Navman SPIN100 User Manual

SPiN 100

Pocket PC Navigation Software

English

USER MANUAL

Pocket PC

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Contents

1. Introduction ............................................................................ 5

2. Pocket PC Features ...............................................................

3. Installing SPiN 100

................................................................ 8

4. Starting SPiN 100 ..................................................................

5. GPS Setup .......................................................................... 11

6. Setting your Destination ...................................................... 14

7. Using the 2D Map Screen to Plan a Route ..........................

8. Trip Planner .......................................................................... 23

9. Viewing your Route ............................................................. 26

10. Map Screen Pop-up Menu .................................................

11. Avoiding an Area ................................................................ 33

12. Route Demonstrator ............................................................ 34

13. Trip Meter ............................................................................ 35

14. Favourites and Quick Navs ................................................. 36

15. Settings ............................................................................... 38

16. Improving Performance ....................................................... 45

17. Accessories ........................................................................

Appendix: Street Types ............................................................ 47

Support Information ................................................................. 50

Compliance ............................................................................... 50

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1. Introduction

Thank you for purchasing SPiN 100 Pocket PC navigation software. We hope you enjoy using your new GPS navigation software.

Whether you travel in your own country or elsewhere, SPiN 100 will direct you to your destination without the need for map books and second-hand instructions. The Global Positioning System (GPS) is available free of charge, at any time, and is accurate to within 5 m (15 ft). Your SPiN 100 map provides street-level detail for door-to-door navigation, including Points Of Interest (POIs) such as accommodation, railway stations and airports.

Use this manual to help you install SPiN 100, learn how to operate it effectively and safely, and discover the range of features available to you.

Navman welcomes your feedback. To contact us or visit our website, see Support Information on page 50.

Compatibility

SPiN 100 is compatible with both Bluetooth and serial-port connected GPS receivers, and with Pocket PCs manufactured by:

• Acer

• Dell

• HP

• i-mate

• Qtek

• T-Mobile

Note: Depending on your model of Pocket PC, you may not be able to connect to both a Bluetooth GPS receiver and another Bluetooth device (such as a headset) simultaneously.

Operation

Like many software programs, SPiN 100 requires the software media (in this case, the SPiN 100 SD Memory Card) to be present for the software to operate. This enables the software to be used on multiple devices but prevents it being used by two persons at the same time (as that would require a second software licence).

Important Note: Because the SPiN 100 program and map data files are stored on the SD Memory Card, it is important not to modify or overwrite those files. Accordingly, it is recommended that before installation you save a copy of all

files onto your personal computer or other storage device.

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GPS and GPS Signals

The Global Positioning System is a network of satellites that transmit accurate time and position information worldwide. GPS receivers receive signals from these satellites and use the information to determine an exact location.

Satellites orbit the earth at around 12,000 miles above the surface. While a GPS receiver can detect signals from up to 12 satellites at any time, only three signals are needed to provide a position or GPS “ﬁx” (latitude and longitude) for vehicle navigation systems.

SPiN 100 is designed to use GPS information to ﬁnd your current position, and calculate the best route to your desired destination using the available road maps. SPiN 100 will then guide you with voice and visual commands to your destination using the continuous stream of GPS data to track your position.

To receive GPS signals, ensure that the receiver is outdoors, or in a vehicle outdoors, and has an unobstructed view of the sky. The reciever can operate in all weather types except snowfall.

For details about reading the SPiN 100 GPS Status screen, see page 12.

Safety Notice

WARNING: In a vehicle, it is your sole responsibility to place, secure and use the Pocket PC

in a manner that will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. The user of this product is solely responsible for observing safe driving practices. It is your responsibility to read and follow the vehicle mount installation instructions and to use the product consistent with your government’s laws/regulations. Consult the vehicle manual to ensure the mounting location is safe.

It is your sole responsibility to adhere to the following safety instructions at all times:

• Do not operate the Pocket PC while driving or place the Pocket PC in a position that obstructs the driver’s view.

• Do not mount the Pocket PC in a way that may be distracting or interfere with the safe operation of the vehicle, the deployment of airbags or other safety equipment.

• Do not leave the Pocket PC in view while your vehicle is unattended, especially in strong or direct sunlight.

• Do not use or handle the Pocket PC when it is hot; leave it to cool, out of direct sunlight.

Failure to adhere to these instructions may lead to serious personal injury, including death, or property damage. Navman disclaims all liability for use of the Pocket PC that contributes to injuries, death, property damage or violates law.

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2. Pocket PC Features

4-Way Toggle

The style of the 4-way toggle differs between models of Pocket PC. It may be referred to as a navigation button or navigation stick; it may be a 5-way toggle. See your Pocket PC manual to

identify the 4-way toggle.

Note: If your Pocket PC does not have a toggle you must first assign Button 1 to <Scroll

Right

 and Button 4 to <Scroll Left.

See your Pocket PC manual for information on how to assign buttons.

Touch-Screen

Use the stylus with the Pocket PC touch-screen to navigate and use the Main Menu options, set destination addresses and conﬁgure the GPS status. See your Pocket PC manual for information

on using the stylus with the touch-screen. Tap and hold the stylus on the 2D Map and 3D Map screens to activate the Pop-up menu.

See page 32 for information on the Pop-up menu.

Portrait vs. Landscape Screens

Microsoft Windows Mobile™ 2003 SE (standard and phone editions) can display SPiN 100 in portrait or landscape mode.

This manual shows most SPiN 100 screens primarily in portrait mode; however, where landscape mode signiﬁcantly differs from portrait mode, both are shown.

Toggle Description

Left

Opens the Main Menu screen.

Right

Cycles through the navigation screens once a route has been calculated:

• 2D Map screen

• 3D Map screen

• Next Instruction screen

• Instruction List screen.

From the 2D Map screen, enables you to zoom in to view less of the street map, but with more detail.

From the

3D Map screen, with the Information button set to Angle,

enables you to increase the viewing angle.

Down

From the 2D Map screen, enables you to zoom out to view more of the street map, but with less detail.

From the

3D Map screen, with the Information button set to Angle,

enables you to decrease the viewing angle.

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3. Installing SPiN 100

Installing SPiN 100 is as simple as inserting the SPiN 100 SD Memory Card into your Pocket PC and following the simple on-screen instructions.

1. Close all open programs on your Pocket PC.

2. Insert the SPiN 100 SD Memory Card into your Pocket PC. The SPiN 100 Installer will start automatically.

3. Follow the screen prompts to install the software

• Select your preferred language.

• Tap Install.

A warning dialog box will display reminding you not to remove the SD Memory Card during installation or operation. Tap

The Installing NAVMAN SPiN 100 window will display.

4. When installation is complete a dialog box will display conﬁrming that installation was successful. Tap

to automatically start SPiN 100.

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4. Starting SPiN 100

By now, you have installed SPiN 100 on your Pocket PC and, if required, mounted your GPS receiver in your vehicle. You are now ready to start SPiN 100 and ensure that your Pocket PC and GPS receiver are communicating successfully.

1. Close all open programs on your Pocket PC to provide memory resources for SPiN 100.

Note: Tapping or in the top right corner of an application does not usually close the application, but leaves it running in the background. To close SPiN 100 tap and hold a point on the screen to display the Pop-up Menu, then select Exit Application. To close all applications, see your Pocket PC manual.

2. Tap Start (a) to display the Start menu (see Figure 1).

3. Tap Programs (b) on the Start menu.

4. Tap

SPiN 100 will open.

5. The Legal Notice screen will display. Read the legal notice and tap I Agree to conﬁrm you understand.

6. The Tutorial will display. Tap

to move through the screens.

Note: To switch off the Tutorial, from the Main Menu tap , then Setup, then the General tab. In the Tutorial section of the General screen, tap the Show at Startup checkbox to deselect it

The 2D Map screen will open and the status bar at the bottom of the screen will either display

your present location (if a GPS ﬁx has already been obtained) or the current GPS status. Tapping the status bar will open the GPS Status screen.

You are now ready to obtain a GPS ﬁx. See GPS Setup on page 11.

Figure 1. Start Menu

Figure 2. Programs Screen

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Main Menu Screen

The Main Menu screen provides access to all SPiN 100 functions, including navigating to a destination.

1. From the 2D Map screen, open the Main Menu screen by pushing the 4-way toggle

2. Tap

, to display more Main Menu options.

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5. GPS Setup

The Global Positioning System (GPS) comprises a collection of satellites orbiting Earth that transmit signals to a GPS receiver (antenna) connected to your Pocket PC.

Before your GPS receiver (antenna) can attempt to obtain a GPS ﬁx, your Pocket PC must be ﬁrst be setup to connect (‘pair’) with the GPS receiver

GPS receiver setup

GPS receivers can connect to a Pocket PC via two mediums: wireless Bluetooth or a serial cable. In either case, once the Pocket PC has successfully paired the pairing information is remembered by the software and the following steps are bypassed.

Automatic Bluetooth pairing

The ﬁrst time it is used, SPiN 100 assumes you are using a Navman Bluetooth GPS

receiver and displays a dialog box asking if you want to connect to it. If you have a Navman Bluetooth GPS receiver tap Yes to automatically pair the Pocket PC with the receiver and attempt to obtain a GPS ﬁx. If you do not have a Navman Bluetooth GPS receiver tap No.

Manual setup

Whether you have a third-party Bluetooth GPS receiver or a GPS receiver connected via a

serial cable, you need to manually pair the receiver with the Pocket PC.

1. Either tap the GPS status message at the bottom of the 2D Map or 3D Map screens or, from the Main Menu, tap , then GPS Status. The GPS Status screen will open

2. Tap the ﬁrst drop-down box and select the COM port for your GPS receiver from the list that appears. See your Pocket PC manual for the correct COM port.

3. Tap the second drop-down box and select the baud rate (speed) for your GPS receiver from the list that appears. See your GPS receiver manual for the correct baud rate

Tap the GPS checkbox to open the COM port. Your Pocket PC will now attempt to obtain a GPS ﬁx.

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Latitude and longitude of current position; tap to toggle displayed units between

degrees, minutes and decimal seconds; decimal degrees; degrees and decimal minutes.

Each segment represents a satellite

North-pointing compass and current heading in degrees

GPS ﬁx

Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) and date

Number of satellites used in GPS ﬁx

COM Port drop-down box, displays selected GPS receiver or COM port

Ground speed

Manually opens and closes the COM Port*

Baud rate drop-down box which displays the selected baud rate for the GPS receiver COM port

GPS Satellite Segment Key

Getting a GPS Fix

Once your GPS receiver is setup (‘paired’) with your Pocket PC, it will attempt to obtain a GPS ﬁx. To do this, the receiver’s antenna must have a clear view of the sky.

To ascertain the GPS status, check the GPS status message at the bottom of the 2D Map, 3D Map, or Next Instruction screens, or check the GPS Status screen.

GPS Status Screen

The GPS Status screen provides a visual representation of the information being received. Latitude and longitude are displayed, along with a north-pointing compass, ground speed and the heading in degrees. Available

satellites are shown as segments.

The GPS Status screen can be accessed by tapping the GPS status message at the bottom of the

2D Map or

3D Map screens or, from the Main Menu, by tapping , then GPS Status.

To close the GPS Status screen, tap .

* Once the COM port has been selected and the COM port opened, manually opening the port is not required during regular usage.

Colour Description

Red No signal is being received.

Yellow A valid signal is being received but not being used to ﬁx your position.

Green A valid signal is being used to ﬁx your position.

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GPS Status Messages

The GPS status messages are displayed on the 2D Map, 3D Map, Next Instruction and GPS Status screens. These messages provide feedback on the status of the GPS receiver connection.

The following table explains the meaning of these messages and includes suggested actions.

Status Message Meaning Suggested Action

GPS PORT CLOSED A GPS COM port has not

been opened.

On the GPS Status screen, tap the GPS checkbox to open the COM port selected in the ﬁrst drop-down box.

NO GPS DATA

A GPS COM Port has been opened but no GPS data is being received.

Ensure the GPS receiver is turned on and connected.

WAITING FOR GPS

A GPS COM Port has been opened, GPS data is being received, but a GPS position ﬁx has not yet been established.

Ensure the GPS receiver has an unobscured view of the sky.

If you are in a vehicle with athermic (heat reﬂecting) windows, you will require an external GPS antenna (sold separately).

BLUETOOTH SEARCH

A GPS Bluetooth receiver is being searched for.

Ensure the Bluetooth GPS receiver is turned on.

GPS LOST Your GPS ﬁx has been lost. Ensure the GPS receiver has an

unobscured view of the sky.

(no GPS message; date displayed on GPS Status screen)

You have a valid GPS position ﬁx and

GPS data

is being received.

No action required. You can navigate to your destination.

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6. Setting your Destination

Before you travel, specify a destination and SPiN 100 will plan your route. You may select a destination using any of the Destination menu options.

Note: Depending on the destination country, some fields may be unavailable when selecting a destination.

Entering Destination Text

Use the keyboard to enter text into the appropriate boxes on the Destination screens.

Note: If the text you enter does not match any address or Point of Interest (or any name in Pocket PC Contacts), the text will turn red. In this case, check your spelling and try again.

Destination Icons

Each Destination screen displays a variable selection of icons:

Tap To...

Return to the previous screen.

Display the Route Options screen.

Add current location to Favourites.

Show the current location on the 2D Map.

Calculate route and display the 3D Map.

Conﬁrm selection.

Edit current Favourite.

Delete current Favourite.

View the Help screen for Destination icons.

Display information about the current item.

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Address Search Rules

The following rules apply when searching for a destination in Europe:

Street Names with Dates

If a street name contains a date or a number, search by the ﬁrst number:

Example 1: If searching for

“Faubourg du 13 Juillet 1920”, search by “13”.

Example 2: If searching for

“Avenue du 14 Avril 1914”, search by “14”.

Example 3: If searching for

“Rue de la 1 ere Armée”, search by “1”.

Streets Named After People (excluding Italy)

If a street name is a person’s name (including at least a ﬁrst and last name), search by the ﬁrst name:

Example 1: If searching for “Rue Albert Mathieu”, search by

“Albert”. Example 2: If searching for “Fred Archer Way”, search by “Fred”. Example 3: If searching for “Franz-Grillparzer-Strasse”, search by “Franz

”.

Streets Named After People - Italy

In Italy, if a street name is a person’s name (including at least a ﬁrst and last name), search by the last name:

Example 1: If searching for “Via de Angelo de Thomasis”, search by

“Thomasis”. Example 2: If searching for “Via Placido Giovanella”, search by “Giovanella”. Example 3: If searching for “Via della Giacomo Marca”, search by “Marca”.

Postcodes in United Kingdom and Netherlands

When searching by postcode in United Kingdom or Netherlands, type the postcode with spaces and without the last two letters.

Example 1: If searching for “RH6 9ST”, search by

“RH6 9”.

Example 2: If searching for “3514 BN”, search by “3514”.

For exact European street type abbreviations, see Appendix: Street Types on page 47.

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Navigating to a Street Address

1. From the Main Menu, tap Destination, then Address. The Destination Address screen will open.

Note: If you have previously selected a destination and not subsequently exited SPiN 100, the last address will display.

2. Select a country from the Country drop-down box.

3. Type and select the destination address starting in any box, as follows:

Box Action

Postcode • Tap the Postcode box.

The Destination Address - Postcode screen will display.

• Type up to ﬁve characters of the postcode in the Postcode box.

Note: When navigating in United Kingdom or Netherlands, type the postcode with spaces and without the last two letters.

• Select the postcode from the list that displays.

• Tap

The Destination Address screen will reopen.

Area • Tap the Area box.

The Destination Address - Area screen will display.

• Type the name of a geographical location such as a town, city, state or county in the Area box.

• Select the area from the list that displays.

• Tap

The Destination Address screen will reopen.

Road • Tap the Road box.

The Destination Address - Road screen will display.

• Type the name of a road in the Road box.

• Select the road from the list that displays.

• Tap

The Destination Address screen will reopen.

House number • Tap the House No. box.

The Destination Address - House No.

screen will display.

• Type the house number in the House No. box.

• Select the number from the list that displays.

• Tap

The Destination Address screen will reopen.

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