from the main screen by tapping the ‘Travelguide’... -
Page 49: Faq
Where can I find more informationen on the navigation system? Detailed operating instructions for navigation can be found on the corresponding CDs/DVDs, which accompany your navigation system. Also use the additional Help functions that are available with a single touch of a button (usually F1 on the PC), or by selecting the Help option, as additional assistance. -
Page 50: Customer Service
Customer Service First-Aid in the Event of Malfunction Error functions can sometimes have trivial causes; however, they can also sometimes be complex in nature and require costly analysis. General guidance Note: The regular running of the Windows® pro- grams “Defrag” and “Scandisk” on the PC can remove sources of error and raise system performance. -
Page 51: Faults And Possible Causes
Faults and Possible Causes The navigation system no longer reacts or is behaving atypically. • (see page 24). Carry out a soft reset The navigation system is recognized only as a guest by ® ActiveSync • See information on page 52. I am receiving error messages from a maintenance pro- ®... -
Page 52: Additional Support
Additional Support If the suggestions in the above section have not solved your prob- lem, please contact our customer service hotline. However, before you contact your Technology Center, please have the following in- formation available: However, before you contact your Technology Center, please have the following information available: •... -
Page 53: Appendix
The CleanUp function will be activated if the ‘o’ is pressed in the Gopal lettering of the Main Menu briefly, immediately after the start tone following a soft reset The CleanUp function offers 6 options: 1. - Page 54 4. Remove All Deletes the whole contents of the ‘My Flash Disk’ memory. It will not be necessary to recalibrate the screen after this function has been carried out. 5. Factoryreset Sets the device back to the delivery status in the case of an intact main installation.
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Page 55: Synchronisation With The Pc
Synchronisation with the PC ® ® I. Installing Microsoft ActiveSync In order to transfer your data between your PC and your naviga- ® ® tion system you need the Microsoft ActiveSync program. The cost of the navigation system includes a license for this pro- gram which can be found on the Support CD. -
Page 56: Ii. Connecting With The Pc
II. Connecting with the PC 1. Press the On/Off button to start your navigation system. 2. Connect the USB cable (optional) to your navigation system. 3. Push the USB connector into a free USB port on your com- puter. 4. The hardware installation assistant recognizes now a new appliance and installs a suitable driver which can take some minutes. -
Page 57: Gps (Global Positioning System)
GPS (Global Positioning System) GPS is a satellite-backed system for determining your position. With the help of 24 satellites revolving around the earth, it is pos- sible to determine your position on earth with the accuracy of a few meters. The satellite signals are received by the antenna of the built-in GPS receiver, which must have a "line of sight"... -
Page 58: External Gps Antenna
External GPS antenna This second optional GPS antenna makes it possible to receive the signals of satellites better (e. g. in the case of vehicles with a metallized windscreen). 1. The antenna should be pointing upwards. 2. Push the plug of the external GPS antenna into the opening provided for it at the rear side of your device (see page 13, TMC (Traffic Message Channel) The Traffic Message Channel (TMC) is a digital radio data ser-... -
Page 59: Connecting The Tmc Angled Aerial (Optional)
Connecting the TMC Angled Aerial (optional) A TMC receiver is integrated into your navigation system, to re- ceive traffic information. However, reception will only be guaran- teed if the TMC angled aerial supplied with the device has been connected. Plug the jack plug of the TMC angled aerial into the earphones connection on the lower side of your navigation system. -
Page 60: Additional Card Material
Additional card material Your navigation system is already equipped with a digitalized map of your country in the internal memory at the factory. Additional digitalized maps can be used, in addition to those in the internal memory, by means of a memory card. Depending on the configuration, additional maps may be included on your navigation CDs/DVDs. -
Page 61: Alternative Installation Of The Navigation Software From A Memory Card
Alternative Installation of the Navigation Soft- ware from a Memory Card The software for your navigation system can also be installed di- rectly from a memory card prepared accordingly The pre-installed software may have to be uninstalled beforehand (see special CleanUp function, Page 49). You will be requested to install the navigation software during the initial adjustment. -
Page 62: Transferring Installation Files And Map Material To The Internal Memory
Transferring Installation Files and Map Material to the Internal Memory Note: The navigation system must be connected to ® a computer by means of ActiveSync (see Page 52), for the transfer of the data. Your device has an internal, permanent memory, which is located in the \My Flash Disk directory. -
Page 63: Mounting On (Bicycle) Handlebars
Mounting on (Bicycle) Handlebars You can attach your navigation system to a bicycle as an op- tional additional feature. A special holder is needed to do this. The installation is explained in the following. Holding plate Hexagon key Clamp 1. Release both the screws connecting the clamp to the holding plate with the hexagon key. -
Page 64: Specifications
Specifications Parameter Information Power supply Phihong PSC05R-050 mains adapter 100-240V ~0.2A input + 5V 1.0A max output Power supply Atech ATPI-68HT0501 Power supply cable for a ciga- rette lighter input 10-30V 1.3A max. / fuse 2A output 5V 1A Earphones Stereo earphones (3.5 mm) Memory card type MMC and SD... -
Page 65: Warranty
Warranty The receipt serves as proof of first purchase and should be kept in a safe place. Your legal rights are not limited by these warranty con- ditions. It is required should you need to make use of the guarantee. We guarantee that this equipment is in perfect working order. -
Page 66: Liability Limitations
Liability limitations The contents of this manual are subject to unannounced changes caused by technical progress. Manufacturer and sales shall not be responsible for any damages which have been caused as a result of omissions or errors in the information provided in this manual. Under no circumstances shall we be liable for any of the following: Claims made against you by third parties based on loss or damage. -
Page 67: Index
Index External GPS antenna ..54 Important buttons .....35 Charging the battery ..16 Making calls......36 Installing the navigation Pairing ......34 software ....... 20 Switching on the navigation system ......19 ® ® ® ® List of Favourites ....40 Main Screen Overview .. - Page 68 Cabling......6 Battery operation ....6 Maintenance.......7 Safety instructions.....25 Care of the display ....7 Transport......9 Switching on/off the divice..21 Working with memory cards22 R&TTE .......6 Main screen ......41 Operation......41 & & Connecting the angled aerial ......55 Hard Reset .......24 Soft Reset ......24 Navigation......25 Back components....
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