Installing the Battery Before using Blackbird, install the included rechargeable battery. It is recommended that the battery be charged using the supplied AC adapter for 8 hours before using the system. 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. 1 Place Blackbird face down on a flat surface. unit body. 2 Press the battery door and pull away from the main 3 Attach the battery to the battery door will be a click sound-heard. 4 Insert and slide the battery assembly back into the Quick Reference Guide PMD-B100 In the Box Power Button­ Press and hold for 2 seconds SD/MMC Card Slot to power on the unit. Headphone Jack Volume Control Cradle with Cigarette Lighter Charger AC Adapter main unit until a click sound is heard. Note: Avoid removing this battery from the main unit. If the battery needs to be replaced, dispose of it in accordance with local hazardous material requirements. How to Mount Blackbird 1 Find a spot suitable for the navigation system. Ensure that both the suction cup and windshield area are clean and free of dirt and grease before attaching it. Stick the suction cup mount against the windshield. Turn the knob to activate the vacuum to lock the position. 2 Turn the knob counterclock2 wise to adjust up/down position. Then turn clockwise 3 to set the position. 3 Turn the knob clockwise to adjust right/left position. Then turn counter clockwise to set the position. DEVICE SHOULD NOT BE INSTALLED SO THAT IT OBSTRUCTS THE DRIVER'S VIEW. 4 Open the antenna before inserting the navigation system into the cradle. For best reception sensitivity, position the antenna 90 degrees to the main unit. CAUTION Remove the navigation system when you are away from the vehicle to prevent theft. 5 Slide the navigation system into the cradle until you hear a click sound. 6 Plug the cigarette lighter charger into the cigarette lighter socket. 4 5 Remote Sensor and Ambient Light Sensor Map Zoom In Main Menu Music Destination Map Zoom Out Current Vehicle Position Icon Cradle Connector Wiping Cloth 1200mAh Battery USB Cable Carrying Case To Remove the Navigation System from the Cradle 1 Press and hold the eject button on the cradle. 2 Grasp the navigation system behind the antenna and remove by sliding up and out of the cradle. Battery Charging Status Indicator External GPS Antenna Connector Mini USB Connector Owner's Manual Quick Reference Guide WARNING Improper installation may make the navigation system fall out from the cradle while driving. Please make sure all locks and knobs are turned tight. Do not install the navigation while driving. 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. Map Functions Below is an overview of different buttons and icons on the map display. For more detailed information about this screen, please see the owner's manual. Next Street Name Next Maneuver Arrow Distance to next maneuver Distance to Destination Map Orientation Main Menu ­ press this icon to access the main menu Main Menu From the Map or any screen, touch the Main Menu to access the following menus: Destination Set and save destinations using any of six different input methods. Home Easily get back to a predetermined home location from anywhere you're located. Entertainment Select and play MP3 music stored on your SD or MMC card. Route Allows you to view manuever lists, re-route or take a detour route, changing routing methods, or stop turnby-turn guidance. Battery Status Indicator GPS Status bar Map Scale Bar Information Contains system information as well as a navigation demonstration function. Traffic The traffic button is a feature coming soon that will allow you to take advantage of the built-in traffic information receiver. Optional subscription service required. Edit Edit Home destination, Address Book, and Previous Destinations. Setup Allows you to customize various characteristics of your navigation system's look and feel. Voice Prompt Repeat Button ­ Repeats the last voice prompt command. Return Key ­ Cancels back one screen. Current Street Name Current Vehicle Position ­ press this icon to return to the map from any screen. Also switches between MAP and ARROW screens. Go to a Destination The following example briefly describes how to input a distination in the Blackbird Portable Navigation System. Play Music Displays Song Titles and Artist Names Playing Time 1 Select Destination from Main Menu . Or press Destination button. 2 Select desired method. (Places and By Places Type is selected.) 3 Scroll the list. Select desired place type. (In this example, AMUSEMENT PARKS is selected.) Folder Number File Number Back Play/ Pause Forward Folder Up Folder Down Folder Search 1 Go to Main Menu Entertainment. 4 Select the search method. (In this example, Sort by Name is selected.) 5 Start typing in the first few letters of the name of the place. After a while a match may appear. Select it. 6 Select OK to Proceed to set the destination. Map is displayed. Follow the navigation. 2 Select a folder by using Folder Search. 3 Select a song by using Back or Forward. 4 Touch Play. ...