Magellan Maestro 4050 User Manual
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Page 1: User Manual
® Magellan Maestro™ 4050 User Manual Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773... -
Page 2: Important Safety Warnings
The Magellan Maestro is a vehicle-navigation aid designed to assist you in arriving to your selected destinations. When using the Magellan Maestro, these safety rules must be followed to prevent accidents that can result in injury or death to yourself or others: •... -
Page 3: About The Ac Adapter
Do not use the adapter if the cord becomes damaged. • Do not attempt to service the Magellan Maestro. There are no serviceable parts inside. Replace the Magellan Maestro if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture. About the Battery •... -
Page 4: Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
The Magellan Maestro must be installed and operated at a distance no closer then 8 inches (20 cm) from the user. This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. - Page 5 This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. © 2007 Magellan Navigation, Inc. All rights reserved. The Magellan Logo, Magellan, Maestro, Turn it on and go, TrueView, QuickSpell, SmartDetour, and SmartVolume are trademarks of Magellan Navigation, Inc. No part of this user manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use, without the prior written permission of Magellan Navigation, Inc.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Keypad Overview ...9 Special Keys ... 9 Selecting From List ...9 QuickSpell™ ... 10 Notes on Entering Data ...10 Map Screen ... 11 Accessing the Map Screen ... 13 2D Mode ...13 Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773... - Page 7 Editing an Address in Your Address Book..23 Deleting an Address in Your Address Book..23 Favorites ...23 Accessing an Address from Favorites ... 23 Routing to an Address from Your Favorites List ... 24 Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773...
- Page 8 Changing the Route Method ... 35 Traffic ... 36 Activating Your TrafficKit Subscription 3 ... 6 Traffic Cradle ... 37 Traffic Cradle Connections ... 37 Glossary of Terms ... 38 Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773...
- Page 9 Routing To the Selected Campground ... 49 Overview ... 50 The AAA Roadside Assistance Screen ... 50 Accessing AAA Roadside Assistance ... 50 Entering Your AAA Membership Number ... 50 Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773 Information ... 46 ®...
- Page 10 Accessing System Settings ... 62 Checking Battery Life... 62 Adjusting the Volume ... 63 Adjusting the Display Brightness ... 63 Setting Auto Power Off Time ... 63 Selecting Language ... 64 Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773...
- Page 11 Setting the GPS Position ... 71 Backing Up and Restoring Data ... 71 Backing Up Data ... 71 Restoring Data ... 71 Viewing Map Information ... 72 Appendix A - POI Categories / Subcategories ...A1-1 Magellan Navigation, Inc. 960 Overland Court, San Dimas, CA 91773...
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Page 12: Magellan Maestro 4050
The Magellan Maestro has a built-in battery so in most cases you will be able to follow these instructions while reading them on your computer screen without plugging it in to AC power. You should note that while indoors you may not get any satellite signals so your location information would not be updated. -
Page 13: Front View
Front View Side Views Back View Magellan Maestro 4050 SD/MMC card slot Power on/off USB connector Reset Headphone Jack (3.5mm mini jack) Power input from cigarette lighter adapter or AC power adapter (+5 VDC / 2A). Microphone Speaker... -
Page 14: Installation Instructions
Maestro. Press the back of the cradle until it snaps in place with the back of the receiver. Please note that the mounting bracket supplied with the Magellan Maestro may be different then the one shown in this document. Installation... -
Page 15: Attach The Adjustable Mount
Security It is recommended that the Magellan Maestro is not left in plain view while unattended for reasons of theft. The easiest method for removing the Magellan Maestro once the mount is in place is to unsnap it from the cradle by pressing on the tab at the top of the cradle. -
Page 16: Fundamentals
Powering on the Magellan Maestro The On/Off button is the silver button located on the left side of the Magellan Maestro as shown in the Overview chapter. Turning the Magellan Maestro On Press and hold the On/Off button for 1-2 seconds. -
Page 17: Changing The Volume From User Options
This prolongs the battery life between charges. It can be turned off by tapping on the checkbox. The Main Menu The Main Menu screen is the center for all the available functions for the Magellan Maestro. The Main Menu consists of two pages with large, easy to access icons. -
Page 18: Main Menu
.Main Menu - Page 1 Show Map: Displays the map with your current position (if computing a position from the GPS signals) indicated by the blue triangle. See the Map Screen chapter for details. Enter Address: Displays Enter Address menu. Addresses can be entered by first entering the city, zip code, or by selecting a city from a list of cities you have already used as destinations. -
Page 19: Main Menu
User Options: Accesses the User Options menu. This menu can be used to access functions used to customize the Magellan Maestro to your personal needs. Home: If you have created a Home address, press the Home button for quick access for routing to your home. -
Page 20: The Keypad
Understanding the keypad while entering an address is an important part of using your Magellan Maestro. The keypad is the most common means of entering data into the Magellan Maestro, and with such key features as QuickSpell, makes entering data quick and easy. -
Page 21: Quickspell
QuickSpell™ QuickSpell uses the information in the database to limit the keys that can be pressed to present only those which can access information in the database. For example, if you are looking for Los Angeles. As you ‘type’ in the name Los Angeles, only keys that can spell a city in the database are shown. -
Page 22: Map Screen
The most commonly used screen will be the Map screen. Whether on a route or just travelling around town, chances are the Map screen will be displayed. There are two unique modes that the Map screen can be displayed in; normal and routing. In normal mode, your position is shown on the map along with the time and your speed. - Page 23 In routing mode additional information is displayed providing detailed information about the route you’ve selected. Street name currently on. Direction indicator. Tap to view the Current Location screen where you can save your position into your Address Book. Zoom out POI icon.
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Page 24: Accessing The Map Screen
Accessing the Map Screen On the Main Menu, tap Show Map. 2D Mode The map is normally displayed in 3D mode but you can set the map to 2D mode if so desired. Choose the mode that is best suited for you. In 2D mode, you can pan across the map looking for a location to route to or save in your address book. -
Page 25: Routing To A Panned Position
When the details for this address are acceptable, tap If you want to now route to this address tap to exit panning and return the icon to your current position. Routing to a Panned Position Pan the map until the icon crosshairs are over the location you want to route to. Tap in the center of the icon circle. -
Page 26: Maneuver List Screen
Tap on the item in the list with the street you want to try and avoid. Confirm the exclusion by tapping on . (Tap the back arrow to cancel.) The Magellan Maestro recalculates the route and displays the Maneuver List with the newly computed maneuvers. Map Screen... -
Page 27: Gps Status Screen
Tap on the back arrow to return to the Map screen. Zoom Levels There are 23 zoom levels in the Magellan Maestro, ranging from 100 feet to 1200 miles. Select the zoom level that best suits your needs. Setting Zoom Levels... -
Page 28: Home Address
Your home address can be entered and saved in the Magellan Maestro for quick and easy access when you need to create a route home. Creating a Home Address These instructions only apply if you have never entered a home address or if it has been deleted. -
Page 29: Accessing The Home Address From The Address Book
When the Address screen is displayed, edit the information and top SAVE to continue. The new HOME address is saved in your address book and you are returned to the Main Menu screen. Accessing the Home Address from the Address Book From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon. -
Page 30: Enter Address
The Enter Address function is used to create a route from a newly entered address, an address in your address book or to an intersection of two streets. Entering an Address While creating an address the first step is to indicate what city the address is in. This can be done by inputting the name of the city, entering the zip code for the city or by selecting a city that has been previously used. - Page 31 With the city selected, the keypad will be displayed asking for the street name. Use the keypad with QuickSpell to enter the street name. Enter the first few characters of the street name and tap OK or continue entering characters until the list of streets is displayed. You can use street prefixes (N, E, W, S, etc.) if desired.
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Page 32: My Addresses
Use the scroll bars to the right if necessary to view the name of the street desired. Tap on the street name to continue. Use the keypad to enter the street number for the address. Note in the top left corner is the range of acceptable street numbers. -
Page 33: Saving A Previous Destination To Your Address Book
Saving a Previous Destination to Your Address Book From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon. Tap on the my addresses icon. Tap on Previous Destinations. Select the destination from the list of previous destinations. Tap on Edit. Apply any edits you want to make to this destination before saving. Check Favorite if you want this addresses store in your address book as a Favorite. -
Page 34: Routing To An Address In Your Address Book
Tap List All to view the entire contents of your address book or tap on Search Address Book to search for entries by searching on the name. From the list of addresses found, tap on the address record desired. Routing to an Address in Your Address Book Access the address record from your address book as described in Accessing an Address in Your Address Book. -
Page 35: Routing To An Address From Your Favorites List
Routing to an Address from Your Favorites List Access the address record from your Favoites as described in Accessing an Address from Favorites. Tap on Route. Select the Route Method and tap on the orange Calculate Route button to continue. Editing an Address from Your Favorites List Access the address record from your Favoites as described in Accessing an Address from Favorites. -
Page 36: Creating A New Entry To You Address Book By Entering An Address
Creating a New Entry to You Address Book by Entering an Address From the Main Menu, tap the Enter Address icon. Tap on the my addresses icon. Tap on Create New Entry. Tap on Enter Address. Enter the address following the prompts. Detail on address entry can be found in this chapter in the Entering an Address section, Edit the name, information and phone numbers for the location you selected on the map. -
Page 37: Creating A New Entry To You Address Book From By Intersections
Entering an Address. Tap on the street from the list of streets. Search for the second street the same as in step 6. However, the Magellan Maestro uses QuickSpell to allow you to select only streets that intersect with the street selected in step 6. -
Page 38: Points Of Interest (Poi)
The Magellan Maestro has POIs preloaded that can be used as a destination for a route. Selecting a restaurant or finding an ATM nearby is at your fingertips. Categories and Subcategories POIs are categorized into unique categories from gas stations to wineries. Most, but not all categories are further organized into subcategories. -
Page 39: Creating A Route To A Poi By Name
Enhanced POIs are points of interest that are user-created using the POI Manager software found on the CD-ROM. After loading a POI file to an SD / MMC card and loading it in the Magellan Maestro, you can route to those POIs quickly. -
Page 40: Selecting Categories For Display On The Map
Select Change My POI File. Select Select a POI File. Select the POI file to be loaded from the list of available POI files by tapping on the file name. Selecting Categories for Display on the Map A POI file must be loaded (see Loading a POI File) for this function to operate. From the Main Menu, tap the Points of Interest icon. -
Page 41: Setting Alarm Parameters
Select Change My POI FIle. Select Set Alarms. Use the checkbox to the left of the category name to select or deselect the category. (Checked means this category will have its alarms turned on.) Tap Mark All to check all categories or Clear All to uncheck all categories. Tap Save when done. -
Page 42: Saving An Enhanced Poi To Your Address Book
® AAA TourBook ® The AAA TourBook is a special feature of the Magellan Maestro that gives users access to a special set of POIs from the AAA TourBook details. Points of Interest ® . Please see the chapter on the AAA TourBook ®... -
Page 43: Travelling On A Route
There is also a bell that will alert you where the maneuver is to be performed. (This tone can be changed in User Options > Tone Options.) Split-Screen As a maneuver is approached, the Magellan Maestro displays a split-screen alerting you of the upcoming maneuver. This screen will close automatically as the maneuver gets closer or you can tap ESC to close this screen and return to the Map screen. -
Page 44: You Have Arrived
A route to an address in your address book (Street Address) • A route to a street intersection (Street Address) • A route to a POI preloaded in the Magellan Maestro (Points of Interest) • A route to a POI found in the AAA TourBook •... -
Page 45: Special Routing Functions
Special Routing Functions When a route is active, the Main Menu functions are changed to support special routing functions. Routing to a POI Near an Approaching Freeway Exit Note: This function is available only while on a freeway. Also, when you create a route to a POI near an exit, the original route will be canceled. -
Page 46: Changing The Route Method
Changing the Route Method If you travel off the computed route, the Magellan Maestro will automatically re-calculate the routing information to get you to your original destination using the routing method you selected when creating the route. However, if you want to change the routing method (while on or off the route), you will need to use the re-route function. -
Page 47: Traffic
You can find information about renewing your subscription at www.magellanGPS.com. Activating Your TrafficKit Subscription Locate the serial number for your Magellan vehicle navigation receiver. It can be found on the back of the Magellan Maestro. Write this number down as you will need it later. S/N: Locate the subscription coupon that is included in the Magellan TrafficKit. -
Page 48: Traffic Cradle
The antenna for receiving the traffic alert signals is located in the traffic cradle. If you are experiencing difficulties in getting traffic signals you may need to reposition the Magellan Maestro or use an external FM antenna (not supplied). Traffic Cradle Connections All of the connections to the traffic cradle are optional with the exception of power. -
Page 49: Glossary Of Terms
Traffic: Traffic Message Channel, one of the types of information that a Radio Data System can broadcast. TrafficKit: TrafficKit is the Magellan brand name for the RDS-Traffic module which receives the Traffic messages. Traffic Message: A message received by the TrafficKit module that contains the description of a Traffic event. -
Page 50: Features Of Traffic Alerts
In the displayed list, check all categories of Traffic alerts (incidents) you want processed, and deselect events that are of no interest. For best routing Magellan recommends leaving all of the boxes checked. Select the Save button to confirm all your choices. -
Page 51: Traveling With The Re-Routing Mode On
Unless already done, check the Traffic Active option Check the Use alternative route option. Note that this causes the button just underneath to be renamed “Reroute option”. Select the Reroute Option button on the screen. A new screen appears on which you can set the distance from the event that will trigger the alternative route. -
Page 52: Alert Only Mode
Alert Only Mode This mode will not provide you with new routing information, it will only alert you to the event. Access the Main Menu and select User Options. Scroll down the list and select Traffic Options Select Traffic Selection. Check the Traffic Active option and make sure the Use alternative route option is deselected. -
Page 53: Traffic Alert Icon
Traffic Icon) Whenever the Magellan Maestro is receiving traffic information the traffic icon will be displayed in the lower right corner of the screen. If you are on a route and there are no traffic incidents on the route or if you are just travelling and there are no traffic incidents within a 15 mile radius of your current position, the ‘No... -
Page 54: Disabling Traffic Alerts
Disabling Traffic Alerts Access the Main Menu and select User Options. Scroll down the list and select Traffic Options Select Traffic Selection. Deselect the Traffic Active box Click Save to confirm your choice. When the RDS function is off all incoming Traffic messages are ignored. -
Page 55: Aaa Tourbook
Overview ® AAA TourBook travel information can help make your trip safe, easy and hassle-free. As a AAA member, Magellan Maestro offers you the exclusive advantage of discount listings wherever your AAA membership card is accepted. ® AAA TourBook The first step is to select the AAA TourBook and directions for the following. -
Page 56: Aaa Tourbook® Information
® AAA TourBook Information ® Search the AAA TourBook and events. Once selected, use the Route button to tell the Magellan Maestro to navigate you to that point of interest. ® Getting AAA TourBook Information Access the AAA TourBook Tap on AAA TourBook Tap on Accommodations, Restaurants, Destinations, Attractions, or Events. -
Page 57: Show Your Card & Save
Show Your Card & Save Search for businesses that offer discounts for AAA members with the Show Your Card & Save program. Once selected, use the Route button to tell the Magellan Maestro to navigate you to that point of interest. -
Page 58: Approved Automotive Repairs
Approved Automotive Repairs Search for AAA-approved automotive repair facilities for detailed information on hours of operation as well as services offered. Once selected, the Magellan Maestro can provide you with routing instructions. Getting Approved Automotive Repair Information Access the AAA TourBook Tap on Approved Automotive Repair. -
Page 59: Aaa Branch Offices
AAA Branch Offices Search for AAA branch offices with information on hours of operation and services offered. Once selected, use the Route button to tell the Magellan Maestro to navigate you to that AAA branch office. Getting AAA Branch Office Information Access the AAA TourBook Tap on AAA Branch Offices. -
Page 60: Campgrounds
Campgrounds Search for campgrounds that have been rated by AAA. Once selected, use the Route button to tell the Magellan Maestro to navigate there. Getting Campground Information Access the AAA TourBook Tap on Campgrounds. Select the search criteria: Near Current Position, Near City, Near Address, or Spell Name. -
Page 61: Overview
Tap on the tow truck to access Roadside AAA National Roadside Assistance Toll-Free Phone Number AAA Enrollment Phone Number with special benefits for Magellan Maestro owners. Latitude and longitude to help emergency services know your exact location. Assistance. when done. -
Page 62: Trip Planner
The Trip Planner is used to create a route with multiple destinations. In this document we refer to a route with multiple destinations as a “Trip”. Creating a Trip From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the Trip Planner icon. Select New from the Trip Planner Menu. -
Page 63: Starting A Trip
The list of trip destinations is displayed. 10. Tap on the destination name to bring up the menu. 11. Repeat steps 5 though 9 until the trip is complete with all desired destinations. 12. Tap Save. Starting a Trip From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the Trip Planner icon. Select Guide Me from the Trip Planner Menu. -
Page 64: Editing A Trip
Tap on the destination in the list to be used to as the first destination in the trip. In the example shown, tapping on ‘Sears, Roebuck’ (first destination in the list) would activate a trip that be from your current position to Sears, Roebuck, then Bank Of America, then Claremont, CA and finally Home Depot. -
Page 65: Renaming A Trip
Renaming a Trip From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap the Trip Planner icon. Select Delete, Rename from the Trip Planner Menu. Tap Rename. Select the trip to be renamed from the stored trips list. Use the keypad to edit the name of the trip. Tap OK. -
Page 66: Exit Pois
The Exit POI function provides a way of accessing commonly used POIs that are near an exit you are approaching while travelling on a freeway. Exit POIs include restaurants, gas stations, auto repair shops and hotels. Exit POIs can be accessed while on a route or just driving, as long as you are on a freeway. -
Page 67: Voice Recognition
Activating Voice Recognition To place the Magellan Maestro in a ‘listening’ mode for voice commands, you need to first ‘wake up’ the voice recognition software by speaking the attention word “Magellan”. Upon waking up the voice recognition software, the Say a Command screen is displayed. -
Page 68: Say A Command' Choices
Avoid speaking a command while others are talking. • Avoid fans blowing across the microphone. This problem occurs very often in summer when the air conditioning is turned up high. Turn down the fan or reposition the Magellan Maestro. •... -
Page 69: Bluetooth
Introduction The Bluetooth function of the Magellan Maestro allows you to use the Magellan Maestro as a hands- free device for a Bluetooth enabled mobile phone. You can answer and dial your phone by using the Magelan Maestro touchscreen.. Accessing the Bluetooth Main Menu... -
Page 70: Establish Connection
A passkey input window will pop up on your Magellan Maestro. You need to input the same numbers as you input to your mobile phone to this pop up window. Establish Connection Once paired you will still need to establish connection with the mobile phone if the message “No paired phone connected”... -
Page 71: Placing A Call Using The Address Book
Placing a Call Using the Address Book Access the Bluetooth Main Menu. Tap the Call icon. Select the search criteria; List All or Search Address Book. After searching or listing your entire address book, select the address from the list shown. If there is a phone number recorded for the address the “w:”... -
Page 72: Call Connected
• Tap to transfer the call to your mobile phone. • Tap to turn off the microphone in the Magellan Maestro. • Tap to hang up the call. Incoming call Answering an Incoming Call When there is an incoming call, the “Incoming Call”... -
Page 73: User Options
Use User Options to customize the Magellan Maestro to better suit your needs from a GPS navigator. Tapping the Back arrow from any of the User Option screens will cancel the changes. Setting Map Region If other map regions are available, either by having be preloaded or purchased as an accessory, the proper map region must be selected for your area. -
Page 74: Adjusting The Volume
Tap Save. Setting Auto Power Off Time The auto power setting will define the time that the Magellan Maestro will automatically turn off if it hasn’t moved or the touchscreen accessed. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. -
Page 75: Selecting Language
Select Never, 10 Minutes, 20 Minutes or 30 Minutes. Tap Save. Selecting Language The Magellan Maestro can be operated using English, French or Spanish as the language for displayed text and voice commands. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap System Settings. -
Page 76: Selecting Units Of Measure
Selecting Units of Measure From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap System Settings. Tap Units of Measure. Select Miles/Feet or Kilometers/Meters. Tap Save. Displaying Contact Us Information From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap System Settings. -
Page 77: Performing Diagnostics
Tap Next to view additional product information. Tap Prev to return to page 1. Tap the Back arrow to exit. Performing Diagnostics From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap System Settings. Tap Next. Tap Diagnostics. Tap Audio Test, Touchscreen Test or Video Test. When done, tap the Back arrow to exit. -
Page 78: Selecting Pois To Be Displayed On The Map
Selecting POIs to be Displayed on the Map In some areas the map can be cluttered with POIs making it difficult to find what you are looking for. Use POI Selection to set what categories of icons will be shown and which ones will be hidden. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. -
Page 79: Setting The Map Display To Heading Up Or North Up
Setting the Map Display to Heading Up or North Up The map can be displayed with the top of the display in the direction of your heading or North. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap Map Options. Select Heading Up or North Up. -
Page 80: Setting Detour Options
Using the Simulator When turned on, the simulator will offer the option of simulating movement on a route. Useful for learning about the Magellan Maestro while not driving. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap Simulator Mode. -
Page 81: Setting Tone Options
(The Simulate button is presently not active.) Tap Back arrow to record the changes and exit. Setting Tone Options Provides a way of selecting the tone used to announce arrival at a maneuver or destination. From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap Tone Options. -
Page 82: Setting The Gps Position
From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Insert a SD or MMC card with available space into the SD slot of the Magellan Maestro. Note that backing up data will overwrite any back up files on the SD or MMC card. -
Page 83: Viewing Map Information
Operation successful! Tap OK. Tap Back arrow to exit. Viewing Map Information From page 2 of the Main Menu, tap User Options. Tap Map Information. Tap Back arrow to exit. User Options Map Information Screen... -
Page 84: Appendix A - Poi Categories / Subcategories
Appendix A - POI Categories / Subcategories Icon Category Gas Stations Restaurants Coffee Appendix A Subcategories American Food African Food Australian Food Austrian Food Balkan Food Barbecue/Southern Belgian Food Bistro Bohemian Food Brewpub British Isles Food Cajun/Caribbean Food Californian Food Canadian Food Chinese Food Continental Food... - Page 85 Shopping Airports Bank/ATMs Convention Center Education Entertainment Golf Grocery Store Health Services Home Improvement Hotels Appendix A Book Store Clothing Store Department Store Discount Store Entertainment Electronic Flowers & Jewelry Furniture Store Record, CD Video Cinema Performing Arts Golf Course Golf Practice Range Grocery Store Convenience Store...
- Page 86 Marina Nightlife Parking Public Buildings Car Rental Rest Area Sports & Recreation Tourist Attraction Transportation Winery Other Services Appendix A Civic/Community Center City Hall Court House Library Police Station Post Office Bowling Alley Race Track Recreation Center Sporting & Instructional Amusement Park Historical Monument Museum...