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User Manual

Welcome

Thank you for buying CoPilot Live 7.
This guide will tell you everything you need to know about
using CoPilot Live 7.

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CoPilot Live can be used on a range of PDAs and Smartphones.

For a list of compatible devices, please visit:

www.alk.eu.com/copilot/compatibility.asp

To help you find information relating specifically to PDAs or Smartphones,
please use the below key:

for PDAs/touch screen devices

for Smartphones /non-touch screen devices

Note: Depending upon your device and/or screen orientation (portrait/landscape)

the user interface will vary. This can change the view of the menu layout.

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Contents

Getting starte01 d

Checklist ......................................................................................................... 5

Installing CoPilot Central................................................................................... 6

Preparing your Mobile Device ........................................................................... 6

Installing CoPilot Live 7 .................................................................................... 6

Starting up ...................................................................................................... 7

Activating CoPilot ............................................................................................. 7

Select language and voice .............................................................................. 10

Select a distance measurement ...................................................................... 10

Tips and Tricks .............................................................................................. 10

Configuring GPS ............................................................................................ 11

Setting up a Bluetooth GPS Receiver ............................................................... 11

Setting up a built in GPS Receiver ................................................................... 12

Using other GPS receivers .............................................................................. 12

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Selecting a destination ................................................................................... 13

Nearby points of interest ................................................................................ 14

Advanced POI Search..................................................................................... 15

Adjusting the POI settings .............................................................................. 16

To choose a Recent destination ...................................................................... 17

To choose a Contact’s address as a destination ............................................... 17

To choose an Intersection for your destination ................................................. 17

Selecting a destination using Lat and Long ...................................................... 18

Saving your Current Location .......................................................................... 18

Other ways to select a destination................................................................... 18

Selecting multiple stops for your journey ......................................................... 19

Customising your trip ..................................................................................... 19

Setting waypoints .......................................................................................... 20

Saving destinations in your planned trip as favourites ....................................... 20

Saving a trip .................................................................................................. 21

Loading a saved trip ...................................................................................... 21

Deleting a planned trip ................................................................................... 21

Preview your route ......................................................................................... 21

Begin driving ................................................................................................. 23

Safety Cameras* ............................................................................................ 23

Traffic Service* .............................................................................................. 23

Guidance ...................................................................................................... 23

Driving views ................................................................................................. 24

On screen information .................................................................................... 24

Setting display mode ...................................................................................... 25

Driver Safety.................................................................................................. 25

3D ................................................................................................................ 25

2D Where Am I? ............................................................................................ 25

2D Next Turn ................................................................................................. 26

2D Destination ............................................................................................... 26

Itinerary ........................................................................................................ 26

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Saving a destination as Home ......................................................................... 27

Saving a destination as Work .......................................................................... 27

Save your Favourite destinations ..................................................................... 28

Edit or delete Favourites ................................................................................. 28

Night Map ..................................................................................................... 29

Customising the guidance screen ................................................................... 29

Setting route preferences ............................................................................... 30

Saving a route preference .............................................................................. 30

Loading a saved routing profile ....................................................................... 30

Edit your road preferences ............................................................................. 30

Personalising the voice instructions ................................................................. 31

Setting Map Styles ......................................................................................... 31

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Applying Themes ........................................................................................... 31

Customising routing options ........................................................................... 31

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Optimising stops ............................................................................................ 32

Setting detours .............................................................................................. 32

Change your whole journey ............................................................................ 33

Ending a Detour ............................................................................................. 33

Avoiding Traffic* ............................................................................................. 33

CoPilot Live Traffic Service .............................................................................. 34

Setting-up CoPilot Live traffic ......................................................................... 34

Additional Traffic Settings ............................................................................... 35

Using traffic incidents..................................................................................... 36

You can also... ............................................................................................... 36

CoPilot Live ................................................................................................... 37

To create a CoPilot Live web account .............................................................. 38

To enter your Live account details into CoPilot:................................................. 38

Live connection status ................................................................................... 39

Adjusting CoPilot Live communication settings ................................................ 39

Setting map preferences ................................................................................ 40

Setting Map Styles ......................................................................................... 40

Setting route preferences ............................................................................... 41

Saving a route preference .............................................................................. 41

Loading a saved routing profile ....................................................................... 41

Edit your road preferences ............................................................................. 42

Adjusting your Safety View ............................................................................. 42

Checking the GPS status ................................................................................ 43

Track Playback .............................................................................................. 43

Adjusting the volume ..................................................................................... 43

Adjusting the Guidance Settings ..................................................................... 44

Safety Alert settings ....................................................................................... 44

Setting the Language and Speech .................................................................. 44

Device settings ............................................................................................. 45

Keyboard....................................................................................................... 45

Backlight ....................................................................................................... 45

Playing a demo .............................................................................................. 45

About CoPilot ................................................................................................ 45

Licensing ...................................................................................................... 46

Transferring your CoPilot Live License ............................................................. 46

Data Region .................................................................................................. 46

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CoPilot Central............................................................................................... 47

Create a map ................................................................................................ 47

Download a map............................................................................................ 48

Plan a Trip ..................................................................................................... 49

Entering an Address or City ............................................................................ 49

Trip Options ................................................................................................... 50

Transfer Trip from CoPilot Central to your mobile device ................................... 51

Download Updates ......................................................................................... 51

Purchase upgrades ........................................................................................ 51

Find out more ................................................................................................ 51

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Support ......................................................................................................... 52

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Getting started

Checklist

First check the contents of your box with the list below.

CoPilot Live

memory card

CoPilot Live Bluetooth

GPS Receiver*

* Optional accessory. Only included in certain CoPilot Live navigation kits.

+

Car mount may vary

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Companion DVD

Car Mount*

+

Product Key

Car Charger*

DocumentationCoPilot Central Desktop

Splitter cable*

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Installing CoPilot Central

CoPilot Central is a tool to help you manage CoPilot effectively and easily, but
you do not need to install it in order to use CoPilot on your device.

Using the CoPilot Central software you can plan trips and re-install CoPilot to
your storage card, as well as purchase upgrade licenses and maps for other
regions.

Insert the DVD into the DVD drive of your PC.•

An installation wizard will automatically launch.•

Follow the on screen instructions.•

Tips: CoPilot Central

For more information on CoPilot Central see page 47.

Preparing your Mobile Device

Insert the supplied CoPilot Live memory card into •
the memory card slot of your mobile device.

Note: The CoPilot Live card supplied includes adaptors that will fit MicroSD,

MiniSD and standard SD slots. For details on how to insert a Memory Card
please see the documentation that came with your mobile device.

Important: Make sure you set the correct date and time on your mobile

device to get the best GPS functionality.

Installing CoPilot Live 7

Turn on your mobile device, the CoPilot installer will •
automatically start.

Note: If the installer doesn’t start automatically

use File Explorer to navigate to Storage Card >
2577 and select AUTORUN.

You will be asked to accept the License agreement for CoPilot Live 7. Select •
I Accept to continue.

Please review the GPS information on the next •
screen and then select OK.

Select a location for your installation, we •
recommend that you install on your device.
Select Install to continue.

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CoPilot Live 7 will now be installed. This may take a few minutes, please be
patient.

A message advising the successful installation of the CoPilot Live •
application will be displayed.

• Select OK

• Done.

Starting up

Once the installation has completed, select the CoPilot
icon

on the Today screen. CoPilot will launch.

Note: Alternatively, select Start > CoPilot, or Start >

Programs > CoPilot to launch the application.

You will be asked to enter your Product Key.•

Your product key can be found on the product key card
that came with your CoPilot software. Enter your product
key in the boxes provided. Select Next to continue.

Activating CoPilot

After you have entered your product key you will be
asked to activate your software.

Press Next to activate now or Cancel if you prefer
to activate the license later. If you press cancel you
will still be able to use your CoPilot software under
an evaluation license for 4 days.

You can activate CoPilot:

Automatically• using the internet connection

of your mobile device.

Automatically• using the internet connection of

your PC.

Manually• using a PC connected to the Internet.

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Automatically activating CoPilot on your mobile

• Tap on Internet to select it and then tap Next.

• Use the action key/press 1 on your keypad to select Internet.

Enter your email address when requested and •
press Next.

CoPilot will try to connect to the internet using the
internet connection on your mobile device.

Note: To activate this way you must have a mobile

internet connection set up on your device.

Note: If a connection can’t be made an error screen

will show and you will be asked to return to the
previous screen to re-try or you can select ‘No Internet’.

Ta p Back to do this.

Select Options > Back to return to the previous screen.

Automatically activating CoPilot via a PC internet connection

If you connect your mobile device to your PC you can use the PC internet
connection to activate automatically.

Note: Your mobile device needs to be connected to your PC via either

Microsoft ActiveSync (PCs running Windows XP or earlier) or Windows Mobile
Device Center (PCs running Windows Vista).

Your PC must be connected to the internet to activate automatically.

• Tap on Internet to select it and then tap Next.

• Use the action key/press 1 on your keypad to select Internet.

CoPilot will automatically activate via your PC’s internet connection to the
activation server.

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Activation through the CoPilot activation website
at http://activate.alk.com

1 Select No Internet from the Activate CoPilot screen. Press Next.

Use the action key/press 2 on your keypad to select No Internet.

The next screen will show your product key and license number.2

Now, visit the CoPilot activation website at http://activate.alk.com and enter 3
your product key, license number and email address as requested. Press
Submit. Your activation code will be displayed on-screen and will be sent to
you by email.

On your mobile device, press 4 Next to continue to the next screen. Enter
your activation code and press Next.

After activation

When activation is completed you will see the message
Activation successful.

Press • Next to continue using CoPilot.

Data activation

You will now need to confirm the map region that you wish to activate. Select
your preferred map region from the list and press Next. You will be asked to
confirm your data selection. Press Finish to confirm your selection. Your license
activation is now complete.

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Select language and voice

On the Set Language screen you can choose which
language you would like CoPilot to use and which voice
you would like to hear guidance instructions in.

• Use the and arrows to choose your

preferred option.

• Use the action key to select your preferred

options.

Select • Test to hear a sample of the voice you have
chosen.

When you are happy with your selections press Next.

Note: You can change these settings at anytime,

Menu > > Settings > >

Language & Speech.

Menu > More > Settings > More >

Language & Speech.

Note: You can change these settings at anytime,

Menu > > Settings > Map

Menu > More > Settings > Map.

Safety Warning

You will be asked to accept the Safety Warning for CoPilot Live 7. Please read
this carefully and then select Accept.

Tips and Tricks

CoPilot has loads of great features, to help you get to know and understand
them we have included Tips and Tricks at start up.

To turn off the Tips and Tricks uncheck the ‘Show Tips and Tricks’ box.

To see more use and .

Press 1 or 2 on your keypad to view more tips and

tricks.

To close:

Click on the cross.

Press Done.

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Select a distance measurement

Choose between Miles and Kilometres for the distance
unit used in maps and instructions. Press Next.

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To view Tips and Tricks at any time

• Menu > > > Tips & Tutorials >

Tips & Tricks

• Menu > More > Tips & Tutorials > Tips & Tricks.

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Welcome Screen

On the Welcome screen we have included a quick
menu which allows you to easily enter a Destination,
select your Favourites, access your Settings, or Drive
to set off.

To close the quick menu:

Click on the cross.

Select Close.

Configuring GPS

You will need to set up your GPS receiver before you can begin navigating.

• Menu > > Settings > GPS > Setup GPS

• Select Menu > More > Settings > GPS >

Setup GPS.

On the Setup GPS Receiver screen choose between:

Built In -to use the GPS receiver built in to your 1
mobile device.

Bluetooth- to set up a connection between your 2
mobile device and the Bluetooth GPS receiver.

Other – recommended when you are using any other GPS receiver. 3

Once you have chosen, tap Next.

Setting up a Bluetooth GPS Receiver

Switch on your Bluetooth receiver•

Select ‘• Bluetooth’ on the Setup GPS receiver
screen.

Press Next.

CoPilot will automatically begin searching for Bluetooth
devices in your immediate vicinity. Once it has
completed the search it will display a list of all nearby
GPS devices.

Select your GPS receiver from the list. •

Note: If you are using the GPS receiver supplied with your CoPilot software it

will appear in the list with a name starting with BT-GPS.

• Ta p Next. To complete set up tap Finish.

• Press the action key on your keypad. To complete setup press Finish.

You’re ready for your first journey!

Note: The first time you use the GPS receiver it may take a moment to

determine your position.

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Setting up a built in GPS Receiver

If you selected Built-In you will need to choose
between Automatic and Manual. We recommend
Automatic setup.

With Automatic selected, press Finish. CoPilot will find
and connect to the GPS receiver in your device.

To set up Manually, select Manual, you will need
to select the COM Port that the GPS is connected
to and the BAUD rate for the device. Please consult
your device manufacturer for this information. When you have entered the
information press Finish to continue.

Once setup has been completed select Finish to
complete the process.

Note: If you get the message GPS Setup failed the

COM Port and/or BAUD information were incorrect.
Please try again.

You’re ready for your first journey!

Using other GPS receivers

If you selected Other you will need to connect the GPS Receiver manually.

You will need to select the COM Port that the GPS is connected to and the BAUD
rate for the device. Please consult your device manufacturer for this information.

Press Finish to continue. Once setup has been completed select Finish to exit.

You’re ready for your first journey!

Note: The first time you use the GPS receiver it may take

a moment to determine your position.

Tips: GPS Signal

You will not be able to receive a GPS signal inside
buildings, tunnels, garages, multi-storey and basement
car parks. To work effectively the GPS receiver needs
to have a clear line of sight to the sky.

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Note: The first time you use the GPS receiver it may

take a moment to determine your position.

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Safety information

Do not attempt to change the settings, or set
a destination on CoPilot while you are driving. Ask
a passenger to make changes, or pull over safely.

Do not leave your Mobile Device or GPS loose
in the car while driving. Ensure they are correctly
seated in a car mount.

potential matches. Select the correct street name
when it appears in the list below.

Enter the house number and select • Finish, or just
select Finish to skip this step.

A Route screen will then appear, showing you a preview
map of the route. Select Drive to begin navigating
your route.

Tips: Quick Destination Entry

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Selecting a destination

CoPilot uses GPS satellites to calculate your exact position
so you don’t have to enter your starting point. Simply enter
your destination and CoPilot will take you there, providing
detailed turn instructions all the way.

Select • Menu > Destination > Address.

Enter the city/town name of your destination.•

Select the correct city or area when it appears •
in the list below. Scroll down to see more address
options matching what you have typed.

Enter the first three or four letters of the street •
name. As you enter the street name CoPilot will list

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In the UK or Netherlands, if you know the full postcode of your destination,
select Menu > Destination > Address. Enter in the postcode. Select a
street name and key in a house number then press Finish.

You can also select a destination from the map.

Menu > Destination, scroll to the next page and

select Pick on Map.

Menu > Destination > More > Pick on Map.

A map of the area around your current location will
be displayed. Pan and zoom around the map and
select your desired destination when you find it.

There are even more ways to enter destinations in
CoPilot, for more information see pages 17 and 18.

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Nearby points of interest

If you’re running low on fuel, looking for a place to park or
you fancy a bite to eat, CoPilot has thousands of ready­loaded Points of Interest (POIs) to search.

Select • Menu > Nearby POI.

From the list, select a category. For example, Petrol Station. •

After a few moments a list of nearby petrol stations will appear, in order of
distance from your current location.

Select the petrol station you wish to visit. •

Ta p OK.

Press the action key.

A preview map of the route to your selected POI will appear.

Select • Drive to begin navigating the route.

Tip: Call ahead

You can call direct to a selected POI. Once you have
found a POI, select it then:

Ta p Details.

Press Options > Details.

If the phone number for this POI is available the Call
button will be available. Press Call to ring the POI
via your mobile device.

Tip: POI in the city

You can search for a POI within a city, near your
current location or along your route by pressing
Menu > Destination > Points of Interest.

You can search for a particular POI within a
category, by name. For more details, see

Advanced POI Search on page 15.

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Advanced POI Search

If you want to visit a specific POI without inputting the
address, you can search the POI database and set it
as a destination.

Select • Menu > Destination > Points of Interest.

If you know the name of the place you want to visit, enter it here.

• Ta p Next.

Scroll down to continue.

Choose to select a category or search all. If you •
check the Pick Category box, select the correct
category. Select Type to specify a subcategory.

Ta p Next.

Scroll down to continue.

Select a location option: choose from • Near current
location, Along my route or In a City to search
for a related POI. Press Next.

For • Near current location and Along my route, the POI list will be
automatically generated. If you selected In a City, enter the name of the city
or town nearest the POI you are searching for.

CoPilot will then search the thousands of POIs. When complete a list of the
nearest matches will appear on screen.

Select the correct POI from the list. •

• Press Details to view it on a map. CoPilot will also display the phone

number of the POI if available.

Press Options > Show on Map to view the POI on a map.

Select Options > Details to display the phone number for the POI if

available. Press Call to ring the POI via your mobile device or press Back to
return to the POI list.

For CoPilot to create a route from your current location to your selected POI: •

Select OK.

Press the action key.

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Adjusting the POI settings

You can choose when to have POIs shown on screen
and the distance at which you are alerted to them
by adjusting the POI settings.

• Ta p Menu > > Settings > > POIs.

Select Menu > More > Settings > POIs.

Enable the POIs by checking the box. Disable •
by unchecking.

Choose to • Show POIs Always, Never or When Stopped from picklist.

Tip: Call Ahead

If you choose to show POIs on a map, you can select the POI and CoPilot
will display the phone number if available. Press Call to ring the POI via
your mobile device.

In the • Report POIs this far ahead field, select a distance between

0.2 and 25 miles.

Select how long POI messages are displayed with the • Message Timeout
picklist. Select between 5 seconds and 5 minutes.

Select whether to show POIs that are on your route or nearby it. Select •
between On Route and Near Route.

Select specific POI categories to display by checking the boxes. •

Select • OK to apply the settings and return to the Settings menu.

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To choose a Recent destination

• Select Menu > Destination > > Recent.

Select Menu > Destination > Recent.

Recent provides quick and easy access to the last
50 destinations that you entered.

Note: Your recent list will store the last 50 addresses

you have entered. When the list is full each new
address will replace an older inactive address.

To delete the list:

• Select Menu > Destination > > Recent >

Clear All.

Select Menu > Destination > Recent > Clear All.

To choose a Contact’s address as a destination

You can select an address from any Contacts that you have
stored in your device.

To select a contact tap Menu > Destination > > Contact.

Select Menu > Destination > More > Contact.

To choose an Intersection for your destination

• Select Menu > Destination > > Intersection.

Select Menu > Destination > More > Intersection.

Enter the city/town name of your destination. You will be asked to enter the first
road and then the second. CoPilot will calculate your route to the point where
they meet

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Enter your contact name to automatically recall the address saved in your
mobile device.

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