Magellan® RoadMate™ Reference Manual Instructions for Operating the Magellan RoadMate 800
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS The Magellan RoadMate 800 is a vehicle-navigation aid designed to assist you in arriving at your selected destinations. When using the Magellan RoadMate, these safety rules must be followed to prevent accidents that can result in injury or death to yourself or others: • • • • • • • • When driving, the need to view the display is minimal. Voice prompts will guide you to your destination. The driver should enter data or program the unit only when the vehicle is stopped.
1Selecting Destinations • • Do not use the adapter if the cord becomes damaged. Do not attempt to service the unit. There are no serviceable parts inside. Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture. About the Battery • • • • • • • Use the charger approved for / provided with your Magellan RoadMate 800. Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of the battery in fire. The battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals.
1Selecting Destinations © 2005 Thales Navigation, Inc. All rights reserved. The Magellan Logo, Magellan, Magellan RoadMate, Turn it on and go, TrueView, QuickSpell, SmartDetour, TrueFix, and SmartVolume are trademarks of Thales. No part of this user manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose other than the purchaser’s personal use, without the prior written permission of Thales.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Contact Information ....................................................................................................................................................................... v Technical Support .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. v Warranty Service ............................................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS Rotate Image ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22 Next Image (right arrow) .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 22 ESC ...............................................
TABLE OF CONTENTS Search By City............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44 Search by Zip Code ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44 Search By State ...............................
TABLE OF CONTENTS Set GPS Position ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 79 Simulator Mode............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 80 Map Regions......................................
Contact Information If you need support for your Magellan RoadMate and you wish to contact Thales, please use the following information to direct your questions/comments to the proper person. 1.1 Technical Support If you need technical assistance or “how-to” help, or if you have a technical question about the functionality of your Magellan product, please contact us on the Internet at www.magellangps.com or reach us by fax or by phone.
Chapter 1: Information 1.1 About Satellite Navigation Global satellite navigation is an exciting technology, providing enhanced productivity and accuracy in a vast number of industries. It adds a new level of enjoyment and safety to a wide range of navigation, sports, and recreational activities.
Chapter 1: Information 1.3 A Word on the Safe Usage of GPS Maps Just like paper maps, maps on GPS devices vary greatly in terms of information included and visual presentation. Whether topographical maps, roadmaps or marine charts, each map and the data it presents is designed for a specific purpose. For example, marine charts will often present only a minimal representation of roadways and are not a substitute for street maps.
Chapter 1: Information 1.6 GPS Maps and Your Safety Remember, your GPS device is an aid to navigation. It must be used with common sense, and it is important that users interpret GPS map data with a critical eye. Landscapes and roads change or may be impassable, trees and tall buildings can obscure GPS signals, and your GPS device may not always reflect the complete picture.
Chapter 2: Magellan RoadMate 2.1 Front View 1 Suspend Button Press to enable “sleep” mode. 2 Zoom In Button While viewing the map, press to zoom in on the center of the display. The Zoom In Button can also be used with long lists to scroll one page at a time. 3 Menu Button Press to view Main Menu. 4 Enter Button Press to confirm highlighted selections. 5 Power Indicator Light turns green when battery is fully charged, orange while battery is charging.
Chapter 2: Magellan RoadMate 2.2 Rear View 1 Speaker Used for audible maneuvering instructions and music playback. 2 Antenna Rotate up when in use to receive signals from the GPS satellite network. See Chapter 4 “Antenna Position” on page 13. 3 External Antenna Connection Plug in an external antenna (optional) for better signal acquisition.
Chapter 2: Magellan RoadMate 2.3 Top View 1 Storage Card slot Used to backup and restore personal navigation data and to transfer image files. 2 Volume Control Rotate left or right to increase or decrease the volume. Press to repeat last voice prompt. 3 Reset Switch Slide to position “1” for power, position “0” to turn power off.
Chapter 2: Magellan RoadMate 2.4 Bottom View 1 16-pin Connection Used for future expansion. 2 External Power Connection Plug in the AC Adapter or the 12 volt vehicle power adapter. 2.5 Left Side View 1 Stereo Headphone Connection Used to connect the stereo headphones. 2 USB Connection Plug the Magellan RoadMate into your PC to upload music, photos, and custom POI’s.
Chapter 2: Magellan RoadMate 2.6 Right Side View 1 Battery Compartment Cover Rechargeable battery. 2.7 Car Holder 1 Wire Catcher Used to secure the power cable. 2 Windshield Mount connection Insert the notches of the windshield mount here. 3 car holder Release Press to release Magellan RoadMate from car holder. 4 Mount Screw Holes Attach another mounting device that requires an adapter plate.
Chapter 2: Magellan RoadMate 2.8 Using Removable Storage Cards The Magellan RoadMate is equipped with a storage card slot at the top of the unit (see page 6) that accepts Secure Digital (SD) cards and Multimedia Cards (MMC). These cards are used to backup navigation data and to transfer image files to and from the hard disk. The storage card slot on your Magellan RoadMate employs what is called a “push-push” method of locking and releasing.
Chapter 2: Magellan RoadMate 2.9.1 Removing the Battery Using a small Phillips screwdriver, remove the screw that holds the battery compartment cover in place. Remove the battery compartment cover. Remove the battery. 2.9.2 Installing the Battery Insert the new battery with the battery diagram label side up and the pins facing inward. Then, replace the battery compartment cover and replace the screw.
Chapter 3: Vehicle Installation Take care when mounting the Magellan RoadMate in your vehicle, whether using the windshield mount or other mount, that it does not obstruct the driver’s view of the road. Make sure that the placement of the Magellan RoadMate and cable does not interfere with the operation of vehicle safety devices, such as air bags. You assume the risks associated with damage to your vehicle or vehicle’s occupants as a result of how you choose to mount the Magellan RoadMate. 3.
Chapter 3: Vehicle Installation Then, route the cable along the back of the car holder and insert it into the wire catcher. Plug the power adapter into your vehicles cigarette lighter or 12 volt receptacle. Rotate the antenna upward (see page 13 for proper antenna position). Installation is complete, and you are ready to turn the Magellan RoadMate on and go.
Chapter 4: Antenna Position The antenna on the Magellan RoadMate 800 is designed in such a way as to receive the satellite signal at the front face of the antenna. It is important to angle the antenna so that the front face is mostly toward the sky. Ideally in most vehicles, the antenna should be rotated to approximately 90° from the unit to receive the best possible satellite signal.
Chapter 5: Magellan RoadMate Tools Installation 5.1 Installing the Software Insert the Magellan RoadMate Tools PC Application CD into your PC’s CD drive. The setup application will begin automatically. If it does not, browse your computer’s CD drive and double-click on the setup.exe file. Select a default language for the Application. The Welcome screen will appear to begin the installation process. Choose a destination for the application.
Chapter 6: Magellan RoadMate Music Manager The Magellan RoadMate Music Manager enables you to transfer song files in MP3 or WMA format from your computer to your Magellan RoadMate, or from your Magellan RoadMate to your computer. The Magellan RoadMate has approximately 5 GB of hard disk space available for storage of music files, image files, and custom POI files. Using the USB cable provided with your Magellan RoadMate, insert the large end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your computer.
Chapter 7: Music Player The Magellan RoadMate Music Player enables you to play music files in MP3, or WMA format, stored on the hard disk of your Magellan RoadMate. If you have not already done so, you must install the Magellan RoadMate Tools application (page 14) and transfer files onto your unit using the Magellan RoadMate Music Manager (page 15). Press the MENU key on the unit (see page 4) and select the Music Player. . The Music Player control pad will appear. 7.
Chapter 7: Music Player Select Playlist The Playlist menu will appear. To exit from the playlist menu, select ESC. 7.2.1 Play To hear a previously created playlist, select Play. Use the Up or Down arrow to select the desired playlist. Select OK. The songs will begin playing automatically in order. 7.2.2 Create To make a new playlist, select Create. Use the backspace key (<-) to erase the default name; and the keypad to enter a new name for your playlist. When you have finished, select OK.
Chapter 7: Music Player 7.2.5 Rename If you want to change the name of a playlist, select Rename. Select the playlist you wish to rename and then, select OK. Use the backspace key (<-) to erase the name; and the keypad to enter a new name for your playlist. When you have finished, select OK. 7.3 Play Mode While in single song play, select Play Mode for song play options. Repeat All - Repeats all the songs in the current playlist starting at the beginning of the order.
Chapter 7: Music Player 7.5 Equalizer The Equalizer provides advanced sound options so you can customize the quality of the playback. The equalizer will only be available for MP3 format sound files. Select an equalizer preset from the following preconfigured options: Default (flat), Jazz, Classical, Rock, Techno, Dance Hall, Live, Full Bass, Full Treble, and Full Bass & Treble. You are not able to however, manually set the equalizer.
Chapter 8: Magellan RoadMate Photo Manager The Magellan RoadMate Photo Manager enables you to transfer image files in either JPG or BMP format from your computer to your Magellan RoadMate, or from your Magellan RoadMate to your computer. The Magellan RoadMate has approximately 5 GB of hard disk space available for storage of music files, image files, and custom POI files.
Chapter 9: Photo Viewer The Magellan RoadMate Photo Viewer enables you to view image files in JPG and BMP format, stored on the hard disk of your Magellan RoadMate or an optional storage card. In order to transfer files from your PC to the Magellan RoadMate, you must install the Magellan RoadMate Tools application (page 14) and have copied files onto your unit using the Magellan RoadMate Photo Manager (page 15). Press the MENU key on the unit (see page 4). Select the Photo Viewer .
Chapter 9: Photo Viewer 9.1.3 Slideshow Press the Slideshow button to cycle through all the photos in the Pictures folder automatically. 9.1.4 Pan If you enlarge an image beyond the screen boundaries, press the Pan button to enable image scrolling. While enabled, you can drag the image in any direction to view other areas of the image. Press the Pan button again to disable Pan mode. 9.1.5 Rotate Image Press the Rotate Image button to rotate the image 90° counterclockwise, 90° clockwise, or 180°. 9.1.
Chapter 9: Photo Viewer 9.2.4 Properties To view information on the selected file or folder, press Properties. A thumbnail of the image will be displayed along with the width and height in pixels, the size, and the format (image type). When viewing the properties for folders, width, height, and format are not shown. Size shown is the combined size of all images in the selected folder. When you are finished viewing the properties, select OK. 9.3 Tools 9.3.
Chapter 10: Magellan RoadMate POI Manager The Magellan RoadMate POI Manager enables you to transfer custom points of interest files from your computer to your Magellan RoadMate. Before we add any custom POI’s to the unit, you should understand how the POI Manager plots POIs. 10.1 Latitude Latitude can be expressed by dividing Earth into horizontal segments totalling 180 degrees.
Chapter 10: Magellan RoadMate POI Manager 10.3 Altitude Each location can also have an Altitude. Altitude is expressed by how far the point is above or below the level of the ocean, or Sea Level. For example, Los Angeles, California is about 300 feet above sea level. Death Valley, California is about 270 feet below sea level.
Chapter 10: Magellan RoadMate POI Manager 10.4 Opening a POI File When you start the POI Manager the contents of your “My POI’s” folder will be displayed. This is the default location for storing custom POI files. Locate the POI files you wish to load. When you have selected a file, the Copy To Unit arrow will turn green. Click on the arrow to copy the file to your unit. When you have finished copying files, remove the USB cable from the unit. 10.
Chapter 10: Magellan RoadMate POI Manager Click on the Add button . Enter the Name, the Latitude, and the Longitude. The Altitude and Description fields are optional. Select the Category field and select New. A dialog box will appear to create a new POI category. Enter the Name and assign an Image (icon) for the POI. The Description field is optional. The Alert feature is an audible alarm that lets you know when you are within a certain distance from the POI.
Chapter 10: Magellan RoadMate POI Manager 10.7 Importing a Data FIle The POI Manager software supports ASCII file format (.ASC,.CSV,.TXT); GPS Exchange file format (.GPS,.XML); Magellan Waypoint file format (.WPT,.RTE); and Garmin PCX5 Waypoint file format (.WPT,.RTE). Click on the Open button . Select the file you wish to import and click Open. Start by choosing which line in the data file to start importing data.
Chapter 11: Navigation Basic Operation 11.1 Turning the Magellan RoadMate On Out of the Box Slide the RESET switch, located at the top of the unit (see “Top View” on page 6) to position “1”. If power is connected properly or if the battery is charged sufficiently, the Magellan screen will appear followed by the Warning screen. To comply with the warnings, press OK. Next, the Quick Tips screen will appear.
Chapter 11: Navigation Basic Operation 11.6 Inputting Text Characters Whenever you need to input names, street addresses, etc., the Magellan RoadMate will display a keyboard. Touch the letter you want and, if you make a mistake, use the Backspace key to go back one character at a time. The Spacebar is used to insert spaces between characters or words. Cancel Backspac Spacebar Numerical Accept Additional 11.
Chapter 11: Navigation Basic Operation 11.9 What Is QuickSpell? The Magellan RoadMate uses QuickSpell technology to provide you with the fastest method possible to enter characters. QuickSpell eliminates the possibility of a misspelled word or looking for a city or street that is not in the loaded database. As you begin entering characters, the QuickSpell feature of the Magellan RoadMate dims out those characters which that are not available, thereby speeding up the process of entering data.
Chapter 11: Navigation Basic Operation Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down and select “San Francisco, CA” from the list. The list of items found in the database is limited to 100 items. When over 100 items have been found, “Matches: > 100” will be displayed shown in the bottom right corner of the display; you may need to press the ESCAPE key and enter additional characters. 11.10 Multi-Word Indexing The Magellan RoadMate employs a search feature known as “Multi-Word Indexing”.
Chapter 12: Traveling 12.1 Guidance Information Screens The Magellan RoadMate has three screens you can use to assist you in traveling to your destination: the Map screen, the Maneuver List screen, and the TrueView 3D/Split TrueView screen. Map: When a new destination is selected and calculated, the Map screen is displayed. This screen displays a map of your surrounding area along with the planned route (if calculated) and information about the route.
Chapter 12: Traveling 12.2 Map Screen The Map screen is the most commonly used screen in the Magellan RoadMate and provides you with detailed information about where you are and where you are going.
Chapter 12: Traveling 12.4 Changing the Map Zoom Levels While viewing the Map screen, you can zoom in (enlarge the map) by pressing the + (plus) key or zoom out (shrink the map) by pressing the - (minus) key. Zoom In key Note: The Zoom In and Zoom Out keys can also be used the scroll through long lists. While viewing a list, press the Zoom Out key to scroll the list down one page at a time and press the Zoom In key to scroll the list up one page at a time. Zoom Out key 12.
Chapter 12: Traveling 12.6 TrueView 3D Screen The Magellan RoadMate uses TrueView 3D technology to display a three-dimensional picture of the next maneuver. The TrueView 3D screen can be viewed only after a route has been calculated. From the Map screen, press the VIEW key twice to view the TrueView 3D screen.
Chapter 12: Traveling 12.7 Choosing the Route Method Every route is calculated based on the Route Method criteria selected. Every time a new destination is selected, the Magellan RoadMate prompts you for the method that will be used to calculate the route. Shortest Time: This selection calculates a route that should take the least amount of time using speed limits and other information in the database. Other factors, such as traffic conditions, cannot be used in the calculation of shortest time.
Chapter 12: Traveling 12.10 Detouring from the Planned Route If you exit the planned route, the Magellan RoadMate will get you back on course in one of three ways. 1. If, while driving, you detour from the planned route, the Magellan RoadMate will automatically recalculate the route based on your new vehicle position. 2. If you exit the planned route before its completion and turn off your vehicle, the Magellan RoadMate will switch to battery power, unless your cigarette lighter maintains constant power.
Chapter 12: Traveling 12.12 Displaying Information About Your Present Location Anytime that you want to view information about your present location you can press the LOCATE key. The first screen displays your heading and the street you are on, the state and city you are currently traveling in, the latitude and longitude of your present location, a compass, and your speed.
Chapter 12: Traveling Select Dining, ATM, Gas.... Select the desired POI category. A list of the nearest POI’s is displayed. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired POI. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate a new route to the selected POI from your current position. When you have arrived at the new destination, you will be prompted to resume guidance to your original destination. Select Resume.
Chapter 12: Traveling Select the distance of the detour. Select 3 miles, 5 miles, or 10 miles. Or, you can enter a custom distance. Select Custom and select the custom distance. Enter the number of miles for your detour and then select OK. Select Route. The Magellan RoadMate will recalculate the alternate route to your destination. You can also choose to have the Magellan RoadMate detour you around traffic automatically by enabling smart detour. See “Detour Options” on page 77.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.1 Destination Screen Current Country for Destination – page 42 Map Button – page 34 Select Address – page 43 Home Button – page 42 Address Book – page 47 Points of Interest – page 62 Globe Button – page 42 Intersection – page 67 13.2 Country Selection (Globe Button) Country selection is used to help speed up searching by narrowing down the database. Before entering a destination, make sure you select the country where your destination is located.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Now, when you press the Home button, you will be prompted to either route to or change the Home address. 13.4 Selecting a Destination Using Select Address Search by City – page 44 Search by Zip Code – page 44 Select Address Search by State – page 45 Previous City – page 46 A destination can be created by entering the street address that you want to go to.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.4.1 Search By City From the Destination screen, select Select Address and then, select Search By City. Enter characters that start a word within the city name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired city. Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32).
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers is displayed at the top of the screen. Select Done. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed. 13.4.3 Search By State From the Destination screen, select Select Address then, select Search By State. Enter the first few characters for the state and select OK. Select the state.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.4.4 Previous City From the Destination screen, select Select Address then, select Previous City. Select the city from the list. Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as “North” or “N”, or the type of street such as “Ave.” or “Street”. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired street. Enter the street address.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.5 Selecting a Destination Using the Address Book Previous Destinations – page 47 Favorites – page 49 List Addresses – page 51 Address Book Create New Entry – page 52 Trip Planner – page 56 The Address Book can store up to 200 addresses.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Select Route. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed. 13.5.1.1 Saving a Previous Destination to the Address Book From the Destination screen, select Address Book, then select Previous Destinations. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired previous destination. Select Edit.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.5.1.2 Deleting A Previous Destination From the Destination screen, select Address Book then, select Previous Destinations. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired previous destination. Select Delete. A dialog box will appear to confirm your selection. Select Yes. The Previous Destination is deleted from the list. 13.5.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.5.2.1 Editing a Favorite From the Destination screen, select Address Book then, select Favorites. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired favorite. Select Edit. The top line (Name) and the bottom line (Information) can be edited. The address cannot be changed. Select the line you want to modify. Use the keypad to enter the desired text and select OK.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.5.3 List Addresses List Addresses shows all entries stored in your address book. It does not include previous destinations but does include those entries designated as Favorites. From the Destination screen, select Address Book then, select List Addresses. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the destination from the list of addresses. Select Route. Select the desired Route Method.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.5.3.2 Deleting an Address From the Destination screen, select Address Book then, select List Addresses. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired address. Select Delete. A dialog box will appear to confirm your selection. Select Yes. The address is deleted from the list and you are returned to the Address Book screen. 13.5.4 Create New Entry Use Create New Entry to add entries to your address book.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as “North” or “N”, or the type of street such as “Ave.” or “Street”. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired street. Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers is displayed at the top of the screen. Select Done.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as “North” or “N”, or the type of street such as “Ave.” or “Street”. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired street. Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers is displayed at the top of the screen. Select Done.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as “North” or “N”, or the type of street such as “Ave.” or “Street”. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired street. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down and select the desired city.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired city. Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as “North” or “N”, or the type of street such as “Ave.” or “Street”. Select OK.. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired street. Enter the street address.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Select New. Use the keypad to enter a name for the new trip and select OK. From the pop-up menu, select Add. From the Select Trip Planner Address screen, select the method for adding a destination to your trip: Map (Map button) will add a destination by selecting a point on the map; Select Address will add a destination by creating a new address; Address Book will add a destination from a previous destination, Address Book, or favorites; Dining, ATM, Gas...
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.5.5.2 Optimizing a Trip With Route Optimization, you can sort the destinations in your trip from closest to farthest. From the Trip Planner screen, select Edit. Select the trip to optimize. Select Optimize. The destinations are sorted from closest to farthest from you current location. Select Save.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.5.5.3 Guide Me From the Destination screen, select Address Book. then select the Trip (Trip button). Select GuideMe. Select the Trip. Select the first destination in the list you wish to route to. Note: Selecting the second destination in the list will exclude the first destination, selecting the third destination in the list will exclude the first and second destinations, and so on. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Select the trip to edit. Select the destination you wish to delete, and select Delete from the pop-up menu. Select the destination you wish to change, and select Move Up from the pop-up menu. When you have finished, select Save and you are returned to the Trip Planner screen. 13.5.5.5 Delete and Rename From the Trip Planner screen, select Delete, Rename.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Select Delete. Select the trip you wish to delete. A dialog box will appear to confirm your selection. Select Yes. The trip has been deleted. Select Rename. Select the trip to be renamed.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Use the backspace key to delete the old name; then, enter the new name for the trip. When you have finished, select OK. The trip has been renamed. 13.6 Selecting a Point of Interest as a Destination Spell Name – page 62 Select Category – page 64 Custom POIs – page 66 Dining, ATM, Gas... Points of Interest (or POIs) are commercial or recreational locations, landmarks, or services that are preloaded into the Magellan RoadMate database.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Enter the name of the POI. 13.6.1.1 Nearest Selecting Nearest will list the POIs matching the name you entered from closest to farthest from your current position. Select Nearest. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired POI. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed. 13.6.1.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations 13.6.1.3 Select Category Selecting Select Category enables you to narrow the list of POIs by selecting the category of the name you spelled. Select Select Category. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down and select the desired POI category. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired POI. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations A list of all the POI’s in the selected category nearest to your current position is displayed. Select the POI from the list. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed. 13.6.2.2 List by City Selecting List by City will list the POIs in the category selected within a specified city. Select List by City. Enter the name of the city you wish to search from.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired POI. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed. 13.6.2.4 Cuisine Type When selecting restaurants, you are presented with an additional method for finding POIs. Select Cuisine Type. Use the Navigation key to select the type of restaurant you prefer.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations If the POI list has more than 15 returns, you can further narrow the search by selecting either Nearest or Spell Name. Select the desired POI from the list. Select Route to go to the selected Address, or select Cancel to return to the Select Custom POI menu. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed. 13.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Enter characters that start a word within the city name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired city. Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as “North” or “N”, or the type of street such as “Ave.” or “Street”. Select OK.
Chapter 13: Selecting Destinations Enter characters that start a word within the name of the second street and select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the second street from the list. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed. 13.7.3 Search by State From the Destination screen, select Intersection then, select Search by State.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options Navigation Options are only available when you are in Navigation Mode. When going to the Main Menu from the Music Player or from the Photo Viewer, this option will be grayed out. To access these features, press the MENU key on the unit and select Navigation Options. 14.1 Configuration Configuration enables you to customize the advanced navigation features of the Magellan RoadMate. Select Configuration. 14.1.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options Select Select a POI File. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select a POI file. With the file selected, you are returned to the Custom POIs menu. Select Display Categories. The categories you created are displayed in the same way as the built-in POIs. Select Mark All to display all POI icons on the Map screen. Select Clear All if you wish not to have any POI icons displayed on the Map screen.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options With the POI alerts set, you can now choose at what point you will be alerted. Select Alert Parameters. Select the POI category to customize. The Detection Angle is set to alert you when you are within so many degrees of the POI. Select Detection Angle.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of degrees in which to set the alert. When you have finished, select OK. The First Warning is set to alert you when you are within a certain number of feet from the POI. Select First Warning. Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of feet in which to alert you. When you have finished, select OK.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options The Last Warning is set as a final alert when you are within a certain number of feet from the POI. Select Last Warning. Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of feet in which to alert you. When you have finished, select OK. When you have set the parameters as you like, select Save.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options 14.1.3 Map Options Map Options enable you to determine the behavior of the Map while you are driving. Select Map Options. With Scrolling enabled, the vehicle position icon will always remain in the same position with the map scrolling, or moving as while the vehicle is in motion. With Scrolling disabled, the vehicle position icon will move forward slightly; then, the map will scroll down. Having Scrolling disabled allows for a faster display.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options Select Day Screen to choose a color scheme for the map while you are driving during the day. Select Night Screen to select a color scheme for driving at night. When you have finished, select Save. Select from nine available color schemes: When you have finished, select Save and you will be returned to the Select Map Color menu. 14.1.6 Route Preferences Route Preferences enable you to set parameters for the Magellan RoadMate to follow when calculating a route.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options Avoid Toll Roads instructs Magellan RoadMate to avoid known toll roads when calculating a route. Automatic Re-Route will cause the Magellan RoadMate to try up to three times to automatically re-route to the destination when it has detected that the vehicle has deterred from the calculated route. When you have finished, select Save. 14.1.7 Detour Options The Magellan RoadMate comes equipped with SmartDetour.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options When you have finished, select Save. When you encounter traffic, and the set time has elapsed, the Detour icon will flash on the Map screen. Touch the icon on the screen to have the Magellan RoadMate calculate the detour. You can choose to ignore the Detour alert; and after one minute it will stop flashing until the set time has elapsed again when it will alert you once more. 14.1.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options 14.1.10 Tone Options As you approach a maneuver, an audible alert sounds to let you know to make the maneuver. Select Tone Options. Select either Bell, Chime, or Beep. When you have finished, select Save. 14.1.11 GPS Options GPS Options provide you with information on the satellite signal as well as the ability to speed up signal acquisition time. 14.1.11.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see “Multi-Word Indexing” on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as “North” or “N”, or the type of street such as “Ave.” or “Street”. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired street. Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers is displayed at the top of the screen.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options Select Code. Use the keypad to enter the unlock code. When you have finished, select OK. Select Unlock. The database is unlocked. Select OK. Select Europe and then select Switch. Select Yes. After the unit has powered down, turn the unit back on and the new map will begin loading. When it has finished, you will have access to the European maps.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options 14.1.14 Automatic Volume The Magellan RoadMate can be set to automatically increase the volume when the vehicle exceeds 45 MPH in order to compensate for road noise. Select Automatic Volume. Select the number increment by which to increase the volume. Select Enable. When you have finished, select Save. 14.1.15 Backup and Restore The Magellan RoadMate 800 has the capability to back up your information (Address Book, Previous Destinations, etc.) to an optional storage card.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options 14.1.15.2 Restore To restore the files to the hard disk, select Backup and Restore then, select Restore. If you do not have a card inserted, you will be prompted to insert a card. Insert a card and reselect Restore. A dialog box will appear asking you to confirm your selection. Select Yes. The files are copied to the hard disk. 14.1.16 Map Information Product Information displays information about the map and database installed in your Magellan RoadMate.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options Select Trip Computer. 14.2.1 Current Trip When you begin a new trip and you need to record the information, access the Trip Computer. There you can save the information displayed for the current trip (if needed) and reset the Trip Computer to zero in preparation for your new trip. Select Trip Computer Select Current from the list of saved Trip Reports. The Trip Computer is always in a “Running” state. The information for the current trip is displayed. 14.2.1.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options While the Trip Computer is in a “Stopped” state, select Start to continue recording the current trip or select reset to begin a new trip. 14.2.1.2 Saving the Current Trip Report When you have finished with your trip, you can save the information for later viewing. Select Save at any time. Use the keypad to enter a name for the Trip Report and select OK when you are finished. 14.2.1.
Chapter 14: Navigation Options The saved Trip Report is displayed. Press the ESCAPE key when you are finished to view the trip and return to the Trip Computer screen. 14.2.1.5 Deleting a Trip Report Select the Trip Report to be deleted. Select Delete. The trip is deleted and you are returned to the Trip Computer screen.
Chapter 15: System Settings The System Settings Menu contains system wide customization features which include: Brightness, Power Management, Password, and Language. To access these features, press the MENU key on the unit and select System Settings. 15.1 Brightness To change how light the screen appears, select Brightness. Use the right arrow to make the screen appear lighter, and use the left arrow make the screen appear darker.
Chapter 15: System Settings 15.3.2 Remove Password Select Password and use the keyboard to enter the password. When you have finished, select OK. Then, from the Set New Password screen, select OK. 15.4 Language To change the language for the menu text and voice prompts for navigation, select Language. Select the desired language. A dialog box will appear asking you to confirm your selection. Select Yes. The unit will restart itself with the new language enabled.
Chapter 16: System Status The System Status menu give you further options to check the performance of your Magellan RoadMate. 16.1 Product Information Select Product Information to show the current application software versions. Also, the current hardware and firmware versions will be displayed. 16.2 User Storage Select User Storage to display the available space and total space of the hard disk and, if inserted, the storage card.
Chapter 17: Help The Help feature provides you with an interactive tutorial on the features and functions of the Magellan RoadMate along with contact information should you need assistance. 17.1 Quick Tips Quick Tips for New Users provides information in the following categories on basic usage and how to get the best signal reception: • • • • • • • Getting Started Unobstructed View Remain Stationary Antenna Position Entering a Destination Other Important Info Registering You Product 17.
Appendix A POI Categories The Magellan RoadMate POI database has 37 different categories.
Appendix A Professional Services Business office locations Public Buildings Libraries, museums, and government buildings Rest Area Rest stops along major highways Shopping Malls and other retail stores Ski Resorts Most major ski resorts Sports & Recreation Stadiums, parks, lakes Tourist Attraction Places most visited by tourists Transportation Bus and train stations Winery Vinyards and tasting locations Worship Churches, temples, mosques When selecting restaurants, you can further narrow
Appendix B Specifications DImensions: 3.1" x 6.2" x 1.5" 8.0cm x 15.9cm x 3.9cm Weight: 10.8 oz. 307g Display: 3.5” color touch screen display, 2.11” x 2.81” (53.64mm x 71.
Appendix C PC Requirements • IBM Compatible PC, Pentium or higher • Microsoft ® WIndows® 2000 or XP • 128 MB RAM • CD Drive for Software Installation • DVD Drive for Map Upgrades • USB Port 96
Appendix D GPS Status Screen GPS STATUS Screen Structure-first page CH 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 PRN d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 d1 AZ d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 d2 EL d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 d3 SNR d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 d4 U/N c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 c1 It is ordered by the channel number from 1 to 12.
Appendix D 16 ILL_DEFINED_3D_MATRIX 3X3 matrix can not be inverted in 3D fix 17 ILL_DEFINED_2D_MATRIX 2X2 matrix can not be inverted in 2D fix 20 NO_SAT_TIME no satellite time 23 NOT_ENOUGH_SATS no enough satellite for 2D or 3D fix 24 CANNOT_SELECT_FIX_TYPE 30 VELOCITY_2D_ONLY 2 satellite fix only for velocity, no position fix 31 BAD_VELOCITY_PDOP 50 too big pdop for velocity 32 TOO_MANY_SATS_FOR_2D_VEL there are 4 or more satellites, but 2D fix provided 51 WRONG_NUMSAT number of satellite for fix
Appendix D Typical GPS STATUS Screen Display First Page CH 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 PRN 27V 03E 13e 20e 31v 01V 28V 08V 02V 84 10 72 134 122 AZ 311 078 079 175 119 120 220 282 046 255 325 105 255 105 EL 54 29 81 06 34 53 13 29 27 12 06 13 12 13 Second Page Heading 0 Speed 0.0 m/s Current Lat: 34.10939 N Current Long:117.82599 W GPS Version: Current altitude 255 TTFF 116s #Satellite (U/T) 11/12 PDOP 2.3 VDOP 1.7 TTFF 0.0 HDOP 1.
Appendix E Frequently Asked Questions Why is my street not showing up on the map? The Magellan RoadMate uses the most current available map data. Chances are, your street is in a new housing development or the street is new. Map updates are made available about twice per year. I know there is a gas station on this street corner, why is there not icon for it on the map? Check your POI settings and make sure you have the necessary POI checked to make it visible on the map. see “POI Selection” on page 70.
