Navigon CONFIGURATION KIT 4.0 User Manual
User's manual Navigon Configuration Kit 4.0
User's manual
Navigon Configuration Kit 4.0
October 2004
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NAVIGON GmbH
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D-97080 Würzburg
Hotline (dtms-Service, 0,12 €/min): +49 180-5-NAVIKIT (+49 180-5-6284548)
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Table of contents
1 Introduction................................................................5
1.1 Important safety information............................................. 6
1.1.1 Safety information on navigation ............................. 6
1.1.2 Safety information on the GPS receiver ....................7
1.1.3 Safety information on the installation in the
vehicle................................................................. 7
1.2 Search facilities and conventions........................................ 8
1.3 Liability .......................................................................... 8
1.3.1 Support ...............................................................9
1.4 Trademarks ....................................................................9
2 Operating mode and Installation ..............................11
2.1 Operating mode of your Navigon Configuration Kit.............. 12
2.1.1 System requirements........................................... 13
2.1.2 Operating mode of your navigation system ............. 14
2.1.3 Hardware components at large.............................. 15
2.2 Installation of the navigation system ................................ 16
2.2.1 Software installation ............................................ 17
2.2.2 Transmitting a map extract to your Pocket PC ......... 18
2.2.3 Software registration and activation....................... 19
2.2.4 Installation in the vehicle...................................... 20
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3 Operating the navigation software............................ 25
3.1 Starting Configuration Kit................................................ 26
3.2 User interface and basic functionality................................ 27
3.2.1 Icons ................................................................. 28
3.3 Indicating destinations.................................................... 30
3.3.1 Entering a destination manually............................. 31
3.3.2 Selecting a special destination............................... 33
3.3.3 Selecting destinations from the Outlook contacts
list .................................................................... 37
3.3.4 Indicating destinations on the map ........................ 39
3.3.5 Saved destinations .............................................. 41
3.3.6 Recent destinations ............................................. 42
3.3.7 Save and use your home address .......................... 43
3.3.8 Voice command................................................... 44
3.4 Working with the map .................................................... 45
3.4.1 Operating the map .............................................. 46
3.4.2 Representation of the map in navigation mode ........ 50
3.4.3 Displaying additional information on the map .......... 52
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4 Navigation and Itinerary planning ............................55
4.1 General notes on navigation ............................................ 56
4.2 Navigating to a destination.............................................. 57
4.3 Navigating to several destinations (Itinerary planning)........ 58
4.3.1 Working on itineraries, storage and management..... 60
4.3.2 Simulating the route ............................................ 61
4.4 Functions which are useful for navigation .......................... 62
4.4.1 Displaying the Way list......................................... 62
4.4.2 Adding a stage point during navigation................... 63
4.4.3 Blocking a route section ....................................... 64
4.4.4 Using TMC functionality for navigation purposes....... 65
4.4.5 Keeping the logbook ............................................ 68
5 Special NCK functions ...............................................71
5.1 Configuration settings of the NCK.INI file .......................... 72
5.1.1 Setting size and position of the application
window .............................................................. 72
5.1.2 File interface....................................................... 73
5.1.3 Navigating to the destination of a destination file ..... 77
5.1.4 GPS-data ........................................................... 78
5.1.5 Simulation mode ................................................. 79
5.2 User defined POIs .......................................................... 82
5.3 Tracks.......................................................................... 83
5.3.1 Structure of a track file ........................................ 84
5.3.2 Activating track recording..................................... 85
5.3.3 Recording tracks ................................................. 86
5.4 Communication with NCK via the Windows message
interface....................................................................... 88
5.4.1 Registering your application with NCK .................... 88
5.4.2 Transmitting GPS-data ......................................... 89
5.4.3 Navigation status ................................................ 90
5.4.4 Converting coordinates into addresses.................... 91
5.4.5 Converting addresses into coordinates.................... 92
5.4.6 Checking NCK version and build numbers ............... 92
5.4.7 Arriving at the destination .................................... 93
5.4.8 Terminating NCK ................................................. 94
5.4.9 Transmitting a new destination.............................. 95
5.4.10 Windows Messages Examples................................ 96
6 Additional software: MapExport .............................. 107
6.1 Functionality of MapExport ............................................ 108
6.1.1 Map export and transmission .............................. 108
6.1.2 Transmission of provided map extracts................. 108
6.2 User’s interface and basic functionality............................ 109
6.2.1 Starting MapExport............................................ 109
6.2.2 Operating elements ........................................... 111
6.2.3 Hot keys .......................................................... 112
6.2.4 Structure of the windows.................................... 113
6.3 Working with maps ...................................................... 114
6.3.1 Loading and displaying maps .............................. 114
6.3.2 Icons ............................................................... 116
6.4 Exporting segments of the map ..................................... 118
6.4.1 Corridor surrounding an itinerary......................... 118
6.4.2 Zone ............................................................... 127
6.5 Transmitting segments of the base map.......................... 130
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7 Additional software: SkinEditor .............................. 133
7.1 Skin creation............................................................... 134
7.2 Selecting a Skin in Configuration Kit ............................... 135
8 Appendix................................................................. 137
8.1 Annex A: Configuration of Configuration Kit ..................... 138
8.1.1 Info on the map ................................................ 138
8.1.2 Itinerary info .................................................... 139
8.1.3 Volume ............................................................ 139
8.1.4 Representation.................................................. 140
8.1.5 Auto mode ....................................................... 140
8.1.6 Speed profile .................................................... 141
8.1.7 Logbook........................................................... 141
8.1.8 Keys................................................................ 141
8.1.9 Itinerary .......................................................... 141
8.1.10 Format............................................................. 142
8.1.11 GPS................................................................. 142
8.1.12 TMC ................................................................ 142
8.1.13 Home address................................................... 142
8.2 Annex B: GPS receiver.................................................. 143
8.2.1 Equipping the GPS receiver................................. 144
8.3 Annex C: Problem solutions........................................... 147
8.3.1 Installation ....................................................... 147
8.3.2 Performance ..................................................... 147
8.3.3 GPS receiver..................................................... 148
9 Glossary..................................................................149
10 Index ...................................................................151
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User's manual Navigon Configuration Kit 4.0
1 Introduction
Topics covered in this chapter:
1.1 Important safety information page 6
Safety information on navigation
Safety information on the GPS receiver
Safety information on the installation in the vehicle
1.2 Search facilities and conventions page 8
1.3 Liability page 8
Support
1.4 Trademarks page 9
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1.1 Important safety information
Note In your own interest, read the following notices and safety
information carefully before starting up your navigation system.
Notice: This manual explicitly treats Pocket PCs as navigation
devices. Nevertheless, any indication made in this manual may as
well be regarded for other devices (e.g. Windows CE devices).
1.1.1 Safety information on navigation
The use of Configuration Kit may only be effected at your own
risk.
Attention: To protect yourself and others from accidents please
do not operate the navigation system while driving!
Attention: You must not look at the display except when it is
absolutely safe to do so!
Attention: The road layout and the traffic signs are absolutely
prior to the instructions of the navigation system.
Attention: You must not follow the instructions of
Configuration Kit except when the circumstances and the road
traffic regulations allow doing so. Configuration Kit will guide
you to your destination even when you have left your planned
itinerary..
Notice: We recommend to effect route planning before beginning
the journey. If you are on the road and you want to establish a
new itinerary, please drive to the next parking site!
Notice: If you have not understood the instructions or if you are
not sure about what to do next you may quickly refer to the map
or arrow view of your navigation system.
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1.1.2 Safety information on the GPS receiver
Attention: As it is not waterproof, don’t expose your GPS
receiver to water!
Attention: Do not install the cable next to security relevant
equipment and supply lines.
Attention: Please check the security relevant equipment when
you have installed the navigation system.
Attention: The GPS receiver should be disconnected from the
power supply while your car is parking. As it spends energy
permanently you might risk discharging the car battery.
Attention: The installation of the GPS receiver must not interfere
with the sure operation of your car.
Notice: Do not varnish the GPS receiver. Doing so might impede
the reception of GPS signals.
Notice: Do not use any harsh solvents for cleaning the GPS
receiver. A damp cloth is sufficient! You might damage the case
of the GPS receiver.
Notice: Do not unplug by pulling the cable. This might damage
the cable!
Notice: Do not fold the cable. Check that the cable may not be
damaged by any sharp object.
1.1.3 Safety information on the installation in the vehicle
Attention: Do not fix the holder within the deployment zone of
airbags.
Attention: When you install the holder, please check that it may
not constitute any safety risk, even in case of an accident.
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1.2 Search facilities and conventions
Find information
quickly
Conventions The conventions on the fonts and symbols used in this manual
This manual offers the following search facilities:
In the footnote at the bottom of the page, you may check
which chapter and which section you are actually reading.
A glossary at the end of the manual contains explanations on
the technical terms used in this manual.
An index at the end of the manual allows precise search for
the information contained in this manual.
are explained in the two following tables:
Font Use
bold
bold italic Registered names and trademarks.
SMALL CAPITALS Window and dialogue box titles.
Source code
Symbol Use
Buttons, icons, names of entry fields,
and elements of the software’s user
interface. Also used for highlighting
warnings and notices.
File names and source code.
Indicates hints and notices that may
ease the use of Configuration Kit.
Indicates additional information.
Warns against dangers that might cause
damage to objects and persons.
1.3 Liability
Limitation of liability The software and the manual are subject to change without
notice. NAVIGON GmbH may not be liable for the correctness of
the information contained in this manual nor for damages
resulting from the use of this manual.
To improve the quality of our products and our services, we
appreciate all suggestions for improvement and all error notices.
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1.3.1 Support
You need help? Call our support staff for Telephone support:
Mondays to Fridays 9am to 6pm
+49 180-5-NAVIKIT (0180-5-6284548)
(dtms-Service, 0,12 €/min)
Or call our Fax support:
+49 180-5-6284444
(dtms-Service, 0,12 €/min)
On the web site of NAVIGON GmbH (http://www.navigon.com
you will find a Support section with a FAQ-list which gives
answers to frequently asked questions.
)
1.4 Trademarks
Registered
trademarks
Outlook, Windows and ActiveSync are registered trademarks
All brands and trademarks mentioned in this document are
possibly registered by third party and subject to the current
legislation and to the rights of their respective owners without
reservation. All mentioned names of products, societies, or
brands may be registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Every right that is not explicitly accorded is reserved.
The absence of an explicit labelling of registered trademarks does
not allow the conclusion that this brand was not subject to the
rights of third party.
of the Microsoft Corporation.
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2 Operating mode and
Installation
Topics covered in this chapter:
2.1 Operating mode of your Navigon Configuration Kit page 12
System requirements
Operating mode of your navigation system
Hardware components at large
2.2 Installation of the navigation system page 16
Software installation
Transmitting a map extract to your Pocket PC
Software registration and activation
Installation in the vehicle
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2.1 Operating mode of your Navigon Configuration Kit
Configuration Kit NAVIGON Configuration Kit (NCK) is a Software Development
Kit designed for corporate clients. Via an interface, it may directly
be connected to an order processing system; it gives useful hints
to optimise route planning and thus relieves order processing. For
example, office workers may directly transfer data from the data
base of clients to the NCK.
The big advantage of the NCK is its instant applicability on all
corporate requests and its easy integration into all relevant
processes. The technical basis of the NCK is our highly distinct
and well proven navigation software.
Mobility is the decisive factor for even more comfortable
navigation systems. Nowadays, systems must not be built-in into
the vehicle. The user must be able to carry them with him. The
navigation software being installed on a laptop, a PDA or on
another Windows CE client, its use is no more restricted to one
single vehicle. Its service may be requested in different
situations. Field workers or sales representatives may become
remarkably more efficient by using route planning or CRM
software. They may communicate directly with the departments
of their companies and thus better attend their clients.
.INI commands With Configuration Kit you may easily realise the connection to
third-party systems (like route planning, order processing or
resource planning) for transmitting coordinates or address
information by entering .INI parameters.
For detailed information on the .INI commands, please refer to
"Special NCK functions", page 71.
Features With the Configuration Kit navigation system, you will not only
efficient and transparent route planning
arrive quickly and safely at your destination. It is the perfect tool
for increasing the efficiency of your mobile navigation.
quick Return-on-Investment
stress reduction for its users
unnecessary to know the places you want to go to
POI-finder
comfortable import of POIs
intuitive and easy use of the navigation system as manual
entries are not necessary
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2.1.1 System requirements
Requirements The following minimum requirements must be fulfilled for a
trouble-free use of NAVIGON Configuration Kit:
Supported platforms For laptops: Windows 2000 with Service Pack 4, Windows XP
with Service Pack 1)
For PDAs: Windows Mobile 2003
Notice: Support for further platforms is currently being
developed.
Notebook Pentium PC 266 MHz
Microsoft Windows 2000 (with SP4) or XP (with SP1)
32-x CD-ROM Drive
64 MB RAM (128 MB RAM recommended)
VGA Graphics Adapter with at least 32000 colours
Microsoft compatible mouse
about 40 MB of free hard disk capacity for the program data
optional: about 1.1 GB of free hard disk capacity for the
complete map of Europe
Pocket PC ARM processor
Windows Mobile 2003
64 MB RAM
Notice: This manual explains the operation of the software on a
Pocket PC. The operation on a laptop works the same way.
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2.1.2 Operating mode of your navigation system
GPS-based
navigation
Operating mode of
the GPS
Traffic information
with TMC)
Operating mode of
the TMC
Based on satellites the Global Positioning System (GPS)
determines your current geographical position. The GPS has
originally been developed as a weapon guidance system for the
American forces.
The GPS is based on 24 satellites which are in orbit round the
earth. They are permanently emitting the time and their current
position. The GPS receiver receives this information and
calculates the longitude and the latitude of its own actual
position.
The signals of at least three satellites are needed to determine
the longitude and the latitude. With the signals of at least four
satellites the elevation may be calculated, too. The determination
has an accuracy of about 3 yards.
The Traffic Message Channel (TMC) provides the navigation
system with the latest traffic information. A TMC module which is
available as accessory receives these signals broadcasted by
radio stations.
The traffic situation on highways, motorways, and other routes is
checked by jam sensors or by the police and other persons. The
collected traffic data is transmitted to traffic guidance centres
where they are evaluated and sent to the radio stations. The
stations are broadcasting the data inaudibly via RDS (Radio Data
Signal).
The TMC-receiver extracts the TMC data from the RDS signal and
provides the navigation software with them. Current traffic
obstructions may then be displayed. The reported obstructions
may be considered for route calculation. In case of obstructions
on the computed itinerary they may be used for computing an
alternative route which evades the obstruction.
Configuration Kit features dynamic navigation which is well
adapted to the current traffic situation.
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2.1.3 Hardware components at large
Hardware
components of your
navigation system
(Pocket PC)
Operating mode of
your navigation
system
The so-called base map (e.g. of Europe) and a software designed
for exporting extracts of this base map are installed on your PC.
Via ActiveSync you may transmit areas of the base map to your
Pocket PC. Itinerary planning may be done as well on your PC as
on your Pocket PC.
Bluetooth and TMC are optional modules
Notice: As your Pocket PC disposes of limited memory (64MB in
most of the cases) you may transmit only areas of the base map.
If you dispose of a 256MB storage card you may transmit a map
of Great Britain to your Pocket PC.
On your Pocket PC, you may use the map for navigation by
defining the destination. The software communicates with the
GPS receiver (via connection cable or via Bluetooth) to determine
your current position. If you dispose of the TMC module the
system is provided with the latest traffic information and may
calculate an alternative route evading possible obstructions.
PC Storage of the base map (e.g. of Europe)
Exportation of areas of the base map (MapExport)
Skin design (SkinEditor)
Itinerary planning
Transmission of segments of the base map to the Pocket PC
Pocket PC Itinerary planning based on the transmitted areas of the base
map
Street navigation (with GPS receiver)
GPS Determination of the current position
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2.2 Installation of the navigation system
Quick-start guide… You must carry out the following procedures before using
Configuration Kit:
Case A: Installation
on a Pocket PC
You need a PC for installation. All software components necessary
for navigation will be installed on your Pocket PC. MapExport
(exportation and transmission of areas of the base map) and
SkinEditor (personalisation of your navigation software) will be
installed on your PC.
Case B: Installation
on a laptop
All software components necessary for navigation will be installed
on your laptop. MapExport (exportation and transmission of
areas of the base map) and SkinEditor (personalisation of your
navigation software) will also be installed.
Notice: Ignore the instructions given in "Transmitting a map
extract to your Pocket PC", page 18.
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2.2.1 Software installation
Survey You must install software on your PC and, where appropriate, on
your Pocket PC before you can use your navigation system.
At the beginning of the installation process, the base map (e.g. of
Europe) and the MapExport software (which is designed for
defining and exporting your own areas of the base map and for
transmitting them to your laptop or to your Pocket PC) will be
installed on your PC.
At the end of the same process, the Configuration Kit
navigation software will be installed on your Pocket PC (when
appropriate).
Installing the
software on a
Pocket PC...
1. Establish an ActiveSync connection between your PC and
your Pocket PC (for details, please refer to the manual of your
Pocket PC).
2. Insert the Configuration Kit CD-ROM 1 into your CD-ROM
drive.
The installation procedure starts automatically.
Notice: If the installation procedure does not start
automatically, open the Windows Explorer, double-click the
3. Follow the instructions of the installation software.
The navigation software will be installed on your Pocket PC
Installing the
software on a
laptop…
2. Follow the instructions of the installation software.
entry of your CD-ROM drive and double-click Setup.exe.
when the installation process on your PC is finished.
1. Insert the Configuration Kit CD-ROM 1 into your CD-ROM
drive.
The installation procedure starts automatically.
Notice: If the installation procedure does not start
automatically, open the Windows Explorer, double-click the
entry of your CD-ROM drive and double-click Setup.exe.
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2.2.2 Transmitting a map extract to your Pocket PC
Notice: If you have purchased a storage card with a map for
your Pocket PC, you don’t need to transmit a map extract. In this
case, proceed as described in “Software registration and
activation”, page 19.
Survey Before using your navigation software, you must export a map
extract to your PC and transmit it to your Pocket PC.
Exporting maps… Precondition:
ActiveSync connection.
your Pocket PC is connected to your PC via an
1. On your PC, start the MapExport software by clicking on
Start > Programs > > Navigon GmbH > NCK 4.0
PocketPC > MapExport.
For details on this software, please refer to “Additional
The software calculates the data and indicates the storage
software: MapExport”, page 107.
2. Define the segment of the base map you want to transmit to
your Pocket PC:
You want to... so...
select an already exported
map,
define a rectangular segment,
define a map corridor by
determining the stages of an
itinerary,
capacity required by the defined segment.
click the Archive icon
click the Zone icon
click the Corridor icon
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Notice: The size of the defined segment must not exceed the
3. Click the Via ActiveSync button to transmit the selected map
The map will be transmitted to the Pocket PC and then be
available storage capacity on your Pocket PC.
to your pocket PC.
ready for navigation purposes.
2.2.3 Software registration and activation
Activation code At the first start of Configuration Kit you will be prompted to
enter an activation code. You cannot start the software without
entering this code.
To obtain the activation code, you will need the serial number
which is printed on the back of the Configuration Kit booklet
and the number which is indicated at the first start of the
software.
With these two numbers you may obtain the activation code:
in the web on http://www.navigon.com or
by phone from our support staff for Germany, Austria and
Switzerland:
+49 180-5-NAVIKIT (+49 180-5-6284466)
(dtms-Service, 0,12 €/min).
Enter the activation code into the respective entry field and tap
the OK button or the ENTER-key of the on-screen keyboard.
Notice: Keep the activation code at a safe place. You might neet
it later, e.g. when you reinstall the software on your device.
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2.2.4 Installation in the vehicle
Survey Mount the holder of the Pocket PC and the GPS receiver before
you use the navigation system. You will also have to initialise the
GPS receiver and, if purchased, the TMC module.
Notice: The holder and the adapter of the Pocket PC are not
supplied within the delivery.
Mounting and connecting the Pocket PC
Attention: The mounted holder must not impede the driver’s
attention on the traffic. If this is not possible, mount the holder
somewhere else so that safe driving is granted.
Connecting the
Pocket PC...
1. Attach the cradle of the Pocket PC to the swan-neck mount.
Notice: Take notice of the inscription on the swan-neck
mount. The arrow with the inscription close must show in
snap-on direction. The connection must snap on audibly.
2. Place the suction cup on the windscreen. Press the lever
firmly to the windscreen before switching it.
3. Put the Pocket PC into the cradle. Make sure that it is held
safely!
4. Plug the adapter into the socket at the bottom of the
Pocket PC.
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Mounting and connecting the GPS receiver
Attention: The mounted GPS receiver must not impede the
driver’s attention on traffic.
Connecting the GPS
receiver...
2. Plug the connection cable of the GPS receiver to the
1. Place the GPS receiver horizontally under the windscreen, as
far forwards as possible.
Notice: The reception of GPS-signals may be obstructed by
windscreen heating wires, by a windscreen aerial, or when the
windscreen is metallised. In this case you might use an
external vehicle antenna which may be ordered from our
support team.
respective socket of the adapter which connects the Pocket PC
to the power supply.
3. Plug the jack of the adaptor into the socket of the cigarette
lighter.
4. Turn the GPS receiver on.
Bluetooth module 4a Slide the Bluetooth-module into the respective slot of the
GPS-receiver.
4b Start Configuration Kit on your Pocket PC to establish the
Bluetooth connection.
Notice: For detailed information on Bluetooth connections
between your Pocket PC and other Bluetooth-devices, please
refer to the manual of your Pocket PC.
4c At the first connection via Bluetooth, you will be prompted to
enter a code. Enter 0000.
5. On the main screen, tap the Configuration button.
ONFIGURATION screen opens.
The C
6. Via the arrow buttons, select GPS.
7. Tap the Type of receiver field and indicate the type of your
GPS-receiver.
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You have… then…
the expandable NAVIGON GPS-
select Navigon Modular.
receiver,
a non-expandable NAVIGON GPSreceiver with TMC,
a non-expandable NAVIGON GPSreceiver without TMC,
select Navigon with
TMC.
select Navigon without
TMC.
a GPS-receiver of another brand, select Other receiver.
8. Tap the at field and indicate the COM-port.
Notice: If you have established a wire connection, it is
normally COM-Port 1.
When you establish a Bluetooth-connection for the first time,
you are normally prompted which COM-port is used. When
you connect a HP Ipaq 3870, 3970, 2210, 5450, or 5550, it is
COM-Port 8. For a HP Ipaq 1940 it is COM-Port 5. For a HP
Ipaq 4150 it is COM-Port 6.
9. If you are using a GPS-receiver of another brand than
NAVIGON (Type: Other receiver), enter the respective Baud
rate into the Baud field.
The blue LED at the GPS-receiver shines when the connection
is established.
TMC-module 9a If you dispose of the TMC-module, slide it into the respective
slot of the GPS-receiver.
9b Plug the Chinch jack of the aerial supplied within the delivery
into the respective socket of the GPS-receiver.
Notice: Instead of using the supplied aerial you may connect
the receiver to the external vehicle antenna using a Yadapter. This Y-adapter is available from our support.
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Initialising the GPS receiver and the TMC module
Initialisation of the
TMC module
Initialisation of the
GPS receiver
The initialisation process of the TMC module starts automatically.
Within a few seconds, the colour of the TMC icon in
Configuration Kit changes from red (no TMC reception) to
orange (Search) and finally to green (TMC reception). The
number on the icon indicates the number of received traffic
messages.
Notice: If the TMC icon does not become green, the receiver
may not be connected correctly. Check the fit of the TMC module
and all cable connections.
The TMC symbol is also red when no TMC module is inserted into
the GPS receiver.
For details on the operation of the TMC module, please refer to
“Using TMC functionality”, page 65.
The initialisation process of the GPS receiver starts automatically.
Within 15 seconds the colour of the GPS icon in Configuration
Kit changes from red (No GPS signal) to orange (GPS signals
insufficient). The number on the GPS icon indicates the number
of satellites from which signals are being received. When the
signals of more than 3 satellites are being received, the GPS icon
becomes green (GPS ready). This process may take about 20
minutes. When the GPS icon becomes green earlier, it would be
good to leave the GPS receiver turned on for about 15 more
minutes in order to grant its correct operation.
The initialisation process is finished when the reception of more
than 3 satellites is indicated after about 20 seconds.
Notice: This initialisation process must be carried out only once.
The other times, the GPS receiver will be ready within about one
minute.
Notice: When the GPS receiver is connected to the power supply
for the first time, leave it connected for about 2 hours in order to
charge its battery.
Notice: A new initialisation may become necessary when the
GPS receiver has not been in use. In this case, the initialisation
process would take about 10 minutes.
Attention: Disconnect the receiver from the power supply when
you are leaving the car parked for a longer period. Failure to do
so might result in a flat battery as the recever consumes
electricity permanently.
For details on the operation of your GPS receiver, please refer to
“Icons”, page 28, and to “Annex B: GPS receiver”, page 142.
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3 Operating the navigation
software
Topics covered in this chapter:
3.1 Starting Configuration Kit page 26
3.2 User interface and basic functionality page 27
Icons
3.3 Indicating destinations page 30
Entering a destination manually
Selecting a special destination
Selecting destinations from the Outlook contacts list
Indicating destinations on the map
Saved destinations
Recent destinations
Save and use your home address
Voice command
3.4 Working with the map page 45
Operating the map
Representation of the map
Displaying additional information on the map
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User's manual Navigon Configuration Kit 4.0
3.1 Starting Configuration Kit
Precondition You have carried out installation and activation of Configuration
Kit as described in “Installation of the navigation system”,
page 16.
Starting the
navigation software…
The Main screen opens:
Main screen
1. Turn on your Pocket PC.
2. Start Configuration Kit by tapping Start > Programs >
Navigon GmbH > NCK 4.0 PocketPC.
All functions of the program are accessible via the Main
screen.
One destination Tap this button to indicate a destination for navigation (one
stage).
For details, please refer to “Indicating destinations”, page 30.
Tap this button to navigate to your home address.
For details, please refer to “Save and use your home address”,
page 43.
Tap this icon to indicate a stored destination by voice.
For details, please refer to “Voice command”, page 44.
Notice: Voice commands are not supported on laptops.
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User's manual Navigon Configuration Kit 4.0
Several destinations Tap this button for itinerary planning purposes.
For details, please refer to “Navigating to several destinations
(Itinerary planning)”, page 58.
Display the map Tap this button to display the map currently in use.
Select a map Tap this button to select another map which is stored on your
Settings Tap this button to modify the settings of Configuration Kit.
Quit Tap this button to quit Configuration Kit.
Pocket PC.
Notice: You can’t profit from this function unless you have
installed MapExport on your PC.
For details, please refer to “Working with the map”, page 45.
For details, please refer to “Annex A: Configuration of
Configuration Kit”, page 138.
3.2 User interface and basic functionality
Operation In order to offer a maximum of flexibility and convenience for the
operation of Configuration Kit there is three ways to make
entries:
tapping with the stylus,
tapping with your finger, or
via the hardware keys of your Pocket PC.
Moreover, you may indicate a saved destination by voice to start
navigation to it.
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User's manual Navigon Configuration Kit 4.0
3.2.1 Icons
Icons The following buttons appear on the bottom line of every
Configuration Kit screen:
Return
Tap this icon to return to the previous screen. This icon is only
available when you have opened another screen before.
Main screen
Tap this icon to open the main screen. This icon is not available
on the main screen.
Logbook
Tap this icon to access the logbook functions.
For details on the logbook functions, please refer to “Keeping the
logbook”, page 68.
TMC
Tap this icon to display TMC information.
For details on the TMC functionality, please refer to “Using TMC
functionality”, page 65.
Tap the GPS icon to display the current GPS status:
GPS
The colour of this icon and the number displayed on it have the
following significance:
Colour/Number Significance
red
orange + number of
received satellites
green + number of
received satellites
A GPS receiver is not connected or the
power supply is interrupted.
A GPS receiver is connected, but the
received signals are not convenient
for navigation purposes (e.g. because
you are in a closed building).
The signals are convenient. Navigation
may begin.
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