Product specifications

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The WayPoint
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PDA should be installed in the vehicle mount for car use. WayPoint 200 users
should start the Bluetooth radio and ensure a connection to the GPS receiver. This can be
accomplished easily by selecting the “Start GPS” entry from the Bluetooth menu. Then follow
the on screen instructions to establish the default connection. See the chapter on
“Bluetooth
Operation” on page 91 for more details.
Road Safety
Before launching the WayPoint navigation software, road safety should be considered. A GPS
navigation device is an important tool when used properly but it can be a distraction to the driver
if used improperly.
• A stylus should never be used by the driver while a vehicle is in motion.
• The route should be set up ahead of time before the car ever moves from its parking
place. It is possible to set up the route in your home with the GPS off if desired.
• Make sure the WayPoint GPS has your current location before starting.
• The driver should depend on voice prompts whenever possible and only occasionally
glance at the screen.
• Automatic recalculations should help prevent any need to interact with the screen.
• If you have to deal with the program use your finger for a stylus.
• Use the buttons and the thumb wheel to the maximum extent possible. Depressing the
Thumb wheel on the map screen selects the tools menu and the thumb wheel can be
used to move up and down the menu itself and depressing the switch selects the item.
• The thumb wheel provides zoom in and zoom out capability.
• Pull off the road if you need to do anything complicated.
Mobile Crossing is not responsible for your actions. Use care when operating this unit.
Note that, in the discussions that follow the term locations, landmarks, and POI (Points Of
Interest) will be used interchangeably. They all indicate some object or location that you are
interested in.
Starting WayPoint Navigation Software
The Mobile Crossing WayPoint navigation software can be started by pressing the right
hand button on the face of the PDA just below the screen. It can also be started like any other
program by tapping the icon on the start menu, if you prefer. You should install a map memory
card if needed for your trip before starting the program. The program will open with a splash
screen and then load the map display. While working inside the WayPoint navigation software, all
four of the hardware buttons below the screen are defined to do useful tasks. From left to right