Pub. 988-0160-191 Turn-by-Turn Mapping GPS and MP3 Player Operation Instructions Copyright © 2007 Lowrance Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be copied, reproduced, republished, transmitted or distributed for any purpose, without prior written consent of Lowrance. Any unauthorized commercial distribution of this manual is strictly prohibited. Lowrance® is a registered trademark and iWAYTM is a trademark of Lowrance Electronics, Inc. Points of Interest Data in this unit are by infoUSA, copyright © 2001-2007, All Rights Reserved. infoUSA is a trademark of infoUSA, Inc. Mapping Database, copyright © 2007 NAVTEQ. NAVTEQ ON BOARD is a trademark of NAVTEQ. Lowrance Electronics may find it necessary to change or end our policies, regulations and special offers at any time. We reserve the right to do so without notice. All features and specifications subject to change without notice. All screens in this manual are simulated. For free owner's manuals and the most current information on this product, its operation and accessories, visit our web site: www.lowrance.com Lowrance Electronics Inc. 12000 E. Skelly Dr. Tulsa, OK USA 74128-2486 Printed in USA. Preface: Introducing GPS........................................................ 1 How Lowrance GPS and the GPS System Work......................... 2 Section 1: Installation & Accessories.................................... 3 Power Cable ................................................................................... 3 External Connections.................................................................... 3 USB-to-PC Cable Connect ............................................................ 5 Other Accessories .......................................................................... 5 Mounting Brackets........................................................................ 6 Section 2: Map Mode Operation ............................................. 7 Touch Screen ................................................................................. 8 Map Mode and On-Screen Commands......................................... 9 Map Display Toolbar................................................................... 10 Auto Zoom .................................................................................... 11 Map Orientation button.............................................................. 11 Location Information button .................................................. 12 Get Location Information.................................................... 12 Map Mode Practice Run.............................................................. 13 Creating and Saving Contacts............................................ 14 Section 3: Music Mode Operation ........................................ 19 Getting Music on the iWAY........................................................ 19 Music Mode Display and On-Screen Commands ...................... 19 Visualization effects screen ........................................................ 20 Output Mode button.................................................................... 20 Audio Search/Browse Music Files .............................................. 22 Music Mode Practice Run ........................................................... 23 Section 4: Main Menu.............................................................. 25 Directions List ......................................................................... 25 Trip Calculator ........................................................................ 26 Route Via Destinations ........................................................... 27 Cancel Navigation ................................................................... 31 Routing Options....................................................................... 32 Turn Preview ....................................................................... 33 Categories Drawn.................................................................... 34 My Trails.................................................................................. 35 Language.................................................................................. 35 Safety Mode ............................................................................. 36 Sound and Voice Setup ........................................................... 37 Interface Options..................................................................... 38 Keyboard .............................................................................. 39 Brightness ............................................................................ 39 Transparency ....................................................................... 39 Calibrate Screen .................................................................. 39 i Table of Contents Units of Measure ..................................................................... 40 Reset Options........................................................................... 41 Device Information.................................................................. 41 Navigation Mode ..................................................................... 41 Transfer Data .......................................................................... 42 GPS Simulator......................................................................... 43 Picture Viewer ......................................................................... 44 Gauge Page .............................................................................. 45 Satellite Status / GPS Status button ..................................... 46 Time Settings........................................................................... 48 Section 5: Searching, Finding and Navigating................... 49 Using the Virtual Keyboard ....................................................... 50 Auto Complete feature ............................................................ 50 Fuel, Lodging, Restaurants and other POIs.............................. 53 Using the Name Filter ............................................................ 54 Navigating to a Selected POI ................................................. 55 Recent Destinations ................................................................ 55 Address Book ........................................................................... 56 Choosing New Destinations while Navigating...................... 57 Considering Temporary or Local Conditions......................... 58 Section 6: Point-to-Point Navigation.................................... 59 About Straight-line Navigation Mode (Point-to-Point) ............ 59 Switch Between Navigation Modes ........................................... 60 Straight-line Navigation Commands ......................................... 61 Waypoints = Contacts ................................................................. 61 Set a Waypoint ............................................................................ 61 Create Waypoint at Current Position .................................... 61 Create Waypoint on Map ........................................................ 62 Navigate To a Waypoint ............................................................. 63 Following Navigation Indicators................................................ 64 Navigating With Trails ............................................................... 66 NauticPathTM USA Marine Electronic Charts........................... 70 Reading NauticPath Map Information ...................................... 71 Enhanced Lake Maps.................................................................. 72 Elevation Contour Lines............................................................. 74 ii Notes iii A CAREFUL NAVIGATOR NEVER RELIES ON ONLY ONE METHOD TO OBTAIN POSITION INFORMATION. CAUTION When showing turn-by-turn navigation data, a GPS unit will show the shortest, most direct route to the destination. There are times when it may give directions, such as a U-turn, that may be prohibited in some locations. While navigating, a driver is responsible for noting all traffic signs and obeying all local traffic laws. When following turn-by-turn directions, a driver must take advantage of all available navigation tools, and must visually check to make sure a clear, safe path to the next destination is available. WARNING! When a GPS unit is used in a vehicle, the vehicle operator is solely responsible for operating the vehicle in a safe manner. Vehicle operators must maintain full surveillance of all pertinent driving conditions at all times. An accident or collision resulting in damage to property, personal injury or death could occur if the operator of a GPS-equipped vehicle fails to pay full attention to travel conditions and vehicle operation while the vehicle is in motion. Do not attempt to configure, adjust or enter information into your GPS unit while driving. iv And, how this manual can get you out on the road, fast! Welcome to the exciting world of turn-by-turn GPS navigation. Before you grab the iWAY 600cTM GPS unit and begin installing it, please give us a moment or two to explain how the manual can help you get the best performance from your mapping GPS receiver and MP3 music player. Our goal for this book is to get you on the road fast with a minimum of fuss. The manual has been designed so you don't have to read the whole thing from front to back for the information you want. At the start (or end) of each segment we will tell you what content is coming up next. If it's a concept you are already familiar with we will show you how and where to skip ahead for the next important topic. We have also made it easy to look up any tips you may need from time to time. Here's how: The manual is organized into five sections. This preface will introduce you to GPS, your iWAY unit and the manual's organization. The first section will help you install the iWAY in your vehicle. We also will show you how to use the USB cable to connect the iWAY to your PC. We will finish by describing some of the available accessories. Section 2 covers Mapping Mode Operation. It will show you how easy it is to run the iWAY right out of the box. This section features a onepage GPS Practice Run. If you have already jumped ahead and figured out how to install the unit yourself turn to the Map Mode Practice Run and head for the road with your GPS unit. In Section 3 we leave Mapping mode and introduce you to Music Mode Operation. The manual will explain everything you need to know about getting music into your iWAY, arranging the files on the unit and creating and using play lists. If you are in a hurry to get some music playing skip to the Music Practice Run. Section 4 describes the Main Menu, the commands used to configure settings such as screen brightness, sound levels and units of measure. We will also show you how to use features like the Trip Calculator. Finally, in Section 5, the manual will go into detail on how to search for and navigate to points of interest, addresses and contacts you have created. We will also offer tips on how to understand and follow the automatic turn-by-turn routes you have created. Before we go any further we would like to take just a moment to explain how the iWAY works. Preface: Introducing GPS 1 How Lowrance GPS and the GPS System Work You will navigate a little easier if you understand the basics of how the iWAY scans the sky to show you where you are and where you are going. You will use the iWAY's touch screen and buttons to enter commands and control its functions. As long as there is no interference - and the unit is locked on to a satellite signal - it will display your location on a moving map and help guide you to your destination. The power cord speaker allows you to hear verbal turn-by-turn driving instructions and listen to MP3 music files. The internal antenna tunes in to a couple of dozen GPS (Global Positioning System) and WAAS satellites circling the earth. The unit listens to signals from as many satellites as it can "see" above the horizon then computes its location in relation to those satellites. The iWAY plots your position on the map display on-screen. For the system to work the unit must have a clear view of the satellites. Unlike radio or television signals, GPS works at very high frequencies. These signals can be easily blocked by trees, buildings, an automobile roof, even your body. The iWAY's hard drive contains highly detailed road and highway mapping data for Hawaii, Alaska, the 48 contiguous United States and most of Canada. The iWAY 600c is the world's first portable navigation device with satellite imagery in full color. It's also the first automotive GPS to contain color satellite photos. This unit contains photos for more than 150 of the largest metropolitan areas in the United States and Canada. When you're in an area covered by satellite ...