GPSmile 53 Portable Automobile Navigation System Product User Manual Version: V1.01 November 2006 Registered info HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc. All other trademarks belong to each registered companies. Note Contents of this manual will be modified without further notice. The proper operation temperature of the product is between 0~40. Operating or recharging in an environment with temperature over 45 might cause system to stop functioning. yet this should be considered as a normal phenomenon. Please do not operate in an extreme temperature environment. i GPSmile53 GPSmile53 ii Safety Precautions · Use the power adapter included with the package, using power adapters other than the one provided will result in malfunction and could prove dangerous. The device should only be used with the supplied batteries. About the power adapter 1. Do not use the power adapter in a wet environment. When hands and feet are wet, do not touch the power adapter. 2. While using the power adaptor ensure that the area is well ventilated. Do not let paper or other material cover the power adaptor, as this will interfere with cooling. Do not use the power adaptor whilst it is in a bag. 3. Do not attempt to repair the device. If device is damaged or is in a wet environment, replace the device immediately. · About the battery 1. Use only the original factory approved charger. 2. A Lithium battery is built in to the device. To prevent fire or skin burns, do not disassemble, pierce, impact, or expose the battery to fire. The battery will crack, explode, or release dangerous chemicals if placed in a fire. · Important instructions 1. Note: Replacing with an incorrect battery may result in an explosion. When disposing of the battery, follow the instructions. The replacement battery must be original factory approved. 2. Regulations must be observed when recycling or disposing of batteries. 3. The battery should only be used in this device. · · iii GPSmile53 Warranty Statement · This warranty applies to parts and services of GPSmile53 manufactured and sold through Holux Technology Inc. The local area covered is Taiwan; the warrantee length is one year from date of purchase (counting from the date on the sales receipt). Under normal user operation, Holux Technology provides free repair services. The replaced parts after repair are properties of Holux Technology Inc. · Holux Technology is not responsible for providing repairs or replacements of any software; Holux Technology does not provide any warranty service for third party software/hardware. Important instructions Note: This warranty does not cover damage or malfunction from the below causes: unauthorized disassembly/modification of unit, abuse or incorrect usage, accidental and other unpreventable causes, operation under variables mentioned other than in this product user manual, using parts not made or sold by Holux Technology, or repairs done by anyone other than Holux Technology and authorized retail/service provider. Expendable parts are not covered in the warranty. Any program, data, or portable storage media damages or loss are not responsible. Please contact your local Holux Technology authorized service provider to learn more about geographical limitations, proof of purchase requests, response time agreements, and other specific maintenance service requests. · GPSmile53 iv Technical Support · · If there are any questions regarding the use of this product, please logon to the website www.holux.com and see the FAQ. If answers cannot be found on the website, please send us an e-mail at info@holux.com , stating your query and location. Maintenance Service HOLUX Technology, Inc. +886-3-6687000 Web Site: www.holux.com E-mail: info@holux.com HOLUX Technology, Inc. www.holux.com v GPSmile53 Table of Contents Warranty Statement .........................................................iv Technical Support.............................................................v Maintenance Service.........................................................v Preface ...............................................................................1 Symbols .............................................................................1 Important Notice ...............................................................1 Other Functions ................................................................2 First time use.....................................................................3 Copyright .................................................................................. 3 Important Notice ...................................................................... 3 Package Contents .............................................................4 Basic Operation ................................................................5 Introduction ............................................................................. 5 Front View ........................................................................................ 5 Rear View ......................................................................................... 5 Left Side............................................................................................ 6 Right Side ......................................................................................... 6 Top View .......................................................................................... 6 Getting Started ..................................................................7 SD memory card installation................................................... 7 Using the stylus ........................................................................ 8 I/O interface ............................................................................. 8 Charging................................................................................... 9 Using Home / Travel adapter: ....................................................9 Using the car charger: ...............................................................10 Using the In Vehicle Bracket ................................................ 12 GPSmile53 Operating Methods .........................................................14 Startup .................................................................................... 14 Shutdown................................................................................ 14 Using Functions..............................................................15 Function Menu ................................................................16 Entering the Operation Menu ............................................... 16 Music Playback Function...................................................... 17 Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards............................. 17 Starting music playback......................................................... 17 Image Browsing Function..................................................... 19 Other ................................................................................20 Setting..................................................................................... 24 Time.............................................................................................24 Volume ........................................................................................25 Startup Message.........................................................................26 Stylus Adjustment......................................................................27 Backlight Setting ........................................................................28 Version ........................................................................................29 About...........................................................................................30 Using the CD ...................................................................32 Troubleshooting..............................................................32 System reset ............................................................................ 32 Quick Troubleshooting .......................................................... 33 Normal Care and Maintenance............................................. 33 Keep dry.......................................................................................... 33 Do not drop the unit ..................................................................... 33 Avoid sudden temperature changes .......................................... 33 Keep away from strong magnetic fields ................................... 34 Operating temperature................................................................. 34 Avoid exposure to sunlight ......................................................... 34 GPSmile53 Using the stylus ............................................................................. 34 Cleaning the screen....................................................................... 34 Do not disassemble....................................................................... 34 Storage.................................................................................... 34 Appendix..........................................................................35 Specifications ......................................................................... 35 Federal regulations .........................................................36 GPSmile53 Preface We appreciate your purchase of the GPSmile 53. Please read all instructions thoroughly for a full understanding of the products' features. Symbols For fast reference to the data you wish to find, this manual uses the following symbols. This icon means to take note to messages and to read for while during use. This icon means a warning and should take care not to damage the unit. This icon means useful tips for extra information while using. Important Notice · This system only provides a navigational reference. Do not use this system for any directional, distance, and geographic etc precise measurements. The first GPS positioning should be performed at a single set point, wide-open area without building shelters. Positioning time length will depend on the satellite signal strength, cloud levels; possibly taking up to 10 minutes. GPS (Global Positioning System) is the satellite system used by the United States of America Department of Defense. All maintenance and operations are also managed by the United States of America Department of Defense. Should the system be modified and adjusted, the precision and operation of GPS related systems might be affected. Any wireless communication products (mobile phone, radio, speed detection unit etc) might affect the GPS signal, resulting in a poor signal. For safety reasons, do not operate this system while driving a vehicle. · · · · 1 GPSmile53 · Do not leave this unit under your front windshield after you leave the vehicle. Exposure to high temperatures might be dangerous and cause overheating to the battery, resulting in malfunction of the device. Window tinting might interfere with the reception of satellite signals. We recommend you install a vehicle antenna to strengthen and stabilize the signal. The planned navigational route is for reference only; changes in roadside conditions (one way streets, no right turns) may happen so please respond accordingly to the situation and decide whether or not to follow the planned course. When placing this system in the vehicle, please secure with brackets on the car to ensure safety. The recommended installation location is illustrated below. X Do not block driver's view X Do not secure in front of airbag X Do not place on · · · unstable dashboard X Do not secure in front of airbag · Differences between manufactured and shipped versions may be present; this software may be updated frequently. If the descriptions in this manual are different from your software version, please follow the software version currently on hand. Other Functions · · · · Music playback: plays MP3 music files. Image display: displays photographs or image files Video play films eBook display text file GPSmile53 2 First time use Copyright Without the written consent of HOLUX Technology, Inc, this manual including the product and the software may not be duplicated, transmitted, recorded or saved on storage devices; nor shall it be translated under any circumstances into any other languages. Copyright ©2006 HOLUX Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Important Notice Please read thoroughly this manual of operating instructions and explanations. Use only original factory approved batteries and accessories to prevent unexpected damage. If the correct procedures were not followed for operation or incompatible accessories were connected, this violates the warrantee agreement and will automatically void the warrantee; even causing personal safety issues. 3 GPSmile53 Packag ...