Holux GPSmile53 User Manual

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GPSmile 53 Portable Automobile

Navigation System

Product User Manual

Version: V1.00

April 2007

Registered info

HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc.

All other trademarks belong to each registered companies.

Note

z Contents of this manual will be modified without further notice.
z 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.

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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.

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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.

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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 [e-mail]

, stating your query and location.

Maintenance Service

HOLUX Technology, Inc.

[phone]

Web Site: www.holux.com

E-mail: [e-mail]

HOLUX Technology, Inc.

www.holux.com

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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

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Operating Methods .........................................................14

Startup .................................................................................... 14

Shutdown................................................................................ 14

Using Functions..............................................................15

Function Menu Music Playback Function......................... 16

Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards............................. 16

Starting music playback......................................................... 16

Image Browsing Function..................................................... 18

Other ................................................................................19

Video (Optional)..................................................................... 19

eBook...................................................................................... 22

Setting..................................................................................... 24

Time.............................................................................................24

Volume ........................................................................................25

Startup Message.........................................................................26

Stylus Adjustment......................................................................27

Backlight Setting ........................................................................28

Version ........................................................................................29

About...........................................................................................30

Using the CD ...................................................................31

Troubleshooting..............................................................31

System reset ............................................................................ 31

Quick Troubleshooting .......................................................... 32

Normal Care and Maintenance............................................. 32

Keep dry.......................................................................................... 32

Do not drop the unit ..................................................................... 32

Avoid sudden temperature changes .......................................... 32

Keep away from strong magnetic fields ................................... 33

Operating temperature................................................................. 33

Avoid exposure to sunlight ......................................................... 33

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Using the stylus............................................................................. 33

Cleaning the screen....................................................................... 33

Do not disassemble....................................................................... 33

Storage.................................................................................... 33

Appendix..........................................................................34

Specifications ......................................................................... 34

Federal regulations.........................................................35

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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.

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

• 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.

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• Do not leave this unit under your front windshield after you leave the

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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 airba

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

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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-53 Unit In Vehicle Bracket Bracket fixing

Home / Travel Adapter

Car Adapter

(Optional)

SD Memory Card

(Optional)

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CD-ROM Quick Guide

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Basic Operation

Introduction

Front View

Charging

indicator LED

Charging: Red

Full: Green

3.5” TFT LCD
with touch
screen

Power button

Rear View

Stylus

Speaker

System power
switch

I/O interface

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