Radio Shack DIGITRAVELER 20-1601 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL —
Please read before using this equipment.

Thank you for purchasing a RadioShack
DigiTraveler™. Your DigiTraveler receiver system
features DeLorme mapping software. Your receiver lets
you take advantage of the Global Positioning System
(GPS) to locate your position on the globe, provide
constant feedback regarding your position, trace your
travel, and monitor your speed, direction, and
elevation. Your receiver is easy to use and lets you
work with GPS in an integrated mapping environment.

Be sure to read and print the software User’s Guide
included on the DeLorme software discs.

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This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC Rules

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.

. Operation is subject to the

Product: Personal GPS Navigation System

Model: 20-1601

Responsible Party: RadioShack

100 Throckmorton
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Phone: [phone]

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15

FCC Rules

of the
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 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 r eception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interf erence
by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connect ed.

• Consult your local RadioShack store or an experience d
radio/TV technician for help.

• If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC
requires that you stop using your receiver.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
RadioShack may cause interference and void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.

. These limits are designed to provide

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1. Close all open programs.

2. Insert the Installation disc into your CD­ROM drive. Setup begins automatically.

If the Autorun feature is turned off, go to
the
command line text box, type
(if D is not the CD-ROM drive, insert the
correct drive’s letter) and then click

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the installation and restart your
computer.

Once installation is complete, follow the steps
below to use your GPS receiver with the
mapping program installed on your PC or
PDA.

VEHICLE’S DRIVER SHOULD NEVER
OPERATE THE CONTROLS OF THE
DIGITRAVELER WHILE DRIVING

let a passenger operate, establish directions
prior to driving, or use the verbal feature
alone. Familiarize yourself with the
DigiTraveler prior to initial road use.

USE CARE IN LOCATING THE
DIGITRAVELER IN YOUR VEHICLE.

• Do not block the driver’s vision.

• Do not place near an airbag.

• Do not place where, if abruptly detached,
the DigiTraveler could injure persons.

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Start

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Keep the receiver dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry
immediately. Use and store the receiver only in normal
temperature environments. Handle the receiver carefully;
do not drop it. Keep the receiver away from dust and dirt,
and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it
looking new.
If your receiver is not performing as it should, take it to
your local RadioShack store for assistance. Modifying or
tampering with the receiver’s internal components can
cause a malfunction and invalidate its warranty and void
your FCC authorization to operate it.

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1. Insert one end of the connection cable
into the receiver’s port and the other end
into an available serial port on your
laptop computer.

2. Insert the Program Data disc into your
CD drive.

3. Open the DeLorme Street Atlas USA®
2003 - RSE program.

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Green LED

Cable Port
6VDC Jack

4. Select the

5. Under

•Set

Edit Settings
Device

DigiTraveler

•Set

Port

•Set

Settings

6. Click

7. Under

.

8. Click

Done

GPS Options

options:

•

Auto Rotate Map

•

Auto Start GPS

Start GPS

tab and click

GPS

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Handheld PDA software installation requires
a desktop or laptop PC. Your receiver comes
with cable assemblies that are compatible
with handheld units featuring the Palm
Universal Connector (PUC). If your PDA
does not feature the PUC, an additional cable
assembly is required.

1. Using the proper cable assembly for
your PDA (available from RadioShack),
plug one end of the connection cable
into the receiver.

2. Connect the other end of the cable into
the PDA serial port.

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3. Open the XMap
USA® - RSE program.

4. Select the

5. Click

Settings

•Set

State:

abbreviation of your current location).

•Set

Device:

DigiTraveler

•Set

Comport:

only).

2002 RadioShack Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

©

RadioShack, RadioShack.com, and DigiTraveler are trademarks

XMap and Street Atlas USA are trademarks used by Delorme.

used by RadioShack Corporation.
Street Atlas USA 2003© 2002 and

XMap Handheld Street Atlas USA © 2002 DeLorme.

Handheld Street Atlas

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Type of Receiver ........................................... 16-channel GPS

Cold-start time to first fix
(initialize time and position)
Warm-start time to first fix

(with valid almanac) .............................. < 12 seconds at 25°C

Temperature Range:

Operational ............................................ –40°C to 70°C

Non-Operational ............................. +200° F for 4 hours

Power Consumption:

Full Operation ..................................... Less than 75mA

Standby Mode .................................... Less than 5

Weight (with batteries) .................................................... 7 oz.

Battery Life ........................ 16 hours (under normal operation)

Specifications are typical; individual units might vary.
Specifications are subject to change and improvement without
notice.

Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not
burn or bury them.

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Using Vehicle Battery Power

• You must use a power source that supplies
6V DC and delivers at least 100 mA. Its
center tip can be set to negative or positive
and its plug must fit the receiver's
jack. Using an adapter that does not meet these
specifications could damage the receiver or the
adapter.

• Always connect the DC adapter to the receiver
before you connect it to the power source. When you
finish, disconnect the adapter from the power source
before you disconnect it from the receiver.

Installing Batteries

• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and
recommended type.

• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of
batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or
rechargeable batteries of different capacities.

• If you do not plan to use the receiver with batteries for
a week or more, remove the batteries. Batteries can
leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.

This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and work­manship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack com­pany-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS
PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRES S WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICU­LAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED
WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL
HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR
ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR IN­DIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY
BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RE­SULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR
PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or lim­itation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not ap­ply to you.
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack
sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option,
unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts
and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the pur­chase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become
the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the perfor­mance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the re­mainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the
product made after the expiration of the warranty period.
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God,
abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper in­stallation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b)
any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consum­ables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance
costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.

RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102

DELORME WARNING, WARRANTIES, DISCLAIMER

Warning:

VISUAL REFERENCE USE. IT SHOULD NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE REQUIRING
EXACT MEASUREMENT OF DISTANCE OR DIRECTION, OR FOR PRECISION IN ADDRESS
LOCATION OR IN THE DEPICTION OF GEOGRAPHIC FEATURES. ROUTING DIRECTIONS
SHOULD BE USED ONLY AS A TRAVEL AID AND MUST ALWAYS BE VISUA LLY VERIFIED
BY THE USER ON THE GROUND AND EXECUTED WITH DUE REGARD TO TRAFFIC AND
ROAD CONDITIONS, ROAD SIGNS AND REGULATIONS.

Disclaimer of Warranty on Software:

of the mapping program, or that its use will meet the customer's needs, or that its use will be
uninterrupted or error-free. THE MAPPING PROGRAM IS LICENSED “AS IS” AND D ELORME
DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN ALL JURISDICTIONS WHERE THESE
WARRANTIES MAY BE DISCLAIMED IN THE LICENSING OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY.

No Consequential Damages:

OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF REVENUES
OR PROFITS, EVEN IF DELORME HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBI LITY OF SUCH
DAMAGES.

Limited Ninety-Day Warranty

THE MAPPING PROGRAM IS SUIT ABLE AND INTENDED ONLY F OR GENERAL

DeLorme does not warrant the completeness or accuracy

IN NO EVENT SHALL DELORME BE LIABLE TO CUSTOMER

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box automatically

defaults to your location.

6. Click OK.

7. Install the receiver in the provided
dashboard mounting kit ensuring the
receiver has a clear view of the sky.

8. Select the
click

Connect

tab on your PDA and

GPS

.

9. Initialize the receiver as outlined in the
Help for the DeLorme mapping program.
The receiver’s green LED lights.

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You can power your receiver from a vehicle’s
12V power source (such as cigarette-lighter
socket) using a RadioShack 6V, 100 mA DC
adapter and a size B Adaptaplug™ adapter
(neither supplied). Both are available at your
local RadioShack store or online at
www.radioshack.com.

.

1. Attach the Adaptaplug to the adapter’s
cord with the tip set to negative or
positive (– or +).

2. Insert the barrel plug into the receiver’s

jack.

6V DC

3. Plug the other end of the adapter into the
power source.

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You can power your receiver with three AAA
batteries (not supplied). For optimum
performance, we recommend RadioShack
alkaline batteries.

1. Slide the battery compartment cover
toward the top of the receiver and lift it
off.

2. Place the batteries in the compartment
as indicated by the polarity symbols
(+ and –) marked inside. All three
batteries install in the same direction.

3. Replace the cover.

Under normal operating conditions, the
batteries last approximately 16 hours. When
the receiver stops operating properly, replace
the batteries.

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Q:

My receiver is not operating properly.

Check to be sure that:

A:

• all cables are properly secured.

• all components have adequate power.

• the batteries are fresh.

• the GPS receiver has a clear view of the
sky (buildings, mountains, and heavy
foliage may block your satellite
reception).

• mapping software is running properly.

If all the above conditions have been satisfied
and the receiver is still not operating properly:

• Replace the three AAA batteries in the
receiver and try again.

• Reinstall and run the software program.
Document any messages displayed.

Q:

No GPS device is detected.

Check to be sure the green LED on the

A:

GPS illuminated when trying to acquire
GPS signals.

If the LED is not lit:

• Is the data cable securely connected

between the receiver and the PDA/
laptop?

• Do you have a good power source?

• Are the batteries fresh, or is the

adapter cable securely plugged in?

If the LED is lit:

• Move the GPS outdoors and away

from heavy foliage and obstructions.

• Weather conditions such as thu nde r,

lightning, and heavy cloud coverage
may cause temporary satellite
reception blockage.

• Check to be sure your PDA or PC

settings are correct.

Q:

How do I get maps on my PDA?

Use the Microsoft ActiveSync or HotSync

A:

program from your PC to link the PDA and
the PC.

1. Select a map from the DeLorme XMap ®
Handheld Street Atlas USA ® - RSE
software on your PC.

2. Select the

Handheld Export

tab.

3. Click the tool and select the desired
grids on the map.

4. Name the map, and click

5. Select the

Type:

6. Click

Device Type:

.

Prepare for Sync

, click

Exchange

and

Object

Finish

.

, and

sync the PDA and the PC.

7. Open the DeLorme software on the
PDA.

Q:

How do I display a map on my PDA?

Open the DeLorme software on the PDA.

A:

1. Select the

2. Click

Maps

Data

.

tab.

3. Highlight the desired map.

4. Click

to view the map.

Go To

For answers to additional software-related
questions, see the online help file or

readme.txt

visit www.delorme.com/rs

file included with your software, or

.

RadioShack Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102

20-1601/1602

09/02

Printed in USA