Magellan RoadMate 2136, RoadMate 2136T, RoadMate 2145T, RoadMate 5145, RoadMate 2145 Operating Instructions

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GPS Receiver

User Manual

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RoadMate

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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

The Magellan RoadMate receiver is a vehicle-navigation aid designed to assist you in arriving at your selected
destinations. When using the Magellan RoadMate receiver, these safety rules must be followed to prevent
accidents that can result in injury or death to yourself or others:

• Please check the applicable regulations in your state regarding windshield mounting. Certain states
prohibit the mounting of any items on your windshield. Go to www.magellanGPS.com for alternative
mounting solutions.

• When driving, the need to view the display is minimal. Voice prompts will guide you to your destination.
The driver should enter data or program the Magellan RoadMate receiver only when the vehicle is
stationary. Only a vehicle passenger should enter data or program the Magellan RoadMate receiver while
the vehicle is moving. Do not become distracted by the receiver while driving, and always be fully aware of
all driving conditions.

• It is your responsibility to comply with all traffic laws and to use the Magellan RoadMate and mounting
options in such a manner that the user is in compliance with applicable laws.

• Roads, points of interest (POIs), business and service locations may change over time. As a result the
database may contain inaccuracy. Also, the database does not include, analyse, process, consider, or
reflect any of the following: legal restrictions (such as vehicle type, weight, height, width, load and speed
restrictions); road slope or gradient; bridge height, width, weight or other limits; population density;
neighborhood quality or safety; availability or proximity of police, emergency rescue, medical or other
assistance; construction work zones or hazards; road or lane closures; road, traffic or traffic facilities'
safety or condition; weather conditions; pavement characteristics or conditions; special events; traffic
congestion. It is your responsibility to disregard any unsafe, hazardous or illegal route suggestions.

• Keep the Magellan RoadMate receiver safe from extreme temperature conditions. For example, do not
leave it exposed to direct sunlight for an extended period of time.

• Take care when mounting the Magellan RoadMate receiver in your vehicle, whether using the windshield
mount or other mounts, that it does not obstruct the driver's view of the road, interfere with the operation of
the vehicle's safety devices such as air bags, or present a hazard to occupants of the vehicle should the
receiver be dislodged while driving. It is your responsibility to assess the risks associated with damage to
your vehicle or vehicle occupants as the result of your choices in mounting the Magellan RoadMate
receiver.

Tempera t ure

• The maximum operating temperature is 140°F (60°C).

Battery

• The battery in the Magellan RoadMate receiver is rechargeable and should not be removed. In the event
that it should need to be replaced, please contact Magellan Technical Support.

Charging the Magellan RoadMate

• An optional AC adapter is available as an accessory for your Magellan RoadMate. Use of another type of
AC adapter can result in malfunction and/or possible fire hazard due to battery overheating.

• Only use the car charger approved for/supplied with your Magellan RoadMate receiver. Use of another
type of car charger will result in fire or electric shock.

• For safety reasons, the battery in your Magellan RoadMate receiver will stop charging when the ambient
temperature is less than 32°F (0°C) or more than 113°F (45°C).

• It will take approximately 4 hours of charging the Magellan RoadMate receiver through the vehicle power
adapter or optional AC adapter to obtain a full battery charge. It is recommended that you charge the
battery initially for at least 2 hours.

• Use only the charger approved for your Magellan RoadMate receiver.

• Estimated usage of the Magellan RoadMate on battery power is approximately 2 hours.

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital devices, in accordance
with part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users
must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

In order to maintain compliance with FCC regulations, shielded cables must be used with this equipment.
Operation with non-approved equipment or unshielded cables is likely to result in interference to radio and TV
reception. The user is cautioned that changes and modifications made to the equipment without the approval of
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

The Magellan RoadMate receiver must be installed and operated at a distance no closer then 8 inches (20 cm)
from the user.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.

IC statement

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference and

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2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

IC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits established for an uncontrolled environment. End
users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

The information provided in this document is subject to change without notice. Improvements and enhancements
to the product may occur without any formal notification. Check the Magellan website (www.magellanGPS.com/
support) for product updates and additional information.

© 2011 MiTAC International Corporation. The Magellan logo, Magellan, RoadMate and Quickspell are
registered trademarks of MiTAC International Corporation. SmartDetour and OneTouch are trademarks of
MiTAC International Corporation and are used under license by MiTAC International Corporation. All rights
reserved.

AAA and the AAA logo are trademarks of the American Automobile
AAA © 2009 All rights reserved.

All other products

No part of this user manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose other than the purchaser's personal use,
without the prior written permission of MiTAC International Corporation.

The information provided in this document are correct at the time that it is created. MiTAC International
Corporation assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in the contents
of this User Manual.

and brand names are trademarks of their respective holders.

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Table of Contents

Magellan RoadMate Receiver .............................................................................................. 1

Magellan RoadMate ............................................................................................................................. 2

Fundamentals ...................................................................................................................... 3

Powering on the Magellan RoadMate receiver .................................................................................. 3

Checking Battery Level and GPS Status ........................................................................................... 3

Viewing the Battery Level Indicator ................................................................................................... 3

Checking GPS Status ........................................................................................................................ 3

Volume ................................................................................................................................................. 3

Brightness ........................................................................................................................................... 4

Main Menu ............................................................................................................................................ 4

Keypad ................................................................................................................................................. 5

Selecting QWERTY or ABC Keyboard ..............................................................................................6

Notes on Entering Data ...................................................................................................................... 6

Smart City Search ............................................................................................................................... 6

QuickSpell ............................................................................................................................................ 7

Installation Instructions ......................................................................................................8

Selecting the Location ........................................................................................................................ 8

Attach the Power Cable to the Car Cradle ........................................................................................ 8

Securing the Car Cradle ..................................................................................................................... 8

Attaching the Magellan RoadMate receiver to the Car Cradle ........................................................ 9

Adjusting the Mount for Optimum Viewing ...................................................................................... 9

Connecting Power ............................................................................................................................... 9

Checking Connection and Final Adjustments .................................................................................. 9

Security ................................................................................................................................................ 9

Map Screen .........................................................................................................................10

Current Location Screen .................................................................................................................. 12

Accessing the Current Location Screen ..........................................................................................12

Saving Your Current Location to Your Address Book ..................................................................... 12

Maneuver List (Itinerary) .................................................................................................................. 12

Accessing the Maneuver List ........................................................................................................... 12

Excluding a Maneuver .....................................................................................................................12

Volume ............................................................................................................................................... 12

Changing the Volume from the Map Screen ................................................................................... 12

Creating a Destination ........................................................................................................14

Creating a Destination to an Address .............................................................................................. 14

Creating a Destination to an Intersection ........................................................................................ 15

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Creating a Destination to a City Center ...........................................................................................15

Previous Destinations ...................................................................................................................... 16

Routing to a Previous Destination ................................................................................................... 16

Saving a Previous Destination to Your Address Book ..................................................................... 16

Clearing the list of Previous Destinations ........................................................................................ 16

Address Book .................................................................................................................................... 16

Accessing an Address in Your Address Book ................................................................................. 16

Routing to an Address in Your Address Book ................................................................................. 16

Creating a New Entry in Your Address Book by Entering an Address ............................................ 17

Creating a New Entry in Your Address Book from a POI ................................................................ 17

OneTouch Menu .................................................................................................................. 18

Saving an Address to a OneTouch Icon ..........................................................................................18

Changing the Address or Search of a OneTouch Icon .................................................................... 18

Saving a POI Search Criteria to a OneTouch Icon .......................................................................... 18

Setting a Route to a OneTouch Icon ............................................................................................... 19

Points of Interest (POI) .......................................................................................................20

Creating a Route to a POI by Category ...........................................................................................20

Creating a Route to a Special POI (AAA TourBook) .......................................................................20

Creating a Route to a POI by Name ................................................................................................ 21

Creating a Route to a Highway Exit POI .........................................................................................21

Home Address ....................................................................................................................22

Saving the Home Address ...............................................................................................................22

Changing the Home Address .......................................................................................................... 22

Creating a Route to the Home Address ...........................................................................................22

Traveling on a Route 2..........................................................................................................3

Map Screen ......................................................................................................................................... 23

Maneuver List .................................................................................................................................... 23

Types of Routes ................................................................................................................................ 23

Routing Method................................................................................................................................. 23

To permanently change the routing method .................................................................................... 23

Special Routing Functions ............................................................................................................... 23

Cancelling a Route ..........................................................................................................................23

Detouring off a Route ...................................................................................................................... 24

SmartDetour™ on Freeways ...........................................................................................................24

Multi Destination Routes .................................................................................................... 25

Creating Additional Destinations with Go To ................................................................................... 25

Editing the Destination List ..............................................................................................................25

Saving a Multi Destination Route to Your Address Book ................................................................ 26

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Traffic................................................................................................................................. 27

Glossary ............................................................................................................................................. 27

Traffic Incidents ................................................................................................................................ 27

Avoiding a Traffic Incidents ............................................................................................................. 27

Coupons and Offers .......................................................................................................................... 27

Coupons From POI Searches 27

Viewing a Coupon Offer .................................................................................................................. 27

Viewing All Coupons ........................................................................................................................ 28

Settings ..............................................................................................................................29

Accessing System Settings ............................................................................................................. 29

Setting Languages ........................................................................................................................... 29

Setting Auto Power .......................................................................................................................... 29

Setting Brightness ........................................................................................................................... 29

Setting the Time Format .................................................................................................................. 29

Selecting the Time Zone (daylight savings on/off) ...........................................................................29

Selecting Units of Measure .............................................................................................................. 30

Map Options ...................................................................................................................................... 30

Setting Auto Night Map Display .......................................................................................................30

Setting Heading Up or North Up in 2D Mode .................................................................................. 30

Assigning Visible POIs .................................................................................................................... 30

Setting Auto Zoom on Turns ............................................................................................................30

Setting Highway Lane Assist ...........................................................................................................30

Sound ................................................................................................................................................. 31

Setting Volume from Settings .......................................................................................................... 31

Muting the Sound ............................................................................................................................ 31

Turning off Button Sounds ...............................................................................................................31

Navigation Preferences .................................................................................................................... 31

Setting The Default Route Method .................................................................................................. 31

Setting The Turn Warning Alert Sounds ..........................................................................................31

Enabling U Turn Guidance .............................................................................................................. 31

Avoiding Toll Roads ......................................................................................................................... 31

Keyboard ............................................................................................................................................ 31

Setting the Keyboard Layout. .......................................................................................................... 31

Adding Features ................................................................................................................................ 32

Traffic ................................................................................................................................................. 32

Enabling Traffic ................................................................................................................................ 32

Displaying Traffic Popups ................................................................................................................32

Setting Audible Traffic Warnings ..................................................................................................... 32

GPS Options ...................................................................................................................................... 32

Setting the GPS Position .................................................................................................................32

Viewing the GPS Status ..................................................................................................................32

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Default System Settings ................................................................................................................... 33

Restoring All Default System Settings ............................................................................................. 33

Viewing Product Information ....................................

Trip Reporting ................................................................................................................................... 33

Speed Warning ................................................................................................................................... 34

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Magellan RoadMate Receiver

The Magellan® RoadMate® receiver is a vehicle navigation product that utilizes GPS signals from satellites to
calculate your precise location and compute navigational information that can be used to guide you to your
destination. Knowing its position and movement, it can then overlay this information on detailed maps to provide
a visual representation of your location.

With the Magellan RoadMate receiver you can:

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• Save searches and addresses under the OneTouch
destinations.

• Store your home address and quickly get routing details to your home.

• Enter and save addresses in your address book that can be accessed at any time and get routing information
to that address.

• Route to an address that you enter using the QuickSpell
entry.

• Route to any point of interest (POI) that has been preloaded into your Magellan RoadMate receiver.

• Create a route with multiple destinations. Handy for business people who need routing information to many
destinations.

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• Access the AAA TourBook

providing ratings and descriptions on AAA-approved places to stay, play, dine,

and save.

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• Access AAA Member Roadside Assistance

information from the OneTouch menu.

• View POIs that are near exits ahead of you on the highway. The Highway Exit POIs function provides you
with a list of gas stations, restaurants, hotels and auto repair shops located nearby exits you are approaching
while travelling on the interstate.

menu for fast, convenient access to favorite

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and Smart City search for easy, errorless address

• Customize your Magellan RoadMate receiver to meet your needs using the Settings menu.

• Receive traffic information so as to avoid delays in your travel.

The user interface for the Magellan RoadMate receiver is easy and simple to follow once you understand the
basics. You may never need to refer to this manual, but if you do, we have tried to present it in a form that makes
it easy for you to access the function you are trying to use and follow the steps provided.

The Magellan RoadMate receiver has a built-in battery so, in most cases, you will be able to follow these
instructions while reading them on your computer screen without plugging the Magellan RoadMate receiver to
the AC power using an optional AC power adapter. Note that a fully charged Magellan RoadMate 1475T only has
about 2 hours of battery life. You should note that while indoors you may not get strong enough satellite signals
to compute your location, so your location information may not be updated. However, the power of the GPS
chipset installed in the Magellan RoadMate receiver will pick up satellite signals in some very demanding
locations. You may find that the Magellan RoadMate receiver is computing a position, even indoors. Even with
the improved GPS chipset, the receiver may not be able to always compute a fix indoors. This is especially
important to note if you are in a garage or other overhanging structure. If you find you are not getting strong
enough satellite signals while in a garage or other structure, move to a location where there is a clear view of the
sky and you should immediately see an improvement in signal strength.

The Magellan RoadMate receiver includes Voice Alerts (Text-to-Speech) for driving instructions.

This document is set up to be printed on 8.5" x 11" paper should you desire a printed version for your reference.

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Magellan RoadMate

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(A) Power Switch

(B) Power input from vehicle power adapter cable or optional AC power adapter.

(C) Micro SD card slot. (A micro SD card is optional and can be used to back up and restore data.)

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Fundamentals

Raises volume

Lowers volume

Mute

Powering on the Magellan RoadMate receiver

The Power On/Off switch is located on the top of the Magellan RoadMate receiver.

Turning the Magellan RoadMate receiver On

1. Slide the power switch to the left.

2. After the initial splash screen the Warnings screen is displayed. Read and tap .

Turning the Magellan RoadMate receiver Off

1. Slide the power switch to the left.

Checking Battery Level and GPS Status

The Magellan RoadMate receiver has an internal battery that permits use of the receiver for brief periods of time
while not connected to external power. The battery is charging whenever the Magellan RoadMate is connected
to external power. Please note that this battery can only be serviced by authorized Magellan repair facilities.

Viewing the Battery Level Indicator

1. While viewing the Map screen, tap on the Menu button.

2. The battery level indicator is located in the upper right corner of the Menu screen, just below the satellite signal indicator. Green bars indicate battery level.

The Magellan RoadMate can normally function for 2 hours on
battery when the battery life is full.

Checking GPS Status

1. While viewing the Map screen, tap on the Menu button.

2. The GPS status indicator is located in the upper right corner of the Menu screen. Four green bars would indicate optimum satellite signal reception.

Volu me

Changing the Volume from the Map Screen

1. Tap the speaker icon . Additional controls appear.

2. Tap the Mute button to mute the volume, or tap the '+' or '-' buttons to raise or lower the volume.

3. Tap .

Changing the Volume from Settings

1. Access the Main Menu.

2. Tap the Settings icon .

3. Tap Sound.

4. Tap inside the Master volume adjust bar to change the volume level of the Magellan RoadMate receiver.

5. Tap to save and exit.

Setting Button Sounds on or off

1. Access the Main Menu.

2. Tap the Settings icon .

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3. Tap Sound.

4. Tap the check box for Button Sounds. Check to have button sounds played, unchecked to turn them off.

5. Tap to save and exit.

Brightness

Accessing the Brightness Control

1. Access the Main Menu.

2. Tap the Settings icon .

3. Tap System.

4. Tap Brightness.

5. Tap inside the brightness adjust bar to set the desired brightness.

6. Tap to save and exit.

On the Brightness screen there is a Dim on Battery Power option. When Dim on Battery Power is checked, the
Magellan RoadMate receiver will reduce the brightness when operating exclusively on battery power and you
have not used the touch screen for a few seconds. This prolongs the battery life between charges.

Main Menu

The Main Menu contains large, easy to access icons for all the major functions.

Accessing the Main Menu

When you first turn on the Magellan RoadMate receiver, the Main Menu is displayed after the splash and warning
screens. While in use, you can access the Main Menu by:

1. From the Map screen tap Menu.

Buttons on the Main Menu Screen

Button Name Description

Address Used to enter an address as a destination for you route.

Points of

Interest

Previous List of the most resent destinations that you have gone to

Select a Point of Interest (POI) from the list of preloaded

locations you may want to go to.

before allowing you to quickly select one to route to again.

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