Plenio VXA-5000, VXA-4300 Owner's Manual

(4.1 Version)

Thank you for purchasing our product.

This user manual is designed to support convenient usage of the navigation system and safe driving. Please read the entire manual carefully before using the product.

The contents of this manual may vary depending on the navigation software version. The user interface, functions and performance of the device and the contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice.

Please follow all safety guidelines listed in this manual for your safety.

Please comply with the following important instructions to ensure safe driving.

Warning

Do not set or search for a destination while you are driving. Park your car at a safe place before inputting addresses or searching for a destination.

Warning

Voice guidance and map route can be different from actual road conditions. Always be sure to comply with actual road signs/signals and local traffic regulations for safe driving.

It is very dangerous to operate the device, or to look at the screen while you are driving. Always be fully aware of the surrounding traffic conditions and nearby pedestrians when you are in your car.

CHOOSING AND FINDING LOCATIONS .............................

NAVIGATING .....................................................................

PLANNING A ROUTE ..........................................................

SETTINGS ............................................................................

EXTRA SERVICES..................................................

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS .......................................

MULTIMEDIA MODE...............................................

MULTIMEDIA MODE OVERVIEW ..........................................

AUDIO PLAYER ....................................................................

VIDEO PLAYER ....................................................................

IMAGE VIEWER ...................................................................

GAME MODE ......................................................................

MOBILE PHONE MODE .......................................................

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION..................................

SYSTEM SETTINGS OVERVIEW ............................................

CUSTOMIZING USER PREFERENCES .....................................

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND USER SUPPORT......

USING YOUR VXA-5000/4300 SAFELY ...............................

CLEANING THE VXA-5000/4300 ........................................

TROUBLESHOOTING THE VXA-5000/4300 ..........................

FAQS ..................................................................................

CUSTOMER SUPPORT ..........................................................

SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS...................................

HARDWARE FEATURES ..........................................

GPS SPECIFICATIONS .............................................

SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS .................................

DESIGN AND ERGONOMICS .................................

ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS .......................

REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................

Table of Contents

ABOUT NAVIGATION SYSTEM...................

DIRECTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT ....................

COMPONENTS .......................................................

VXA-5000/4300 FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS ...................

FIRST THINGS FIRST..........................

SYSTEM TOUR .........................................................

PERIPHERALS TOUR ..................................................

VXA-5000/4300 SETUP ...........................................

VXA-5000/4300 FUNDAMENTALS..............

HARDWARE INTERFACE ...............................

COMMAND INTERFACE ..........................................

NAVIGATION MODE ..............................................

STARTING THE NAVIGATION APPLICATION ...........

TYPOGRAPHIC CONVENTIONS.................

ICONS............................................................

INTRODUCTION...........................................

KEY FEATURES ........................................................

GETTING STARTED.....................................

CHOOSING A LANGUAGE .....................................

SETTING THE TIME ZONE ........................................

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................

GPS CONNECTION .................................................

MAIN ELEMENTS.........................................

MAIN MENU ...........................................................

MAP ........................................................................

NAVIGATION SCREEN ............................................

MAIN FEATURES.........................................

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Directions before using this product

Please read through this section for important safety tips before using this product.

Usage directions

Warning

Refrain from operating the device while the car is in motion. Please park the car at a safe location before operating the device to minimize the danger of a traffic accident.

Voice guidance and map routes can be different from actual road conditions. Always be sure to comply with actual road signs/signals and local traffic regulation for safe driving.

Warning

Please do not modify the car in any way to install this device. Doing so may negatively affect the safety devices on your vehicle.

Warning

The manufacturer will not be liable for any accident or damages arising out of the use of this product. The user will bear sole responsibility.

Warning

The suction cup mount may become dislodged from the windshield due to vibration, sudden temperature changes, or unexpected shock, resulting in damage to the device or your car. Please mount the device in a secure location (refer to the installation section for more details).

Caution

Do not keep this product powered for a long time after stopping the engine. This can cause the vehicle battery to drain.

About Navigation System

Directions before using this product

Installation directions

Caution

Only use the cables provided with the device. Always make sure that the device power is off before connecting any external cables. Connecting external cables with the device powered may cause damage to the device.

Caution

Never attemp to disassemble the device yourself. Avoid applying shock to the device.

Caution

Operate the touch screen with a round object or your fingertip. Using a sharp hard object may damage the display.

Caution

When cleaning the screen, turn off the power and use a soft clean dry cloth. Never use water or chemical substance like detergent or solvent.

Caution

Please do not remove the SD card while data is being accessed from it. It will cause the device to become unstable and freeze. This includes anytime the device is in the Audio player, the Video player, the Image Viewer, or the navigation application. If the device freezes, turn off the system and reboot.

Warning

Please follow the instructions in the Installing Product section for connecting all wires and cables to avoid malfunction.

Warning

Do not install the product in a location where driving can be impaired or where the driver’s view of the road is blocked.

Warning

Install the product in a position that does not interfere with the operation of vehicle safety devices such as air bags.

About Navigation System

Directions before using this product

Caution

Use only the cables provided with the product to ensure stable system operation.

Caution

This product must be used with 5V power only.

Caution

Please power down the device before connecting any audio / video cables, otherwise the product can be damaged.

Caution

Do not install the product in a place with water, humidity, vapor, dust, oil, or smoke.

Caution

For the first time the device is taken out of the box, and any time the device hasn’t been used for a long time, or after a cross country flight, it may take 5~10 minutes to obtain GPS position.

Caution

Do not put any objects that may interfere with the GPS signal reception near the device. Most problematic are any metallic objects that are located near the GPS antenna.

Caution

Do not install other electronic devices that generate heavy electromagnetic waves (such as radio transmitters) near the GPS antenna.

Caution

GPS reception can be blocked if the car windshield is specially tinted.

About Navigation System

Directions before using this product

Components

Navigation System unit

Installation DiscStylus Pen

Cradle

Dashboard disc

Cigar Jack

Quick Start GuideAC Adapter

About Navigation System

Components

ž Specifications and design and contents are subject to change without notice.

Suction Cup Mount

Quick Start Guide

Owner’s Guide Disc

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VXA-5000/4300 feature highlights

Powerful system

• Microsoft Windows CE .NET 4.2 operating system

• Samsung S3C2410 266 MHz application processor

• SiRF Star III GPS

• High-density rechargeable 2200 mAh Lithium Ion battery

Wide and accurate GPS coverage

• TeleAtlas digital map database

• Integrated patch antenna for optimum satellite pick up at every angle

Mobile design

• Compact and lightweight body makes it easy for users to carry it anywhere while driving or hiking

• Car mount kit for multi-vehicle usage (windshield or dashboard mounting)

• On-the-road recharging options via the car charger

Ergonomic features

• 4.3-inch 200-nit QVGA TMR LCD touch-sensitive screen

• Accessible control hot keys with backlight illumination

• Simple, easy-to-use user interface with large icons and command buttons

• Multi-language support for user interface

• Advanced power-saving options

Entertainment programs

• Audio player for musical entertainment

• Video player for moving pictures

• Image viewer for digital pictures

• Enjoyable game

Serviceable program

• Mobile phone mode using Bluetooth (valid in VXA-5000 only)

About Navigation System

VXA-5000/4300 feature highlights

This chapter describes the hardware interface of the VXA-5000/4300 and its peripherals. Instructions for setting up the device and some basic system operations are also discussed.

System tour

This section describes operation of the device hardware interface.

Rear and front panels

First things first

No.

3 4

Component

Power status LED indicator

Touch screen

Main Menu hot key Volume up hot key

Description

Indicates the battery power status.

• Green — The device is running on battery power and battery charged.

• Orange — Battery charging

Displays the applications, data, and map images available on your device. It is touch-sensitive and responds to finger taps. Displays the Main Menu panel; also called the Home panel. Press to increase volume.

System tour

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Right and left panels

No.

5 6 7 8 9 10

Component

Volume down hot key Navigation hot key Microphone Speaker Stylus pen Cradle interface

Description

Press to decrease volume. Displays the Navigation panel. Receives user’s sounds (valid in VXA-5000 only). Emits system sounds. Stylus pen for touch screen. Connection pins for cradle.

First things first

System tour

No.

13 14

Component

Power connector

SD slot

TMC Earphone jack

Description

Connects the device to an AC power outlet. (This connect must be used with 5V power only) Accepts SD storage cards. (All application data are read from SD card, including map.) Reserved for future use. Connects to audio line-out devices (earphones/headphones).

Top and bottom views

No.

16 17

Component

Power button/ backlight control

USB slave port Reset

Description

As a power button:

• If the device is off, press the button to turn it on. The power LED indicator on the front panel lights up green.

• If the device is on, press the button to turn it off. The power LED indicator also turns off.

As a backlight control:

• Press and hold to activate or deactivate the screen backlight.

Not in use. (Only used at service center for repairs) Press to perform a soft reset if the device freezes (i.e., device no longer responds to the buttons on the screen).

First things first

System tour

Read and front cradles - Cradle only use in the car.

First things first

System tour

No.

18 19 20

Component

System interface External antenna Power connector

Description

Interface for system unit connection. Interface for an external GPS aerial interface. (Is not use) Connects to an AC adaptor.(This connector must be used with 5V power only)

Peripherals tour/VXA-5000/4300 setup

Peripherals tour

This section describes the peripherals bundled with the VXA-5000/4300.

Car charger

VXA-5000/4300 setup

Using the new VXA-5000/4300 is a snap. Unpack, mount, turn on, and it’s ready to go. Perform the following easy installation tasks to start using the device straight out of the box:

1. Unpack the device.

2. Set up the device on a vehicle.

3. Insert provided SD card. Turn on and configure the device.

Setup the VXA-5000/4300 on a vehicle

The VXA-5000/4300 comes with a car mount kit and a car charger which you can set up the device on a vehicle. Choose a location for the car mount kit on the windshield using the suction cup, or on the dashboard using the selfadhesive disc plate (adhesive to dashboard and smooth surface to suction cup).

First things first

Some countries prohibit mounting of any electronic device on the vehicle dashboard. Be sure to check your local laws for acceptable mounting areas before installing the car mount bracket.

Some newer vehicle models may have a heat reflective shield embedded in the windshield. This may in some cases obstruct the GPS signal reception. If you encounter this problem in your vehicle, you need to purchase an external GPS antenna.

Car mount installation reminders

Install the car mount on the surface of a vehicle:

• That is smooth, flat and free of dirt and oil

• Where the driver can easily view/reach it without taking his/her eyes off the road

• Where the device will not obscure vehicle operation nor restrict driver's view of the road

• Far from the air bag deployment area

To set up the device on a vehicle:

This section shows how to install the car mount kit in a vehicle’s windshield using the suction cup. For dashboard installation procedure using the self-adhesive power disc connector, refer to the VXA-5000/4300 Portable Navigator Starter Guide.

1. Clean the mounting surface with a glass cleaner and a clean cotton cloth.

2. If the ambient temperature is below +15°C (60°F) warm the mounting area and the suction cup (e.g. with a hair dryer) to ensure a strong suction bond.

3. Install the car mount on the selected area. a. Mount the suction cup to the selected area with the locking lever away from the mounting surface. b. Flip the locking lever towards mounting surface to create a vacuum between the suction cup and the mounting surface.

First things first

VXA-5000/4300 setup

c. Make sure that the suction bond is strong enough before proceeding to the next step. d. Insert the pegs into holes in back of cradle and then move the cradle downwards while holding mounting arm

firmly until both parts are locked in place.

4. Dock the device on the cradle.

Adjust the car mount

for the best viewing angle.

6. After setting up the device on the car mount, connect the car charger.

If the car engine is turned off, you may need to switch the vehicle ignition back into the Accessories position. Consult your vehicle owner’s manual.

7. Connect the car charger to the power connector on the cradle.

8. Plug the other end of the car charger to your vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

9. The power LED indicator lights up orange during charging. The hot keys backlight is also lit up.

The device comes with the battery pre-charged to at least 30% capacity. You can start using it once it is mounted in your vehicle and connected to the cigarette lighter. However, for maximum usage time you need to charge your device to full capacity. Go to the “

Recharging the device

” section for instructions.

First things first

VXA-5000/4300 setup

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Start up the VXA-5000/4300

After mounting the VXA-5000/4300 on a vehicle it is ready to be used.

Power Up

Turn on the device by pressing the

POWER

button on the top right panel of the device. The Main Menu panel

displays. This is also referred to as the Home panel.

Calibrate touch screen:

Before using the device, calibrate the touch screen. Touch screen calibration option is under SYS INFO. as Calibration. To calibrate touch screen, follow the instruction displayed after selecting “

Calibration

”. For detailed procedure, see

“

System Maintenance and User Support section

”.

After screen calibration, proceed to system settings configuration

First things first

VXA-5000

VXA-4300

VXA-5000/4300 setup

To configure system settings:

We recommend configuring the language and date/time settings first. The rest of the user preferences can be set up later.

1. Tap On the

Main Menu

panel.

2. To set the system language settings, tap (LANGUAGE).

Tap / next to the

Text

and

Voice

boxes until the language ice is displayed.

Tap to apply language setting.

Main menu language setting only applies to main menu display. Navigation mode language setting only applies to navigation mode.

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VXA-5000/4300 setup

3. To set the system date and time, tap (DATE TIME).

4. Tap .

Tap / next to the

Year, Month

and

Day

boxes to set the date.

Tap to apply date setting.

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VXA-5000/4300 setup

5. Tap .

Tap / next to the

Hour

and

Minute

boxes to set the time.

Tap to apply time setting.

6. Tap .

Check this box to enable automatic day/night backlight settings

Tap / next to the

Day Start

and

Day End

boxes to set the day/night time.

Tap to apply day/night settings. For more information on the rest of the system configuration options, go to “

System configuration

”.

Congratulations! Your new VXA-5000/4300 is now ready for use. Proceed to “

VXA-5000/4300 fundamentals

” for

more information on the device’s user interface.

First things first

VXA-5000/4300 setup

This chapter describes basic hardware procedures for VXA-5000/4300. Information on the device’s command interface is also discussed.

Hardware interface

Using the touch screen backlight

Under some lighting conditions, viewing the information on the device maybe difficult. If this is the case use the backlight to illuminate the touch screen.

To activate the touch screen backlight:

• Press and hold the

POWER

button until the backlight turns on.

To turn off the touch screen backlight:

• Press and hold the

POWER

button until the backlight turns off.

Using the SD slot

VXA-5000/4300 has an SD slot compatible with a range of SD storage card that you can use to back up or transfer files and data.

To insert a storage card:

• Hold the device securely, and then push the card into the slot until you hear an audible system sound; this will signal that the card is properly seated within the slot. The card is secure when it is not protruding from the slot. If the located on the top side of the menu panel appears highlighted , the system has successfully detected the SD card memory.

VXA-5000/4300 fundamentals

Hardware interface

To remove a storage card:

1. Hold the device securely, and then push against the top of the card, as if you were pushing it further into the slot, letting the card spring out. An audible system sound will signal that the card has been released.

2. Gently remove the card from the slot.

Recharging the VXA-5000/4300

VXA-5000/4300 uses a high-density rechargeable 2200 mAh Lithium Ion battery. The status icon located on the top right corner of the Main Menu panel indicates the level of the device’s battery power.

• - Battery full charged

• - Battery charging

• - Battery level low

• - Battery level very low, recharging required

• - Battery power depleted, device will automatically turn off; recharging required

If the battery level becomes low in the course of normal use, recharge the device. If possible, please use the AC adapter to recharge the VXA-5000/4300. However, this may be difficult when there’s no available AC power outlet. If battery is drained while on the road, you can still recharge the device by using the car charger cable. Recharging time from empty to full capacity is about six (6) hours in all cases.

If the battery level reaches very low status, the device will automatically turn off. At this stage, you have about 12 hours to recharge your device or you risk losing all data in the device's internal memory. In the case when all data is lost, the next power up will prompt you to restore the data.

VXA-5000/4300 fundamentals

Hardware interface

To recharge the device using the AC adapter:

1. Plug the AC adapter into any AC current outlet.

2. Connect the AC adapter cord to the power connector on the left panel of the device. The power LED indicator lights up orange during charging. The backlight for hot keys also lights up.

3. Once charging is complete, as indicated by green light on power LED, disconnect the AC adapter cord from the device.

To recharge the device using the car charger:

Use the car charger to recharge the device while it is mounted in the vehicle. Perform step 7 of the “

To set up the

device on your vehicle

” section for instructions.

VXA-5000/4300 fundamentals

Hardware interface

Command interface

Using the hot keys

The hot keys on the VXA-5000/4300 allow users to:

•

HOME

: Launch the Main Menu panel

• Ƈ /Ɖ : Control the volume level of system sounds

•

NAVI

: Launch the Navigation panel

All four hot keys light up when pressed, for easier operation under low light conditions.

Using the VXA-5000/4300 touch screen

The VXA-5000/4300 touch sensitive screen allows convenience of entering information into the device by using fingers instead of a stylus; no more wasted time searching for a lost stylus or fumbling with an awkwardly shaped one! In this Guide, the tap and hold-and-drag actions are done by:

•

Tap

- Touch the screen once with your finger to open items and select options.

•

Hold and drag

- Tap a slider icon and drag it across the screen. In IMAGE VIEWER mode, hold and drag the

image to pan it in different directions.

•

Return

- Tap to apply any change in settings and/or revert to the previous screen.

Using the Main menu panel

When the device turned on for the first time each day, you’ll see the Main Menu panel, also called the Home panel.

From any other screen, you can revert to it by pressing the Main Menu hot key

HOME

VXA-5000/4300 fundamentals

Command interface

The panel’s title bar displays the panel name, the current time, the SD memory card detection icon, and the battery power status icon. Go to the “

Recharging the device

” section for more information on the battery power status icon.

There are seven program icons on the Main Menu panel.

• - Tap to display the Navigation panel. Refer to the Gate 5 User’s Guide for more information on how to use the device in navigation mode.

• - Tap to launch AUDIO PLAYER for music mode operation. Go to “

Multimedia mode

” for more information.

• - Tap to launch VIDEO PLAYER for moving picture mode operation. Go to “

Multimedia mode

” for more information.

• - Tap to launch IMAGE VIEWER for picture mode operation. Go to “

Multimedia mode

” for more information.

• - Tap to launch Cuty Cuty game. Go to “

Game mode

” for more information.

• - Tap to launch MOBILE for mobile phone mode operation. Go to “

Mobile Phone mode

” for more

information. (this is valid in VXA-5000 only)

• - Tap to open the System panel to configure the device’s user preferences. Go to “

System configuration

” for

more information.

VXA-5000/4300 fundamentals

Command interface

VXA-5000

VXA-4300

Navigation mode

Starting Navigation application

• The SD card must be inserted into the unit to launch the Navigation application. Please make sure that the SD

card is not write protected (the slide knob on the left side of the SD card must be in the up/unlock position). The SD card is inserted into the device with the gold contacts facing you. Push the SD card all the way into the slot until you feel a click. When properly inserted, the SD card should be flush with the opening of the slot.

• Switch on the unit, and tap in the Main Menu.

• When the navigation application is launched for the first time and if more than one language is loaded on your

SD card, you will be prompted to choose your language. (Multiple languages files are available on the provided DVD or CD)

• Before the application loads, an important safety warning disclaimer will be displayed. Please read carefully. You

can choose to hide this screen for subsequent start ups by checking the “

Hide at startup

” box before proceeding.

When the device is powered on for the first time, the GPS receiver needs to find strong signals to download the necessary data before a position solution can be calculated. Please have your car parked in a location with a clear view of the sky for this initial data download. Depending on conditions, this may take up to 5 minutes before a GPS position is captured. After this initial procedure, subsequent start ups should provide position in less than 1 minute. However, if you have not used the unit for more than a few days, or if you are far away from where you last powered down the unit, it may take up to 5 minutes again to receive the necessary data again.

Refer to the Gate 5 User’s Guide for more information on how to use the device in navigation mode.

VXA-5000/4300 fundamentals

Navigation mode

This chapter describes the entertainment programs bundled with your VXA-5000/4300.

If the battery level reaches very low status, the device will automatically turn off. In this case, you have about

12 hours to recharge your device after which you risk losing all data on the device's internal memory. In

case all data is lost, the next time you power on the device you will be prompted to restore the data.

Starting the Navigation application

• The SD card must be inserted into the unit to launch the Navigation application. Please makesure that the SD card

is not write protected (the slide knob on the left side of the SD card mustbe in the up position). The SD card is inserted into the device with the gold contacts facing you. Push the SD card all the way into the slot untill you feel a click. When properly inserted, the SD card should be flush with the opening of the slot.

• Switch on the unit, and tap on the NAVIGATION icon in the main menu.

• When the navigation application is launched for the first time, if more than one language is loaded on your SD

card, you will be prompted to choose your language. (Multiple languages files are available on the provided DVD)

• Before the application loads, an important safety warning disclaimer will be displayed. Please read carefully. You

can choose to hide this screen for subsequent start ups by checking the “Hide at startup” box before proceeding.

When the device is powered on for the first time, the GPS receiver needs to find strong signals to download the necessary data before a position solution can be calculated. Please have your car parked in a location with a clear view of the sky for this initial data download. Depending on conditions, this may take up to 5 minutes before a GPS position is captured. After this initial procedure, subsequent start ups should provide position solution in less than 1 minute. However, if you have not used the unit for more than a few days, or if you are far away from where you last powered down the unit, it may take up to 5 minutes again to receive the necessary data again.

VXA-5000/4300 fundamentals

Starting the Navigation application

Bold

Items you must select, such as menu options, command buttons or items in a list.

• Bullet

Step-by-step procedures. You can follow these instructions to complete a specific task.

Comment

Especially important or noteworthy information.

Monospace Information that you must type, or information like folders and filenames.

CAPITALS Names of keys on the keyboard. For example, SHIFT, CTRL or ALT.

Typographic Conventions

The following icons are used throughout the application:

Icons

Icon Name

Menu icon

Back icon

Navigation icon

GPS icon

Search icon

Confirmation icon

Cancel icon

Function

Open a menu containing various options.

Go back to the previous screen.

Start navigation.

Availability/strength of GPS signal.

Open a search screen.

Apply settings. Select/deselect all.

Cancel route calculation.

You have chosen a cutting-edge navigation system. Congratulations! Please enjoy using it. This navigation system leads you straight to your destination, whether you are traveling by car or on foot. You can navigate and plan your route with an easy-to-use and intuitive interface, just by using your finger. You can also use this application to plan your trip to suit your personal preferences and interests and to save interesting destinations before you set off on your journey. This manual leads you through the main features of the system.

Key Features

• Real pedestrian mode

• Trip planning

• Look-ahead search function

• Map Browsing

• Unique night mode

• Improved guidance engine

Key Features

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