Nextar K4 Users Manual

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USE-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OF MOISTURE.
POWER SUPPLY: Connect the supplied adapter to the side of the unit in the USB port. Plug the two-prong end of the power cord to an AC100-240V outlet. If you have difficulty inserting the plug, turn it over and reinsert it. If the unit will not be used for a long time, disconnect the plug from the outlet.
NOTE:
Before plugging the power cord into an AC outlet, make sure that all the connections have been made.
CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer to service manual for servicing instructions. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Important Safety
Instructions
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Important Safety
Instructions
NOTES
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with a damp cloth.
7) Do not block any of the ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. When the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or s old w ith the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been dam aged i n an y way, such as po w er-sup ply cord or plu g i s dam ag ed, liquid has been spilled or objects hav e fallen into th e apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15) Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or spla sh i ng and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the appara tu s.
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Important Safety
Instructions
Warning
Failure to avoid the following potentially hazardous situations may result in injury or property damage. The unit is designed to provide you with route suggestions. It does not reflect road closures or road conditions, traffic congestion, weather conditions, or other factors that may affect safety or timing while driving. Use the unit only as a navigational aid. Do not attempt to use the unit for any purpose requiring precise measurement of direction, distance, location, or topography. This product should not be used to determine ground proximity for aircraft navigation.
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. The batteries (or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (“UL”) has not tested the performance or reliability of the Global Positioning System (“GPS”) hardware, operating software or other aspects of this product. UL has only tested for fire, shock or casualty hazards as outlined in UL’s Standard(s) for Safety [Note-Consider referencing specific UL standard]. UL Certification does not cover the performance or reliability of the GPS hardware and GPS operating software. UL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES OR CERTIFICATIONS WHATSOEVER REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE OR RELIABILITY OF ANY GPS RELATED FUNCTIONS OF THIS PRODUCT.
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.
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Important Safety
Instructions
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with limits for Class B digital
device, pursuant to 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 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 or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
3. Consult the dealer or an experience radio/TV technician for help.
The images in this manual are only for reference and they may be different from the actual ones.
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Accessories
Accessories List
ITEM NAME QTY
Instruction Manual 2
AC Adaptor 1
Car Adaptor 1
USB Cable 1
Windshield Mount Bracket 1
Mount Cradle 1
Touch Pen 1
Dashboard Mount Disk 1
Pouch 1
NOTE
Accessories and their part number are subject to modification without prior notice due to improvements.
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions
Accessories
View of Main Unit
System Connections
Power Supply Preparation
General Setup
Playback Functions
Voice Recorder
File Manager
Calculator and Alarm
Use of the Mount Accessories
Troubleshooting
Specifications
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1. Microphone Hole
2. Standby Button
Press for a longer time to enter or exit the standby mode.
3. Card Slot
Insert the SD card into the slot.
4. Earphone Jack
Used to connect earphones for private listening. When the earphones are connected to this jack, the speaker will be turned off automatically.
5. USB Charging Port
Connect to the supplied adapter to charge the unit. Used to connect to the USB device.
6. Charge Indicator
When charging the battery, it is red. When the battery is fully charged, it turns green.
7. LCD Screen
8. ON/OFF Switch
Used to switch power on or off.
View of Main Unit
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System Connections
z Always ensure that the unit and any other external device connected to the unit are
switched off and unplugged from the power supply before you attempt to connect the unit to any external device.
Connecting to PC
The unit is designed with a USB port that allows you to connect the unit to PC for map updating. See the below figure for details:
System requirements:
-Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 and XP
(Driver required for Windows 98SE)
-DVD Rom Drive (for map upgrade purposes)
-Intel Pentium II 233 MHz
-64 MB RAM
-50 MB available hard drive space
-Available serial port and/or USB Port
-256-color display adapter and monitor
(16 bit color required)
In the near future map updates will be available for down load from our website. Please check www.nextar.com periodically for the information on downloads.
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System Connections
Inserting SD Card
The unit is designed with SD Card jack that allows you to insert the SD card into the unit as shown below:
To remove the card, gently press the card in with your fingernail. The card unlocks and protrudes slightly. Then remove the card.
Note: The SD card is not included.
Connecting to Earphones
Connect the earphones to the right side of the unit for private listening.
When earphone is connected, the speakers will automatically turn off. Note: Excessively loud volume could damage your hearing. So turn down the volume before you connect the earphones, and then raise the volume to comfortable level.
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Power Supply
Preparation
Using the AC Adaptor
The unit is supplied with an AC adaptor for powering it and charging the battery.
1. Connect AC adaptor to the right side of the unit in the USB port, as shown on the right.
2. Plug the two-prong end of the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
Note
¾ Turn unit's power off before unplugging. ¾ In the case of using the adaptor, the LCD screen will be brighter than with the
rechargeable battery.
Using of Car Adaptor
The unit is supplied with a Car Adaptor for powering it while in a vehicle.
Connect the Car Adaptor Power Plug to the unit’s USB port and plug the other end to the vehicle’s 5V accessory/ cigarette socket, as shown on the right figure.
Attention
¾ Place the unit in a proper position for viewing. ¾ Disconnect the unit from the car adaptor when starting the vehicle.
Your portable GPS comes with a built-in rechargeable battery. Please see details in the following segment.
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Power Supply
Preparation
About Rechargeable Battery
Your portable GPS comes with a built-in rechargeable battery. Charge the battery fully before initial use. Charging time is normally about 3.5 hours. A fully charged battery delivers about 2 hours of use.
Working conditions and precautions for the rechargeable battery
¾ New batteries should be fully charged before initial use. ¾ Battery should only be used when temperatures are between 14°-140°F (-10
). And it should be charged when temperatures are between 32°-113°F(0-45 ℃)
¾ Maintain well-ventilated conditions around the product to avoid overheating. Don’t
put the product on a bed, sofa or anything that may block ventilation to the product.
¾ When the battery is weak, an indication menu will appear on the LCD screen and
after a little while, the unit will power off automatically.
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Charging the Battery Pack
The battery must be charged using the supplied adaptor.
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General Setup
System Main Menu
When turn on the unit, the system main menu appears, as shown below.
In the system main menu, there are nine items for selecting. Touch the corresponding item to enter.
Tap to enter navigation mode. Tap Tap Tap
: Indicates the unit’s battery status.
: Indicates the unit’s speaker mute on or off. The time in the top right corner is the current time of the unit. You can set the speaker and the time in SETTINGS menu.
Tap Tap Tap Tap
Tap
to enter Photo Viewer.
to enter the Music Player. to enter Video Player. to enter Voice Recorder.
to enter File Manager.
to enter Calculator.
to enter Alarm.
to enter the settings menu.
Settings Menu
Tap to enter the settings menu, the screen will display as below:
In the settings menu, tap
to return to the system main menu.
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LANGUAGE
Tap selecting, as shown below:
Tap the cancel.
BRIGHTNESS
Tap as shown below:
Tap the first group After setting, tap
DATE & TIME
Tap the current time zone, as shown below:
in the settings menu to enter Language setting menu for language
buttons to select language. Then tap to confirm or tap to
in the settings menu to enter Backlight setting menu for backlight adjusting,
buttons to adjust the backlight level.
to confirm or tap to cancel.
in the settings menu to enter DATE & TIME settings menu for changing to
General Setup
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General Setup
Tap the Date group to change the corresponding date and tap the to change the corresponding time. After setting, tap cancel.
POWER
Tap as shown below:
The power menu will display the current battery status. Tap
CALIBRATE
Tap
This item is used to calibrate the sensitivity of the touch screen. Tap the center of “+” as it moves around the screen. If you touch the center of “+” every time, it will disappear after having moved through a cycle (centertop leftbottom leftbottom righttop right). Tap the screen to return to the settings menu. Note: If “+” doesn’t disappear, you should calibrate again.
buttons to select the proper Time Zone. Tap the buttons of
buttons of Time group
to confirm or tap to
in the settings menu to enter POWER menu for the current battery status,
to return.
in the settings menu to calibrate, the screen will display as below:
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MASTER VOLUME
Tap adjusting, as shown below:
Tap the
Note: there are two levels of volume control: one is the master control in the general setup; the secondary volume control is in the navigation, Music Player or Video Player.
FM
Tap system’s audio over an FM radio frequency, so you can listen to its audio in stereo over any nearby FM radio.
Tune a nearby FM radio to a frequency that doesn’t receive any station. Tap buttons to adjust the frequency same to the radio’s. Adjust your radio’s volume settings; the GPS route prompts will be played over your FM radio. Tap toggle buttons to turn off or on the speaker. Tap
Note: When the FM function is enabled, you must connect the AC adapter or car adapter with the unit for antenna usage.
in the settings menu to enter VOLUME setting menu for master volume
buttons to adjust the master volume. Then tap to confirm or tap
to cancel.
in the settings menu to enter FM setting menu. You can transmit your
/ toggle buttons to disable or enable the function; tap /
to exit.
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General Setup
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Playback Functions
The unit is designed with SD card slot. You can insert a SD card with MP3, MPEG-4 and JPEG files for audiovisual enjoyment.
Note: Do not store these files in the Flash stor age, for the flash storage is used to store map data, any attempt to open the Flash storage may result in the map data missing and lost.
A note regarding the playback function:
The unit has the ability to play your favorite audiovisual files. This is accomplished by using the unit’s SD card slot, located on the right side.
¾ These files should previously reside on the users SD card. ¾ These files can be imported to the users SD card on a PC, using a variety of
programs such as Windows Media Player. ¾ This process should be performed independent of the navigation unit. Do not attempt to use the unit to read and burn these files from an external source.
Take the following steps to play:
Loading files
1. Insert the SD card with these files into the card slot on the right side of the unit.
2. Turn on the unit.
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Playback Functions
Playing Pictures
In the main menu, tap SD card will be displayed automatically, as shown below:
On the playback screen, the Photo Viewer has following playback features: Tap Tap Tap Tap the normal mode. Tap Tap
When you open the play list, the system will look for JPEG files on its SD memory card and create a play list automatically. Double tap the name of a picture to play it on the screen. Use the scroll bar to scroll the picture list up or down if it contains more than one screen. Tap
to back to the previous picture; tap to switch to next picture.
, to zoom the picture in or out.
to rotate the picture. to play the picture in full-screen mode; double tap the screen again to return to
to exit the Photo Viewer. to enter the pictures list, as shown below.
to return to the Photo Viewer.
, the Photo Viewer screen appears and the pictures in the
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Playback Functions
Playing Music
Warning: For your own safety, do not use the earphones when driving.
In the main menu, tap
In the Music player, there are several standard playback features. Tap
button to start playing and the button changes to pause button.
During playback, you can tap the button to pause and tap the button again to resume.
to stop the playback.
Tap
to back to the previous song; tap to skip to next song.
Tap
, to increase or decrease the volume of the speaker.
Tap Tap
: The player will repeat all the songs in the play list.
: The player will not repeat the playback of the play list.
: The player will play the songs in the play list in sequence. : The player will play the songs in the play list randomly.
to close the Music Player.
Tap
to return to the previous menu. User will be able to listen to the music while in
Tap navigation mode. The music will stop automatically to enable user to listen to the navigation instruction.
Tap
to enter the music play list, as shown right. When you open the play list, the system will look for audio files on its SD memory card and create a play list automatically. Tap the name of a song to play it.
Use the scroll bar to scroll the picture list up or down if it contains more than one screen. Tap
to return to the Music Player.
to enter the Music Player, as shown below:
to select the desired playback starting time.
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Playback Functions
Playing Video files
In the main menu, tap to enter the Video Player, as shown below.
In the Video player, there are several standard playback features. Tap
button to start playing and the button changes to pause button.
During playback, you can tap the button to pause and tap the button again to resume.
to stop the playback.
Tap
to back to the previous video file; tap to skip to the next video file.
Tap
to play the video file in full-screen mode; tap the screen again to return to the
Tap normal mode.
, to increase or decrease the volume of the speaker.
Tap Tap
Tap
to exit the Video Player.
to enter the video play list, as shown below.
Tap
When you open the play list, the system will look for audio files on its SD memory card and create a play list automatically. Tap the name of a video file to play it. Use the scroll bar to scroll the picture list up or down if it contains more than one screen.
to return to the Video Player.
Tap
to select the desired playback starting time.
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Voice Recorder
This unit designed with voice recording function. You can record the desired sound and play it at any moment.
In the main menu, tap
In the Voice Recorder, there are several record features: Tap Tap Tap Tap the playing.
Other records also have been stored in the unit. You can access them through the File Manager/ Flash_Storage/Voice, as shown below.
The record’s name is represented by the date and time of the record starting. You can play them in Music Player or Video Player.
to exit the Voice Recorder. to start recording. to stop recording. to play the latest voice record. The button will change to : tap to pause
to enter the Voice Recorder, as shown below:
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With the File Manager, you can manage the user files of the unit conveniently.
In the main menu, tap
In the File Manager, you are allowed to manage these user files in the following way. Double tap a folder to open it; double tap
to copy the selected file or folder.
Tap
to paste.
Tap
to delete the selected item. A dialogue box appears to ask if you confirm the
Tap delete. Tap Yes to confirm; tap No to cancel.
to rename the selected item and an input panel will appear. Use the key board to
Tap input the new name.
to exit the File Manager.
Tap
to enter the File Manager, as shown below:
File Manager
to return to the previous menu.
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Calculator and
The unit is also designed with a Calculator and an Alarm.
Alarm
Calculator
In the main menu, tap to enter the Calculator, as shown below:
In the Calculator, tap
Alarm
In the main menu, tap
In the alarm clock, you are allowed to set two alarms. Tap
to close the alarm and the button changes to ; tap it again to open the alarm. Tap AM/PM toggle button to change between AM and PM. The alarm time is composed of three parts: hour, minute and second. These three parts can be set individually . Tap one part to select it and it will change to white from black; and then use the After setting, tap
Note: When in the standby mode, the alarm function is disabled.
, buttons to adjust corresponding time.
to exit.
to enter the Alarm, as shown below:
to confirm or tap to cancel.
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When using the unit in vehicle, you can use the supplied mount accessories (mount bracket, mount cradle and dashboard mount disk) to mount the unit in the vehicle. Take the following steps to operate:
1. See Fig. 1 to slide the mount cradle onto the end of the mount bracket.
2. See Fig. 2. Set the bottom edge of the unit onto the mount cradle. Then push the
tap at the top of the mount cradle in arrow 1 direction to mount the unit to the mount cradle. To remove the unit, push the tap at the top of the mount cradle in arrow 1 opposite direction.
3. Lift the suction cup lever and then press the suction cup to the windshield. Then
press down the suction cup lever in arrow 2 direction to fix the bracket to the windshield. At the end, rotate the knob to adjust the unit to proper position.
If you want to mount the unit to the dashboard, you can use the adhesive disk:
Fig.1
1) Choose a clean, dry spot on your dashboard.
2) Peel off protection liner from the back of the disk.
3) Attach the disk to your dashboard.
4) Mount the bracket to the adhesive disk.
Use of the Mount
Accessories
1
2
Fig.2
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Troubleshooting
Take steps described in the tables below to solve simple problems before contacting customer service.
If you suspect something wrong with this unit, immediately turn the power off and disconnect the power connector from the unit. Never try to repair the unit yourself because it is dangerous to do so.
Users can’t turn on the unit.
There is no sound.
Dim screen.
The unit can’t receive satellite signals or can’t orient.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The adaptor doesn’t connect well.
The built-in rechargeable battery is weak.
The volume may be turned down or mute.
The brightness may be turned down.
The unit may be obstructed by buildings or metal block.
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Connect the adaptor correctly.
Use the adaptor to supply power or charge the battery.
Turn up the volume or turn on the sound output.
Adjust the brightness of the LCD.
Make sure to use the unit out of room; if in the vehicle, you can use the external GPS antenna to solve this problem.
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The unit can receive signals now but can’t then or signals received are not stable.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The built-in rechargeable battery is weak.
The unit may be obstructed by veil, such as heat insulationpaper.
Swing of the unit is too great.
System software of the unit fails to function by
Other possibilities:
Static or other external interference may cause the unit function abnormally. In order to recover normal status, please unplug the power supply cord and then plug it into the outlet again to reset the unit. If the problems still exist, please cut off the power supply and consult your service center or the qualified technician.
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Troubleshooting
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Use the adaptor to supply power or charge the battery.
Remove the veil.
Avoid great swing of the
Turn on the unit again.
Specifications
TFT screen size 4.0 inches
Frequency Response 20Hz~20kHz
Audio Signal-to-noise Rate ≥65dB
Audio distortion or noise ≤-20dB (1kHz)
Channel Separation 70dB (1kHz)
Dynamic Range 80dB (1kHz)
Power AC 100-240V~50/60Hz; DC 5V
Power Consumption < 8W
Dimensions 114mmX80mmX19mm (L*W*D)
Weight About 0.16kg
DESIGN AND SPECIFICATIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE
NextarTM, a trademark of Nextar (Hong Kong) Limited.
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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This product has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to 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 according to 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 is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment or devices Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance Operations are 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 Radiation Exposure Statement The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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