Portable Automobile

Navigation System

Product User Manual

Version: V1.02

July 2006

Registered info

HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc.

All other trademarks belong to each registered companies.

Note

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Contents of this manual will be modified without further notice.

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The products operating temperature is between 0°C ~ 40°C; please do not operate under extreme temperatures.

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

• Do not use the power adapter in a wet environment. When hands and feet are wet, do not touch the power adapter.

• 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.

• Do not attempt to repair the device. If device is damaged or is in a wet environment, replace the device immediately.

• About the battery

• Use only the original factory approved charger.

• 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. instructions

™ 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.

™ Regulations must be observed when recycling or disposing of batteries.

™ The should only be used in this device.

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Warranty Statement

• This warranty applies to parts and services of GPSmile52 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 replaceable battery warranty is six months.

™ 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.

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.

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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 [email protected]

, stating your query and location.

Maintenance Service

HOLUX Technology, Inc.

+886-3-6687000

Web Site: www.holux.com

E-mail: [email protected]

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Table of Contents

Safety Precautions.............................................................i

Warranty Statement ..........................................................ii

Technical Support............................................................iii

Maintenance Service........................................................iii

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

Getting Started ..................................................................7

SD memory card installation................................................... 7

Using the stylus ........................................................................ 8

I/O interface ............................................................................. 8

Charging................................................................................... 9

Using the In Vehicle Bracket ................................................ 11

Operating Methods .........................................................13

Startup .................................................................................... 13

Shutdown................................................................................ 13

Using Functions..............................................................14

Function Menu ................................................................15

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Entering the Operation Menu ............................................... 15

Setting..............................................................................16

System Settings....................................................................... 16

Music Playback Function...................................................... 21

Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards............................. 21

Starting music playback......................................................... 21

Image Browsing Function..................................................... 23

Using the CD ...................................................................24

Troubleshooting..............................................................24

System reset ............................................................................ 24

Quick Troubleshooting .......................................................... 25

Normal Care and Maintenance............................................. 25

Storage.................................................................................... 26

Appendix..........................................................................27

Specifications ......................................................................... 27

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Preface

We appreciate your purchase of the GPSmile 52.

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.

9 This icon means to take note to messages and to read for while during use.

0 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

only 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.

(Global

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.

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• 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 between 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.

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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.

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Package Contents

Your product should include the following accessories:

NAV-52 Unit In Vehicle Bracket Bracket fixing

Car Adapter

Home / Travel Adapter

(Optional)

SD Memory Card

(Optional)

CD-ROM Quick Guide

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Basic Operation

Introduction

Front View

Charging indicator LED

Charging: Red

Full: Green

Rear View

Stylus

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3.5” TFT LCD with touch screen

Speaker

System power switch

I/O interface

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Left Side

Right Side

External Antenna port

USB port

Stylus

SD card slot

Reset button

Top View

Power button

Menu button

Note: The Menu button is only functional during GPS navigation.

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Getting Started

If you are a first-time system user, the following explanations will help you quickly understand the system operations, and experience the system’s powerful and convenient functions.

SD memory card installation

This unit is equipped with a SD memory card slot; you can purchase SD

(Secure Digital) Cards to expand the memory capacity.

To insert the memory card:

With the metal contacts of the memory card facing back, insert the card into the slot on the right side of the unit.

To remove the memory card:

1. Gently press the top of the memory card, and the card will eject automatically.

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9 the memory card.

The included memory card contains the digital map files that are required for the GPS navigational data. Please do not delete.

When removing the memory card, please make sure the card is not reading data, or it will cause a system crash.

Do not set the SD memory card as write protected, or the system will not operate properly.

0 When operating, accidental removal of the memory card will result in showing an error message. Please reinsert the memory card and the system may need to be reset before further use.

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Using the stylus

This unit can be controlled easily though the touch screen. The stylus is an assist tool for operating this unit and is concealed in a pen slot at the rear.

Pull out to use.

Stylus

I/O interface

The I/O interface has five pins, and each pin function is described as below.

Pin Function

1 VCCIN (DC 5.4 ± 0.2 1A)

1 2 3 4 5

2 TX

Serial Data output port A (TTL

Level；Voh≧2.4V，

Vol≦0.4V; Ioh=Iol=2mA)

3 RX

Serial Data input port A(TTL

Level；Vih≧0.7*VCC；

Vil≦0.3*VCC)

4 GND

5 Outside device (Reserve of software program definition.)

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Charging

Using Home / Travel adapter:

Before using the device for the first time, we strongly suggest you use a fully charged battery.

1. Insert the USB connector into the unit.

2. Plug the adapter into a power outlet.

Using the car charger:

While using the device in a vehicle, use the included car charger for long periods of usage.

1. Plug in the small plug into the power jack on the rear of the in vehicle bracket.

2. Insert the other end into the cigarette lighter.

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9 This device uses a built-in rechargeable battery, please note the following: or expose to direct sunlight.

• Do not wait until the battery is depleted to recharge.

• When not using the unit for a long time, please turn off the system switch.

• When charging a completely depleted battery, wait at least one minute before system startup. This will prevent excessive battery discharge.

• When charging starts, the charging indicator light will be red, please wait for the charging to complete (this might take several hours). After charging is completed the indicator light will be green.

Charging indicator LED

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Using the In Vehicle Bracket

The included in vehicle bracket set can be securely suctioned on the front windshield, or using the adhesive plate, securing on top of the glove compartment. This device will effectively secure the GPS unit in the vehicle.

Follow the procedures below to secure the bracket:

1. Follow the arrows and stable the unit into the in-vehicle bracket fitting holes to secure.

2. Gently push in the unit until the unit is tightly fixed with the bracket.

Note: Please note the directions of the arrows, when fitted the assembly should be tight. If these directions are not followed, a loose fit will result, and components must be reassembled.

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3. Bend the bracket support to a proper angle. Suction the vehicle bracket securely to the windshield, ensuring its base is resting firmly on the dashboard.

4. Follow the directions to insert the bracket into the slots on the bracket, and slide to fix the set

(A Æ B). is complete.

9 When using the in-vehicle secure bracket, do not install in a location that will block the view of the driver

9 Recommended requirements:

The bracket base should be resting securely on the dashboard to prevent excessive shock.

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Operating Methods

Startup

1. For first time use, please turn the system power switch at the rear side On.

2. Press and hold the power button for about two seconds to turn on the power.

Note: Before the first time use, please switch the system power on.

Shutdown

1. While power is on, press the power button to turn off power.

2. If the unit will not be used for a long time, turn the system power switch at the rear side Off.

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System power switch

Power button

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Using Functions

During the first startup, the screen will show the main screen consisting of four functions: navigation, music, photo, and settings. Directly select the icon onscreen to use the function.

GPS

Music

Photo

Setting

Loads the navigation program and navigation screen

Note: If the SD card with navigator software is inserted, the system will enter GPS function automatically after startup.

Plays MP3 music

Plays images

Function adjustments and operation instructions

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Function Menu

The function menu is the main function window other than the navigation screen and includes system settings, navigation settings, schedule plans,

GPS status, MP3, image browsing.

Entering the Operation Menu

Under the navigation screen, press the Menu button to enter the operational menu.

Menu button

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Setting

The setting function gives you the ability to adjust the basic system options, including time settings, volume control, screen calibration, startup message, backlight setting, version info, and GPS reset etc. You can modify the settings according to personal preferences.

System Settings

Time

1. After system startup, select [Setting] from the main screen to go into the System Settings window.

2. Select from the Hour pull down menu and choose the correct value. from Minute pull down menu and choose the correct value.

Hour Minute

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4. Select to confirm, or select to keep original settings.

5. Select to return to main menu screen.

Volume

1. Under the settings window, control the volume directly with the scroll

bar. There are six levels of volume in total.

Scroll Bar

Startup Message

1. Under the settings window, select the Warning Voice On or Off for whether the startup message is to be broadcast.

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Stylus Adjustment

Control of the unit is accomplished primarily through the stylus by touching/writing on the screen. If the system cannot correctly identify your stylus’ input, please run through the screen calibration procedure.

1. From the settings window, select [Stylus Adjustment] to start the screen calibration procedure.

2. Use the stylus and touch the cross at the center of the screen once.

3. Touch the cross in the second position once. position once.

5. Continue the calibration by touching the cross in the positions that follow

6. To finish the calibration procedure, press the Enter key to accept the new settings.

8. Select to go back to the main menu screen.

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Backlight Settings

The backlight settings will adjust the brightness of the backlight and the auto-off time.

1. Under the settings window, select Backlight to enter the backlight settings window.

2. Select the time to turn off backlight when running off the battery / external power (1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min, Always On).

3. Scroll the brightness bar to control backlight brightness. There are six levels in total.

4. Select to confirm or select to keep the original settings.

5. Select to return to main menu screen.

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Version

1. Under the settings window, select Version to enter the version window.

2. The screen display will show the version information and instructions for operation of music playback and image browsing functions.

3. Select to exit the Version screen.

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Music Playback Function

This unit has an MP3 Music Playback function that is capable of playing back MP3 files stored on SD memory cards.

Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards

On your computer, you must first convert the music from an audio CD into

MP3 files, then save them onto the SD memory card.

All the files need to be stored under the MP3 directory, and the file format needs to be “*.mp3”.

Starting music playback

1. Insert the SD memory card with stored MP3 files into the SD memory card slot on the unit.

2. Power on, and select the [Music] icon on the main menu.

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3. The Music Playback Window. Use the buttons to control each playback function.

1 Play

2 Next

3 Stop

4 Previous

5 Repeat mode

6 Battery indicator

7 Timer

8 Volume up

9 Volume down

10 Repeat mode indicator

11 Progress Bar

12 Volume display

13 Exit

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Image Browsing Function

1. The system has an Image

Browsing function that is capable of displaying images/photographs stored on SD memory cards.

All the files need to be stored under the Image directory, and the file format needs to be “*.jpg”.

2. Insert the SD memory card with stored image files into the SD memory card slot on the unit.

3. Power on, and select [Photo] icon on Main Menu.

Exit

Previous

Next

Previous

Full screen mode

Multiple

Next

Multiple

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Exit full screen mode

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Troubleshooting

System reset

Only under extremely few circumstances will it be required to reboot the system. Reset your system if the following situations occur:

1. Heavy lag experienced with screen refresh or operations, resulting in an inoperable system.

2. Cannot turn off the system with power button.

3. No response with selection on the screen.

• Press the reset button on the right side of the unit.

Reset button

• The system will immediately reset.

• You will now see the main screen and the system is ready for use.

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Quick Troubleshooting

Power

Screen

Cannot startup Insufficient battery charge, please connect to the adapter and restart system.

No screen displayed

After powering up, if the system does not respond, try the following:

1. Connect adapter, restart system.

2. Reset system.

Display speed is too slow

1. Check if the battery is low on power.

2. Reset system.

Reset system. Screen has no response cannot display my current location

Make sure your current location is not obstructed by buildings or other interferences.

Normal Care and Maintenance

To ensure the unit’s normal operation and extended life span, please note the following while using and storing:

Keep dry

This product is not waterproof. If it comes into contact with water spray or is submerged it will seriously damage the components, resulting in irreversible damage.

Do not drop the unit

If violently impacted or shocked, serious damage may be caused.

Avoid sudden temperature changes

Condensation may occur when entering a warm room on a cold day. To prevent condensation from damaging the unit, please place into an airtight plastic bag before sudden temperature changes.

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Keep away from strong magnetic fields

When using or storing, please keep away from strong electromagnetic/radioactive or magnetic field equipment.

Operating temperature

The products operating temperature is between 0°C ~ 40°C; please do not operate under extreme temperatures.

Avoid exposure to sunlight

Please avoid long periods of sunlight or high temperature exposure.

Using the stylus

The LCD screen is easily scratched; please use only the stylus for operation. Do not use any other sharp objects on the screen to avoid damaging the LCD screen.

Cleaning the screen

Using a soft clean cloth to wipe the screen is recommended; do not use ordinary tissue to wipe the screen.

Do not disassemble

Please do not disassemble the product, this may void the warranty and damage the unit.

Storage

When the product is not being used for a long period, please remove the battery and store in a cool and dry place. For long-term storage, keeping the unit in a dry box is recommended.

Please do not keep the product in the following environments:

1. Unventilated and humid locations.

2. In a car window that is exposed to excessive amounts of sunlight.

3. In an environment where humidity is over 90%.

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Appendix

Specifications

Integrated GPS Receiver 20 parallel channels

Acquisition Time

• Reacquisition : 0.1 sec.

• Hot start : 1 sec.

• Warm start : 35 sec.

• Cold start : 42 sec.

Accuracy

GPS antenna

Handheld Software (Preloaded)

Processor

Operating System

Memory

Weight

Size

Position: 10 m. for 90%

Velocity: 0.1 m/s

Built-in patch antenna

Companion CD: Adobe Acrobat Reader® for Pocket PC -

PDF file viewer

NAV-52 Handheld Manual

Centrality Atlas Processor at 200 MHz.

Microsoft Windows CE. Net 4.2 Core Version

32 MB NAND flash memory and 64MB SDRAM memory for operating system and embedded applications

< 180 g

Car Holder / Charger

Battery

Extension Slot

Display

LED

Audio

95.5 (L) x 77 (W) x 22 (H) mm

Input voltage: 11V. ~ 28V.

Output voltage: 5.5V. ± 0.3V.

Rechargeable 2600 mAh. Polymer Li-ion

Battery life: 8 ~ 10 hrs.

SD card slot, over 1 GB.

3.5" high-brightness & contrast ratio transflective TFT

LCD (16.7 M colors) with touch screen.

240 x 320 resolution

Red/Green LED for battery charging status

Built-in speaker.

Software volume control.

0°C ~ 40°C Operation Temperature

Storage Temperature

Mini-USB Connector

-20°C ~ 70°C

USB client; DC power in

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