Nextar V4-TV Hardware Instruction Manual

1
Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing your Nextar GPS Navigator. Your mobile navigation system assures that your days of getting lost are over! Finding an address or any of millions of different points of interest such as the nearest gas station or restaurant is a snap anywhere. Just enter information using the touch screen and let the voice prompt and detailed map guide you to your destination.
Important Safety Information
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.
2
Important Safety Information
Read and keep these instructions
Failure to heed the following warnings could result in an accident or collision resulting in serious injury or death
 When installing the unit in a vehicle, place the unit so that
it does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road or interfere with vehicle operating controls.
 This GPS 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.
 Always operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Do not
become distracted by the unit while driving. The directions provided by the navigation unit are not guaranteed to be accurate in every situation. Before following suggestions from the unit, use your best judgment regarding the safety and legality of any action you take with your vehicle.
 Use this GPS 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.
 Do not access the GPS functions while driving. Pull over
in a safe and legal manner before changing settings, entering destinations, or to access any other operational functions.
3
Important Safety Information
 Never store your GPS in temperatures less than -5°F or
greater than 120°F.
 This unit contains a non-user-replaceable lithium-ion
battery. Do not dispose of your GPS by fire or with hazardous or flammable materials. Contact your local waste disposal department for information regarding proper disposal of lithium-ion batteries.
 When in a car, do not mount your GPS on or near an air
bag. If the air bag is deployed, you may be seriously injured.
 Only use a power cord provided by NEXTAR.
Use of products provided by other suppliers may void the warranty.
 Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove cover or back. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
 Do not use harsh chemicals (such as alcohol, benzene,
thinners, etc.) or detergents to clean your GPS. This could damage the unit or cause a fire.
 Do not drop, strike, or shake your GPS severely. It may
harm the internal electronics of the unit.
 Warning: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
damage, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Do not use your GPS in high explosive areas as the unit may generate sparks.
4
Important Safety Information
 Do not damage the power cord by bending, twisting,
pulling, or heating. Do not use the plug if it is loose as it may cause a fire or electric shock. Do not place any heavy items on the power cord. Do not allow the power cord to be crimped as it may cause electric shock or fire.
 Do not handle the GPS with wet hands while it is being
charged. It may cause an electric shock or seriously damage your GPS.
 Spilled beverages are a common problem in moving
vehicles. Do not locate liquid containers, or items that can accumulate condensation such as cold beverages, in a position where liquid can spill or drip on the GPS device.
 Only use attachments / accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
 Unplug the unit from the DC car adaptor when not in use.  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
 Caution: Dashboard temperatures can reach 180°F in a
closed vehicle! To prevent the GPS from being damaged by excess heat, always remove your GPS unit from the
dash area when the car is parked.
5
Important Safety Information
Important: Some states have restrictions on locating your GPS unit on the windshield. Included with your Nextar unit is an adhesive backed Dashboard Mount Disk that can be used if attaching the mounting bracket to the windshield is inconvenient or not allowed. See Page 17 for details.
6
FCC & UL Compliance
FCC COMPLIANCE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
 This device may not cause harmful interference.
 This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 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.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
7
FCC & UL Compliance
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
CAUTION:
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.
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.
8
Table of Contents
Introduction
Important Safety Information ....................................1
FCC & UL Compliance .............................................6
Getting Familiar With Your Hardware
Main Unit..................................................................9
Accessories.............................................................11
Power Adaptor.........................................................12
System Connections ...............................................15
Using the Mounting Bracket ....................................17
Using Your Navigator
General Setup.........................................................19
TV Function.............................................................26
Playing Music..........................................................33
Photo Viewer...........................................................36
Service & Support
Troubleshooting.......................................................40
Specifications ..........................................................43
Copyright.................................................................44
9
Main Unit
1. Build-in TV Antenna
Extend the antenna to receive the TV signal.
2. TV Antenna Jack
Connect the external TV antenna. Note: This unit comes without extra external TV antenna.
Please purchase external antenna separately.
3. POWER Button
Press and hold for 2 seconds to enter or exit standby mode.
4. Micro SD Card Slot
Insert the Micro SD card into the slot. Used for user’s music or photo SD card
5. USB Port
Connect to the Power Adaptor to charge the unit.
10
Main Unit
6. Reset Button Press to reset the system.
7. LCD Screen
Tap the screen with a finger to select commands.
8. Speaker
9. Stand
11
Accessories
The Following Items Are Included With Your GPS Unit
Instruction Manual
Quick-Start Guide
Warranty Card
AC Adaptor
Car Adaptor
Windshield Mounting
Bracket
Magnetic Cradle
Dashboard Mount Disk
USB Cable
Carry Pouch
12
Power Adaptor
Using the AC Adaptor
The unit is supplied with an AC adaptor for powering it and charging its battery.
Connect AC adaptor to the right side of the unit in the USB port, as shown below. Plug the two-prong end of the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
Note:
 Turn unit's power off before unplugging.
 When connected with adaptor, the LCD screen will be brighter
than when it's not charging.
13
Power Adaptor
Using the Power Adaptor
The GPS unit is supplied with a Car Adaptor for charging the internal battery and for powering the unit 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 below.
Attention
 Set up your destination and other settings before moving out
into traffic. Do not access the controls of the GPS unit while driving.
 Mount the unit so that it does not obstruct your view of the road.
14
Power Adaptor
About Rechargeable Battery
Your portable GPS device comes with a built-in rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery. Charge the battery fully before initial use. Charging time is normally about 3.5 hours. A fully charged battery delivers about 1.5 hours of use. It is recommended to use the Car Adaptor while in the vehicle.
Working conditions and precautions for the rechargeable battery
 Battery should only be used and charged when temperatures
are between 32-100F.
 Maintain well-ventilated conditions around the product to avoid
overheating. Do not put the product on a blanket, clothing or anything that may block ventilation to the product.
 When the battery is weak, an indication symbol will appear on
the LCD screen and the unit will power off automatically after a few minutes.
15
System Connections
Inserting Micro SD Card
The unit is designed with a micro SD Card slot which allows you to insert a micro 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. You can now remove the card. To re-insert the card, press the card in the slot until it clicks. The card should not protrude from the slot when it is installed correctly.
Allowable SD Card Capacity: 32MB ~ 4GB.
NOTE: Micro SD Card Is Not Included.
16
System Connections
USB Mode
When you connect the GPS device to a computer with a USB cable, the screen will display as below:
You can connect to computer for data accessing.
Tap in the top right corner to disconnect from the computer and go back to the last screen before connecting to computer.
17
Using The Mounting Bracket
When using the unit in vehicle, you can use the supplied mount accessories (windshield mounting bracket, magnetic cradle and dashboard mount disk) to mount the unit in the vehicle. Take the following steps to operate:
1. Slide the magnetic cradle onto the end of the windshield mounting bracket.
2. Position the GPS unit onto the cradle, by setting the bottom edge of the unit onto the magnetic cradle and the unit will be secured onto the cradle firmly by the magnet.
3. Clean the area where you wish to position the bracket thoroughly with a good quality glass cleaner. This allows a more secure seal on the windscreen. Place the suction cup and bracket on the windscreen and press down the locking lever to secure the bracket.
18
Using The Mounting Bracket
To mount to dashboard, use the included adhesive disk. Choose a clean, dry spot on your dashboard, peel off protection liner from the back of the disk, and then attach the disk to your dashboard.
4. Rotate the bracket adjuster to adjust the angle of the bracket so that you can view the GPS unit display and operate the controls safely.
Warning:
When you mount the device in your vehicle, ensure it has a clear line of sight to the sky.
The device must not be mounted so that it impairs the driver’s view of the road. Please take extra precaution to ensure the airbags are not obstructed by the device.
19
General Setup
System Main Menu
In the main menu, there are five items for selecting. Touch the corresponding item to enter.
Tap to enter the Navigator.
Tap to enter TV Mode.
Tap to enter the MP3 Player.
Tap to enter the Photo Viewer.
Tap to enter the Setup menu.
20
General Setup
Setup Menu
In the main menu, tap to enter the Setup menu, the screen will display as below:
In the Setup menu, tap to return to the main menu.
Language
Tap in the Setup menu to enter Language setting menu for language selection, as shown below:
21
General Setup
Tap the , buttons to select language. Then tap to confirm or tap to cancel.
Date & Time
Tap in the Setup menu to enter Date & Time setting menu for changing to the current time zone, date and time, as shown below:
Tap the buttons to select the proper Time Zone. Tap the buttons of Date group to change the corresponding
date. Tap the buttons of Time group to change the corresponding
time. Then tap to confirm or tap to cancel.
22
General Setup
Brightness
Tap in the Setup menu to enter Brightness setting menu for backlight adjustment, as shown below:
Tap , to darken or increase the brightness of the display.
After setting, tap to confirm or tap to cancel.
23
General Setup
Volume
Tap in the Setup menu to enter Volume settings menu for volume adjustment, as shown below:
Tap the to decrease the volume.
Tap the to increase the volume. Then tap to confirm or tap to cancel.
24
General Setup
Align Screen
Tap in the Setup menu to align the screen, as shown below.
Tap the center of the cross with your finger. When the cross moves to another position, tap and hold the center of the new target. Repeat each time to complete the calibration process. When tapping the screen on the final step, the new settings will be stored and you are returned to the Display menu.
25
General Setup
Power
Tap in the Setup menu to enter Power menu, as shown below:
The Power menu displays the unit’s battery status. The values are between 0% and 100%, where 0% means the battery power has run out completely, and 100% represents a full battery power. When the battery is being charged, the Battery Status will indicate “Charging”.
26
Introduction of the TV Function
TV Main Menu
In the System Main Menu, tap , the TV Main Menu appears. Buttons on the Screen:
(Home): Return to the System Main Menu.
(Setting): Enter the TV Setting menu.
(Channel): Enter the channel list. (Volume): Enter the Volume Setting menu. (Next): Enter the next channel.
(Pre): Enter the previous channel.
TV Setting Menu
In the TV Main Menu, tap , the TV Setting Menu appears.
Buttons on the Screen:
(Auto Scan): Start scanning channels. (Picture Setting): Set the picture parameters. (System Setting): Set the system parameters. (Reset): Reset the TV system.
(Return): Return to the TV Main Menu.
27
Settings of the TV Function
Picture Setting
Tap in the TV Setting Menu to enter Picture Setting menu for changing the brightness, contrast and color, as shown below:
Tap the buttons to change the value for brightness, contrast and color.
Then tap to confirm or tap to cancel.
Loading...
+ 65 hidden pages