INFORAD EN 1 - How does INFORAD K0 work? GPS Speed Camera Warning Device User's Guide A Using the GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite network, INFORAD K0 always knows the position of your vehicle, and its processor compares this with the more than 17,000 risk areas stored in its database. INFORAD K0 warns you before you enter a risk area, whether or not there is a speed camera there. 3 - Using your INFORAD 2 - Installing your INFORAD B C 2.1 - Make sure that the contents of the package are complete. It should include an INFORAD K0 device, a windscreen mounting clip (A), a cigarette lighter power adapter, a USB extension cable and this manual. 2.2 - Installing INFORAD in your vehicle Your INFORAD device can be placed directly on the vehicle's dashboard, as close as possible to the windscreen and in the driver's line of site or mounted on the windscreen using its mounting clip. We especially recommend using the mounting clip with heat reflective windscreens: Refer to section 5 "Optimising satellite signal acquisition". Whatever the mounting position used, make sure that the INFORAD logo on the device is pointing skywards. Connect the INFORAD device to the cigarette lighter adapter with the aid of a USB extension cable. On power up, INFORAD starts immediately and three beeps are heard indicating proper start up. 3.1 - Capturing satellite signals Once the INFORAD K0 is live, satellite data will begin to be acquired. This may take 1 to 5 minutes depending on where you are located (acquisition is faster in open landscape than in town or in wooded areas). As soon as data is acquired, a tone alerts you to the INFORAD K0 protecting you. If, for any reason, no tone sounds, this means that the satellites have not yet been found. In this case, refer to section 5 "Optimising satellite signal acquisition" and if this does not solve the problem, call our technical support helpline. 3.4 - Cigarette lighter power adapter Insert the adapter into the cigarette lighter in your vehicle and connect the USB extension cable. Remove the cap from your INFORAD (C) and insert the USB outlet (B) into the other end of the USB extension cable. 3.5 - Mounting clip To release your INFORAD K0 from its mounting clip, press on the side tabs. 4 ­ Alarms 5 ­ Optimising satellite signal acquisition Your INFORAD alerts your to approaching risk zones through audio alarms as follows : SATELLITE ALERTS: Device operational, INFORAD is protecting you Satellite loss Multi-tone melody for satellite acquisition Multi-tone melody for satellite loss 5.1. - Make sure that the INFORAD logo on your device is pointing skywards. 5.2. - Mount close to the windscreen. Make sure that your INFORAD device is installed as close as possible to the leading edge of the windscreen. This is very important for the top of the device (the engraved INFORAD logo side) must be visible from the sky to pickup the satellites. If the device is located too far back on the dashboard, the vehicle roof may mask some of the satellites and make it harder to receive signals. 5.3. - Be patient. When starting INFORAD for the first time, it may take a little longer to capture the satellite signals. It should not take more than 5 minutes at most. If it does, contact Technical Support (see end of document). 5.4. - Keep still. For the best results, please ensure that your vehicle is stationary and free from overhead obstructions (garage, tree cover, tall buildings etc...). 5.5. - Check for an athermic front windscreen. Your vehicle may be fitted with an athermic or `comfort' windscreen. This means the windscreen is manufactured with an invisible metal film designed to reflect the sun's heat. Such windscreens tend to weaken and in some cases even block the GPS signal. To test if this is the case, try holding your INFORAD out of the vehicle's window or sunroof. If acquisition occurs, there is the strong possibility that your windscreen is a heat reflective one. In this case, identify those areas of your windscreen that are not heat reflective and fit the mounting clip to one of these fields using its self-adhesive strip (making sure that this part of the windscreen is perfectly clean and dry before affixing). Then insert your INFORAD device into the mounting clip. 6 ­ Updating the on-board speed camera database SPEED CAMERA ALERTS and Points Of Interest (POI): your position Type of area Risk zones and radar ( SPECS, GATSO, Digital GATSO, TRUVELO, SAGEM, etc.. ) A user-defined Point of Interest (POI) Zone exit Approaching the area 3 beeps Too fast The speed camera database Your INFORAD is designed to work out of the box and requires no complex installation. It is supplied pre-loaded with a database containing the location and operating direction of over 17,000 speed cameras across Europe. Currently, the UK, Benelux, France, Spain, Ireland, Germany, Austria, Portugal, Italy, Sweden, Norway, Switzerland, Holland and Finland are covered. The database will change from time to time as the network evolves. INFORAD has a team of people constantly verifying this evolution to ensure the best possible coverage. Nevertheless, if you discover an anomaly or a new speed camera position that is not in our latest database, please let us know by using our INFORAD MANAGER software (risk area information form) or our Web site (join the Inforad community). The database evolves continually so as to always ensure that you have maximum protection. Consequently, we recommend that you update your INFORAD device every week using INFORAD MANAGER. - the approach and departure distance of speed camera alarms, enable and use the onboard trip recorder, diagnose faults, manage your own user-defined Points of Interest (POIs), download database updates. 8 - Installing and using INFORAD MANAGER 8.2 - Ensure you have an Internet connection. INFORAD MANAGER needs an Internet connection to perform all functions properly. Please check that your `broadband' or `dial-up' Internet connection is running properly. If not, restart the connection. If the `broadband' or `dial-up' connection is working, go to the next step. 8.3 - Anti-virus software and firewalls. If you encounter problems with your Internet connection via INFORAD MANAGER, this may be caused by the anti-virus or firewall software installed on your PC. In this case, you will need to disable the application during the update process. If after following all these points your problem persists, please refer to the `Technical Support' link which can be found in the `Help' section in the INFORAD MANAGER software. You should complete the form describing your problem. We will investigate the problem and endeavour to resolve it for you as quickly as possible. Alternatively, you may send our support team an email. (See Online technical support at the end of this document). In order to use IFM, you will need to first download the software from the web site (see end of document for web address). Follow the on-screen instructions. If after completing the installation process, no icon appears on your desktop, the chances are your installation was not successful. In this event, please try again. 8.1 - Connecting INFORAD to your PC. N.B. The connection sequence is important. First of all, make sure that you have correctly installed INFORAD MANAGER on your PC. Now run the INFORAD MANAGER software. Then connect your INFORAD to one of the USB outlets in your PC. Once done, click on the `start' button displayed on the `welcome page' to begin detection of your device. If after a few seconds INFORAD MANAGER is unable to detect your device, make sure that your INFORAD device is connected properly and, where necessary, reconnect your INFORAD to another USB port on your PC. Ensure that your INFORAD is connected directly to the PC and not to a `docking bay' used with certain laptops. Once INFORAD MANAGER has detected the unit, you may proceed to the next step. WARNING Only use the USB extension cable in your vehicle; it should not be used for a PC connection. GPS receiver: , 20 channels Update time : 1 second Accuracy: Position 10.9 yards; RMS speed < 0.62 mph Processor: RISC 32 bits ARM7 at 49MHz Memory: Processor 128Kb RAM 8Mb. Alarms: Audible Power supply: Cigar lighter adapter: Input: 12/24V DC, Output: 5V DC 850 mA max Dimensions: Length: 2.95 in. - Width: .98 in - Height: .39 in. Complete product weight: 0.7 oz. *Depending on local meteorological conditions Can be simultaneously used as a GPS receiver. Compatible with NMEA0183 v2.0 4800 Baud for navigation applications, running on PCs. 10 ­ Specifications WARNING The USB extension cable included with your INFORAD K0 is meant to be used exclusively in your vehicle. In no case should it serve as a connection from your INFORAD to a PC. About your INFORAD Your INFORAD K0 has been designed to improve road safety by raising your awareness of speed limits. The device does not detect speed cameras but uses the GPS satellite system instead. This makes it legal in most European countries with the exception of Germany and Austria. Nevertheless, we strongly suggest that you consult before travelling to ensure the device complies with local laws. Two tone alarm 7 - INFORAD MANAGER (IFM) Software 2 beeps 1 beep 2 tones Minimum PC system requirements: Processor: Pentium II or higher RAM: 128 Mbytes Operating systems: MS Windows® 98SE, ME, 2000, NT, XP and VISTA. Your INFORAD can be reconfigured using the INFORAD MANAGER software that can be downloaded free of charge from our web site. IFM allows you to reconfigure your unit and modify among other things: 9 - Online technical support If you have difficulties installing or operating your INFORAD unit, you can refer to the section «HELP/ FAQs» on the web site or alternatively contact our customer support by email: support@gpsinforad.com The "crossed-out bin" symbol signifies that this product may not be thrown away with domestic waste. It must be recycled. At the end of its life, dispose of your electronic product in an authorised collection area in order to recycle it. This treatment of your electronic waste will protect the environment and your health. INFORAD Ltd Unit L6, Smithstown Industrial Estate, Shannon, County Clare, Ireland Tel: +353 61 719750 - Fax: +353 61 719747 Web site : http://www.gpsinforad.co.uk or http://www.gpsinforad.com Contact: info@gpsinforad.com Technical support: support@gpsinforad.com 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 INFORAD FR 1 - Comment fonctionne INFORAD K0 ? GPS Avertisseur radar Manuel d'utilisation A Utilisant le réseau de satellites GPS (Global Positioning System), INFORAD K0 connaît en permanence la position de votre véhicule et son processeur la compare avec plus de 17000 zones à risques contenues dans sa base de données. INFORAD K0 vous avertit alors à l'approche de toute zone dangereuse, matérialisée ou non par un radar. 3 - Utilisation 2 - Installation de votre INFORAD B C 2.1 - Vérifiez que le contenu du paquet est complet. Il doit comprendre le boîtier INFORAD, un adaptateur allume-cigare, un clip de fixation pare-brise (A), un câble prolongateur USB et une notice. 2.2 - Installez INFORAD dans votre véhicule Votre INFORAD peut être placé directement sur le tableau de bord de la voiture, au plus près du pare-brise et dans la ligne de vue du conducteur; ou fixé au pare-brise grâce à son clip de fixation. L'utilisation du clip de fixation est particulièrement recommandée en cas de pare-brise athermique : Voir §5 «Optimisation de l'acquisition satellites». Quelle que soit la position adoptée, assurez-vous que le logo INFORAD gravé sur l'appareil soit dirigé vers le ciel. Connecter le boîtier INFORAD à l'adaptateur allume-cigare à l'aide du câble prolongateur USB. Dès la mise sous tension, INFORAD démarre aussitôt et 3 bips retentissent, indiquant le bon démarrage de l'appareil. 3.1 - Acquisition des données satellites Une fois INFORAD K0 sous tension, l'acquisition des données satellites démarre. Cela peut prendre 1 à 5 minutes en fonction de l'endroit où vous vous trouvez (l'acquisition sera plus rapide en zone dégagée qu'en milieu urbain ou en pleine forêt). Aussitôt l'acquisition effectuée, une mélodie vous prévient que votre INFORAD K0 vous protège. Si, pour quelque raison que ce soit, aucune mélodie ne retentit, cela signifie que les satellites n'ont pas encore été trouvés. Si c'est le cas, reportez-vous au paragraphe §5 «Optimisation de l'acquisition satellites» et si cela ne suffit pas, contactez notre centre de support technique. 3.4 - Adaptateur allume-cigare Insérez l'adaptateur dans la prise allume-cigare de votre véhicule et connectez le câble prolongateur USB dans celui-ci. Enlevez le bouchon (C) de votre INFORAD et insérez la prise USB (B) à l'autre extrémité du prolongateur USB. 3.5 - Clip de fixation Pour libérer INFORAD K0 de son clip de fixation, exercer une pression sur les languettes laté ...