Mio 136 User Manual
Mio 136
User’s Manual
US/Canada Version
R01
Jan. 2005
Trademarks
All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
Note
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Table of Contents
Before You Begin................................................................................. v
Part I. Basic Operations..................................................................... 1
1 Getting Started..............................................................................3
1.1 Setting the ON/OFF Switch............................................................... 3
1.2 Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery..........................4
1.3 Using Your Device in a Vehicle......................................................... 5
Using the Car Holder........................................................................ 5
Connecting the Car Charger............................................................. 6
1.4 Understanding Hardware Features................................................... 7
Front Components............................................................................ 7
Back Components............................................................................. 8
Left-Side Components...................................................................... 8
Right-Side Components.................................................................... 9
Top Components............................................................................. 10
Bottom Components....................................................................... 10
2 Basic Skills.................................................................................. 11
2.1 Turning On and Off Your Device......................................................11
2.2 Operating Your Device.................................................................... 12
Using Hardware Buttons................................................................. 12
Using the Navigation Pad............................................................... 12
Using the Volume Control............................................................... 13
Stylus Pen....................................................................................... 13
3 System Settings..........................................................................15
3.1 Using System Settings.................................................................... 15
i
3.2 Brightness....................................................................................... 16
Adjusting the Brightness................................................................. 17
Setting the Sleep Time.................................................................... 17
3.3 Calibration.......................................................................................18
3.4 Power Status.................................................................................. 19
3.5 Date/Time....................................................................................... 20
3.6 Exit.................................................................................................. 21
Part II. GPS Navigation..................................................................... 23
4 Navigation Basics.......................................................................25
4.1 Before You Start.............................................................................. 25
Inserting the MMC Card.................................................................. 25
Checking the Map Data.................................................................. 26
Maps of North America................................................................... 26
4.2 Starting GPS Navigation Software.................................................. 27
Introducing Map Screen.................................................................. 28
Zooming the Map............................................................................ 28
Four Steps to Navigate................................................................... 29
Quitting Mio Map Navigation........................................................... 30
4.3 Selecting a Destination................................................................... 30
Using Address................................................................................. 30
Using Point of Interest (POI)........................................................... 34
Using Favorites............................................................................... 36
Using History................................................................................... 38
Using Map Cursor........................................................................... 39
4.4 Navigational Aids............................................................................ 40
Calculating a Route......................................................................... 40
Recalculating the Route.................................................................. 41
4.5 Show Route.................................................................................... 41
4.6 Cancel Route.................................................................................. 42
5 More Navigation Features.......................................................... 43
5.1 Avoid Roads.................................................................................... 43
Creating a List of Roads to Avoid.................................................... 43
Selecting the Roads to Avoid.......................................................... 46
5.2 Favorites and Auto Alerts................................................................ 47
Creating Favorites........................................................................... 47
Configuring Auto Alert Category......................................................49
Managing Favorites........................................................................ 50
5.3 History.............................................................................................51
5.4 Trip Planner.................................................................................... 52
Part 1. Select Planner Mode........................................................... 52
ii
Part 2. Manually Select the Origin...................................................53
Part 3. Set Waypoints..................................................................... 53
Part 4. Calculate the Route............................................................. 56
5.5 Recording a Journey....................................................................... 57
Playing a Recording........................................................................ 58
Deleting a Recording...................................................................... 59
6 Changing Map Views.................................................................. 61
6.1 Types of View..................................................................................61
2D View........................................................................................... 61
3D View........................................................................................... 62
6.2 View the Route................................................................................ 62
Turn by Turn.................................................................................... 62
Driving Direction.............................................................................. 63
6.3 Day/Night Color Skin....................................................................... 64
Day Color Skin................................................................................ 64
Night Color Skin.............................................................................. 64
7 Options, Settings, and Preferences .........................................65
7.1 General Settings............................................................................. 65
7.2 Map Settings................................................................................... 66
7.3 Route Settings................................................................................ 67
7.4 Alert Settings.................................................................................. 68
7.5 GPS Status..................................................................................... 69
8 Using Mio Map Wizard................................................................ 71
8.1 Installing Map(s).............................................................................. 71
8.2 Removing Map(s)............................................................................ 73
Part III. More Tools........................................................................... 75
9 Using MP3 Player....................................................................... 77
9.1 Starting and Exiting MP3 Player..................................................... 77
9.2 Preparing MP3 Files for Your Device.............................................. 78
9.3 Playing MP3 Files........................................................................... 78
MP3 Playback Control.................................................................... 79
9.4 Using Play List................................................................................ 80
9.5 Equalizer......................................................................................... 82
10 Using Application CD................................................................. 83
10.1 Using Application CD...................................................................... 83
10.2 Installing ActiveSync....................................................................... 84
iii
Part IV. References............................................................................ 87
11 Troubleshooting and Maintenance............................................89
11.1 Resetting Your System....................................................................89
11.2 Troubleshooting.............................................................................. 90
Power Problems.............................................................................. 90
Screen Problems............................................................................ 90
Connection Problems...................................................................... 91
GPS Problems................................................................................ 92
11.2 Maintaining Your Device................................................................. 92
A Regulatory Information............................................................. 95
A.1 Regulations Statements.................................................................. 95
Class B Regulations........................................................................ 95
European Notice............................................................................. 96
A.2 Safety Precautions.......................................................................... 97
About Charging............................................................................... 97
About the AC Adapter..................................................................... 97
About the Battery............................................................................ 97
iv
Before You Begin
Precautions and Notices
For your own safety, do not operate the controls of the product while
driving.
Use this product prudently. The product is intended to be used only as a
navigation aid. It is not for precise measurement of direction, distance,
location or topography.
The calculated route is for reference only. It is the user’s responsibility to
follow the traffic signs and local regulations along the roads.
When you get off the car, do not leave your device on the dashboard that is
subject to direct sunlight. The overheating of the battery can cause
malfunction and/or danger.
GPS is operated by the United States government, which is solely
responsible for the performance of GPS. Any change to the GPS system
can affect the accuracy of all GPS equipments.
GPS satellite signals cannot pass through solid materials (except glass).
When you are inside a tunnel or building, GPS positioning is not available.
A minimum of 4 GPS satellite signals is needed to determine current GPS
position. Signal reception can be affected by situations such as bad
weather or dense overhead obstacles (e.g. trees and tall buildings).
The wireless devices might interfere the reception of satellite signals and
cause the reception of the signal to be unstable. For better signal reception,
it is recommended that you use a car antenna (option).
v
A car holder is needed when using the device in a car. It is recommended
that you place the device in an appropriate place, so as not to obstruct the
driver’s view, or deployment of airbags.
Overview
GPS Navigation Features
Electronic maps with roads, freeways, highways, railways, rivers, lakes,
points of interest, etc.
GPS positioning
Optimal route calculation and trip plan
Friendly and efficient navigation with turn-by-turn, voice, and visual
guidance
Various ways for searching a location on the map
Using a known address
Using a POI (point of interest)
Using Favorites (personal stored locations)
Using History (previous destinations)
Recording and playback of journeys
vi
Do not mount where the driver’s
field of vision is blocked.
Do not mount in front of
airbag panels.
Do not mount in front of an
airbag field of deployment.
Do not place unsecured
on the dashboard.
Viewing modes for different needs and situations:
2D or 3D
Daytime or nighttime view
Turn-by-turn view of the route
Driving direction of the route
Other Features
MP3 Player: playing MP3 music.
About this Manual
This manual is divided into four major parts:
Part I “Basic Operations” (Chapters 1 to 3) tells you how to get your
device running and customize system settings.
Part II “GPS Navigation” (Chapters 4 to 8) tells you how to use the GSP
navigation functions.
Part III “More Tools” (Chapters 9 and 10) introduces MP3 Player and
data transfer tools.
Part IV “References” (Chapter 10 and Appendix A) gives guidelines on
troubleshooting and maintenance and provides the regulatory information.
vii
5
8.3
Part I. Basic Operations
Part I guides you through the process of getting your device running,
familiarizes you with the external components, and tells you how to customize
system settings.
1
2 2
1 Getting Started
This chapter tells you step by step how to perform the initial startup and
introduces you to the external components of your device.
1.1 Setting the ON/OFF Switch
The ON/OFF switch should be set to the ON position for normal operation.
Pull out the stylus pen and use it to slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON (left)
position.
CAUTION: Always leave the ON/OFF switch in the ON position for normal operation.
3
1.2 Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery
Fully charge the battery before using your device for the first time.
1. Slide and click the connector converter onto the AC adapter.
2. Connect the adapter cable to the bottom of your device.
3. Plug the AC adapter into a wall outlet.
The charge indicator glows amber when charging is in progress. Do not
disconnect your device from AC power until the battery is fully charged, when
the charge indicator turns green. This will take a couple of hours.
4
Converter
Charge
Indicator
1.3 Using Your Device in a Vehicle
A car holder and a car charger are supplied with your device.
Using the Car Holder
CAUTION:
Select an appropriate location for the car holder. Never place the holder where the
driver’s field of vision is blocked.
If the car’s windshield is tinted with a reflective coating, an external antenna (optional)
may be needed to route the antenna to the top of the car through a window. When
closing the car window, be careful not to pinch the antenna cable. (Cars with an antijam window design may automatically leave adequate space as needed.)
The car holder consists of a bracket and a dashboard stand. Use the car holder
to mount your device in a vehicle.
5
Attach the bracket
to the stand.
Rotate the GPS antenna
to the horizontal position,
parallel to the ground.
The type of the stand may vary.
Follow the instructions supplied
with the stand to mount it in a
vehicle.
Carefully fit the device
in the bracket, where it
will snap into place.
Connecting the Car Charger
The car charger supplies power to your device when you are using the device
in a car.
CAUTION: To protect your device against sudden surges in current, connect the car
charger only after the car engine has been started.
1. Connect one end of the car charger to the power connector of your device.
2. Connect the other end to the cigarette lighter in the car to power and
charge your device.
6
To Cigarette Lighter
1.4 Understanding Hardware Features
NOTE: Depending upon the specific model purchased, the color of your device may not
exactly match the device shown in this manual.
7
1.1
Front Components
Ref Component Description See Also
Charge Indicator Glows bright amber to indicate that the
battery is charging, and turns green
when the battery is fully charged.
Section 1.2
Touch Screen Displays the output of your device. Tap
the screen with the stylus pen to select
menu commands or enter information.
Hardware Buttons Power On/Off Section 2.1
System Settings
Chapter 3
Navigation Settings Chapters 4-7
Back
Section 2.2
Zoom In Section 4.2
Zoom Out Section 4.2
Navigation Pad Moves up, down, left or right by
pressing the corresponding area of the
pad.
Section 2.2
Selects highlighted item by pressing in
the center.
Speaker Sends out music, sounds and voice.
8
Back Components
Ref Component Description See Also
ON/OFF Switch The main power/battery cutoff switch. Section 1.1
GPS Antenna Receives signals from the GPS satellites
overhead. It should be lifted up to the
horizontal position for normal operation.
Section 4.2
External
Antenna
Connector
This connector (under rubber dust cover)
allows use of an optional external antenna
with magnetic mount, which may be
positioned on top of the car for better signal
reception in areas with poor reception.
Left-Side Components
9
Ref Component Description See Also
SD/MMC Slot Accepts a SD (Secure Digital) or MMC
(MultiMediaCard) card for accessing data such
as maps and MP3 music.
NOTE: Before using GPS navigation software
and maps, you need to insert the storage card
included with your device. Do not remove the
card during GPS operation.
Section 4.1
Right-Side Components
Ref Component Description See Also
Stylus Pen Tap on the touch screen to make selections
and enter information. Pull the stylus pen
out of its slot to use it, and store it in the
slot when not in use.
Section 2.2
Volume Control Adjusts the volume level of your device. Section 2.2
Headphone
Connector
Connects to stereo headphones.
10
Top Components
Ref Component Description See Also
Reset Button Restarts your device (soft reset). Section 11.1
Bottom Components
Ref Component Description See Also
Power Connector Connects to the AC adapter. Section 1.2
Mini-USB
Connector
Connects to the computer for data
transfer.
Section 10.2
11
1.
2.
4.
5.
12
2 Basic Skills
This chapter guides you through the process of using your device and
familiarizes you with the basic operations such as using the stylus pen,
navigation pad, and the volume control.
2.1 Turning On and Off Your Device
Use the power button on the front of your device to turn on and off your
device.
When you turn on the device for the first time, the Main screen appears as
shown below. There are three buttons on the Main screen: Settings,
Navigation, and MP3 Player. Each button represents a function or feature. To
use a function, just tap the corresponding button. (For more information, refer
to the following chapters.)
When you press the power button to turn off the unit, your device actually
enters a suspend state and the system stops operating. Once you turn on the
system again, it resumes.
13
2.2 Operating Your Device
Back Components
14
Left-Side Components
Right-Side Components
Top Components
15
Bottom Components
To operate your device, use the hardware buttons and/or the stylus pen.
Using Hardware Buttons
Button Name Description See Also
Power On/Off Turns on and off the device. Section 2.1
System
Settings
Opens the Settings screen where you can
configure the settings for your device.
Chapter 3
Navigation
Settings *
Access to 22 different navigation related
tools categorized under Destinate, View
and Options menu screens.
Press button repeatedly to cycle through
the available menus.
Chapters 4-7
Back Goes back to the previous screen.
Goes to the map screen while in a
Navigation Settings screen.
Zoom In * Increases the map scale. Section 4.1
Zoom Out * Decreases the map scale. Section 4.1
* Table Note: This button works only when running the navigation software.
16
Using the Navigation Pad
With the navigation pad, you can move up, down, left
and right within a menu.
To move in a direction, simply press the
corresponding arrow on the button. To activate the
selected item, press the center of the button.
17
Left
Up
Right
Down
Using the Volume Control
The system provides you with five volume levels (from mute to the
maximum). When you use the volume control at the right side of the device to
adjust volume, bar(s) will appear on the screen indicating the current volume
level.
To increase the volume
Rotate the volume control upward and then release.
To decrease the volume
Rotate the volume control downward and then release.
Stylus Pen
The stylus pen is your input device. You use it to select objects such as
command and option on the screen.
Pull the stylus pen out of the slot and extend it for ease of use. Store it in the
slot when not in use.
18
Up
Down
You can use the stylus pen to do the following actions:
Tap
Touch the screen once with the stylus pen to open items or select options.
Drag
Hold the stylus pen on the screen and drag up/down/left/right or across the
screen.
Tap and hold
Tap and hold the stylus until an action is complete, or a result or menu is
shown.
19
2.1
20
3 System Settings
Your device is supplied with default settings. You may also customize the
settings to suit your personal needs. Once you change settings, your new
settings will remain until either you change them again, or until battery
cutoff switch is turned off and then back on again, which resets the unit to
factory defaults.
3.1 Using System Settings
You have two ways to open the Settings screen:
Press the Settings button
on your device.
Tap the Settings button on the Main screen.
21
Loading...