Uniden GPS 501 User Manual

GPS501

Operating Manual

Quick Start

Guide

Global Positioning System . Safety Warning System . Breadcrumb Tracking . Trip Computer

WARNINGS & NOTIFICATIONS

When using the GPS501 in a motor vehicle it is the user's responsibility to ensure operating the GPS501 does not detract from the safe operation of the vehicle.

For safety reasons it is not recommended that a driver change any settings while in motion. Please come to a complete stop or have a passenger make changes if necessary.

The latitude, longitude, and altitude indications on the display depend on the MAP DATUM setting in the SET UP menu.

GPS signal reception can be affected by the location of satellites, tall buildings, tunnels, bridges, etc. If the GPS501 is not receiving a signal, you will need to change your location until a signal is received.

The Global Positioning System is operated and maintained by the US Government. The US Government is completely responsible for the accuracy of the Global Positioning System.

The US Government reserves the right to make changes to the Global Positioning System in accordance with the Department of Defence civil GPS user policy and the Federal Radio navigation plan. These changes along with poor satellite geometry could cause inaccurate readings.

Do not leave the GPS501 in the car on hot sunny days. Alkaline batteries can be damaged at high heat.

The GPS501 is not designed to be waterproof.

Quick Start

Guide

The Quick Start Guide pages are designed to allow you to install and start up your GPS501 as quickly as possible, however it does not attempt to explain any of the advanced features of the GPS501 unit.

INSTALLING YOUR GPS501

Please consider the following before installing.

Always use the windshield mount provided when using the GPS501 in a motor vehicle.

Avoid any position which may obstruct the deployment of any air bags or obstruct the driver's view.

Place your GPS501 in a position where it has an unobstructed view of the sky above.

If your vehicle has a UV screen affixed to part of the windshield this may block or weaken GPS signals and affect the GPS501's ability to acquire a position. Mount the GPS501 away from the UV screen area of the windshield.

Using Cigarette Lighter Adaptor or Hardwire Lead

The GPS501 runs on positive 13.8V DC (12VDC), negative earth.

The positive wire is fused at 1 Amp.

CONNECTING YOUR GPS501

i) Find the main unit, mounting bracket and

suction cups in the main box/package.

ii) Insert and locate the three suction cups on

to the mounting bracket.

C - Clip

iii) The GPS501 fits into the C-Clip which

can be rotated or turned.

iv) Once the viewing angle is set, turn the

lock knob clockwise to secure the C-Clip position.

Always check that the GPS501 is firmly locked when you place it into the C-Clip.

v) Find the 12VDC cigarette lighter adaptor and insert the small plug into the 12VDC

power input on the side of the main unit.

vi) Insert the other end in to the cigarette lighter socket of your vehicle.

If using batteries:

i) Install 2xAA high capacity NiMH Rechargeable or Alkaline non Rechargeable

batteries into the back of the GPS501.

Lock Knob

Do not mix Rechargeable or Alkaline non Rechargeable batteries.

iii

INITIAL POWER ON

i. Turn the GPS501 on by pressing and

holding .

ii. The opening screen will display.

iii. If using batteries the battery type display will

appear. Select battery type by pressing and then press to confirm. After the GPS signal is acquired the battery type will be remembered and this screen will not display on next power on.

iv. The Trip Screen displays and the top of the

display will indicate it is searching for satellite information.

For the initial power up it may take up to 15 minutes to secure satellite information. When satellite data has been retrieved 'Searching for Satellite' will disappear and the GPS satellite icon

will show at the top of the display.

The GPS signals can be monitored in the GPS SIGNAL SCREEN. Press repeatedly until GPS SIGNAL SCREEN appears.

DC Jack with Rechargeable batteries. The GPS501 automatically turns off if there is no key pressed within 5 seconds after DC Jack is pulled out.

DISPLAY MODE

The GPS501 displays a screen from either the

Menu Mode

or .

The Display Mode is the main working mode where information is shown. There are 6 Displays in the Display Mode. Press or to cycle through these modes. Sample displays are shown.

GPS SIGNAL TRIP DATA

POSITION GO TO

Display Mode, Safety Warning Alerts

TRIP

TRACK

SAFETY WARNING ALERTS

The GPS501 has a pre-programmed memory that will alert you of any Fixed Speed Camera, Red Light Camera or Black Spot. These displays pop up and an alert tone sounds when approaching the alert location. Typical displays are shown.

RED LIGHT CAMERA

BLACK SPOT

AVERAGE SPEED CAMERA

SPEED CAMERA

SCHOOL ZONE

MENU MODE

The Menu Mode will gives access to settings

and options.

Key Guide

Press to enter the main menu. Press and then to select and confirm options. Press to return to the previous display.

End of

Quick Start

Guide

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CONTENTS

Warnings & Notifications.............................................................................................................i

Quick Start Guide.......................................................................................................................ii

Installing Your GPS501...................................................................................................ii

Connecting Your GPS501...............................................................................................iii

Initial Power On.............................................................................................................iv

Display Mode ......................................................... ....................................................... v

Safety Warning Alerts .......................................... ..........................................................vi

Menu Mode ..................................................................................................................vii

Contents.....................................................................................................................................1

Introduction...............................................................................................................................3

Features .....................................................................................................................................3

Controls and Connections..........................................................................................................4

Indicators...................................................................................................................................5

Included With Your GPS501.......................................................................................................6

DISPLAY MODES .............. .........................................................................................................7

Trip Screen.....................................................................................................................7

Trip Data Screen.............................................................................................................8

Go To Screen..................................................................................................................9

Track Screen.................................................................................................................11

Position Screen.............................................................................................................13

GPS Signal Screen .......................................................................................................14

3 Stage Safety Alerts..................................................................................................................15

Over Speed Alert.......................................................................................................................17

Fatigue Alert ............................................................................................................................17

One Touch Marked Point..........................................................................................................18

CONTENTS

MENU MODE .......................................................................................................... 19

Go To Menu ...................................................................................................20

Mark Location Menu .................................................................................... 24

Edit Location menu ..................................................... ................................ 26

Speed Menu ................................................................. ................................ 28

Set Up Menu.................................................................................................. 29

Dimmer .................................................................................................................. 31

NMEA Output .......................................................................................................... 31

PC Updates .................................................................. ........................................... 32

Maintenance ............................................................................................................34

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................34

Warranty ..................................................................................................................35

INTRODUCTION

The Uniden GPS501 is designed to provide you with years of trouble free service. It's rugged components and materials are capable of withstanding harsh environments.

We are certain that you will enjoy your GPS501. Please read this operating Manual carefully to ensure you gain the optimum performance of the unit.

FEATURES

2” Clear View White LCD Adjustable backlight and contrast

GPS Satellite signal information

Multiple GPS datum and position formats

Selectable Nautical, Metric or Statute

Time and Date

Selectable High Accuracy GPS Mode

NMEA GPS data output

Long battery life Battery operation including battery save mode

Internet update via USB port for safety warning locations

Internet Firmware update for feature upgrades

Application software to edit and update your data via PC

Customizable Safety Warning System for Australia and New Zealand

3 Stage visual warning system with voice alert

Speed Camera Warning

Red Light Camera Warning

Black Spot Warning

School Zone Warning

Over Speed Alert

Fatigue Alert

Mark and Edit your own safety locations

Individually Adjustable volumes

Individually adjustable Alert distances

Automatically adjusting Alert distances referenced to speed

GPS Position with emergency voice readout

GPS direction to more than 10,000 Australia / New Zealand cities, suburbs and Points of Interest(POI)

Customizable Trip Computer

Heading, Speed, Bearing, Time to Go, Distance to Go, Trip Time, Trip Odometer, Average Speed, Max Speed, GPS Location, Altitude.

Compass

Route tracking with Voice Assistance

Mark location with name tag and icon

One touch quick location marking

CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS

GPS501

1. - Press to shortcut to GO TO Menu

Press and hold to start or save TRACK data

2. - Press to enter MENU mode

Press and hold to set Dimmer On/Off

3. - Press to select a menu item

Press to move the cursor up for editing a Name Press to zoom out for Track Screen

4. - Press to select function in each menu

Press and hold to Mark current location

5. - Press to move the cursor right for

editing a Name Press for alphabetical skip in Name selection Press to change the display screen

6. - Press to select a menu item

Press to move the cursor down for editing a Name Press to zoom in for Track Screen

7. - Press to cancel the most recent action Press to return to previous selection in Menu Mode Press to exit from Menu Mode on top menu Press and hold to turn Power On/Off

8. - Press to move cursor left for editing a Name Press for alphabetical skip in Name selection Press to change the display screen

9. - Press to shortcut to Position Screen Press and hold to shortcut to Trip Screen

10. USB socket for PC connection

11. DC12V - DC12V (13.8V) power socket

INDICATORS

DISPLAY MODE Icons

- Tracking Icon is displayed when it is logging Track Data.

- GPS Satellite Icon is displayed when GPS signal is acquired.

- Battery Icon is displayed when the optional Batteries are inserted.

- Charge Icon is displayed during charging of the optional rechargeable Batteries.

INCLUDED WITH YOUR GPS501

GPS501 Owners Manual

Windscreen Bracket

If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your dealer immediately.

Optional Accessories

Rechargeable NiMH batteries

AC adaptor / charger

Carry case

Alkaline Batteries (non rechargeable)

Hardwire lead

Cigarette Lighter Adaptor Lead

USB cableSuction cups

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