B2+ Traffic Module User Manual N-Series en English
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B2+ Traffic Module | Important safety information Important safety information PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING PRODUCT IN VEHICLE This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
B2+ Traffic Module | Important safety information Do not handle the Navman while it is hot. Let the product cool, out of direct sunlight. Do not expose the Navman to direct sunlight in an unattended vehicle for prolonged periods. Overheating may damage the unit. The fixing pads that attach to your windscreen are semi-permanent. When attaching the fixing pads to your windscreen, position carefully and press for 5 seconds. Do not bend the FM Antenna when removing from your windscreen.
B2+ Traffic Module | Contents Contents Important safety information...................................................................................................................3 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................6 How does my B2+ receive traffic information? ..................................................................................
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Navman B2+ module. The B2+ can be plugged into your Navman to identify potential traffic delays in your area and help you avoid them. Use this manual to learn how to operate your B2+ efficiently and safely, and discover the range of features available to you.
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction How does my B2+ receive traffic information? When used with the B2+, your Navman can receive current traffic information for all main roads and motorways, enabling you to avoid potential delays on your route. The Traffic Message Channel (TMC) broadcasts real-time traffic and weather information via the FM Radio Data System (RDS).
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction How will I know when a Traffic Event occurs? Your B2+ begins working the moment it is installed. Incoming Events are handled according to your Traffic Preferences. For more information, see "How do I customize Traffic preferences?" on page 24. When travelling through an area in which you can receive TMC transmissions, your B2+ will decode these Events and send them to your Navman.
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction How do I view the Traffic Overview screen? Your Navman provides a general overview of the traffic situation on your selected route, including all Events in the immediate vicinity. To display the Traffic Overview screen, tap . Element Description Event icon Displays icon to indicate type of Event. Current position Your current position is marked with Status Bar Displays the number of Events on your route, and indicates whether Auto Detour is on or off. .
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction How do I view the Event List screen? Your Navman creates a list of Events as they are received, which is displayed on the Event List screen. This screen can only be viewed if the TMC icon is green or orange. Element Description Event menu Choose one of the following: All Events - displays all Events received. Route Events - displays Events on the route ahead.
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction Element Description Position indicator Displays your position in the Event List screen. Scroll buttons Allow you to view all Events by moving up and down through the list Event number Displays the number of Events in current list.
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction How do I view the Event Details screen? There are several ways to view details of an Event received by your B2+. Choose one of the following: Location Option From any of the screens used to view your route Tap the Event message when it appears on screen. The Event Details screen will display. From any of the screens used to view your route Tap . The Traffic Overview screen will display. Tap . The Event List screen will display.
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction Element Description Detour information Displays details of detour recommendation, if any. For more information, see "How do I know if a detour is recommended?" on page 14. Tap to return to the previous screen. Avoid / Unavoid Tap to view next Event in list. Tap to view previous Event in list. Initiates new route to avoid an Event. Only available if a detour or re-route is available.
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction How do I know if a detour is recommended? When a Traffic or Clearance Event occurs on your route, a detour will always be recommended. The detour Event message will display in the status bar on the screens used to view your route. A detour icon will display at the Event location on the 3D and 2D Map screens. Detours are only recommended for Traffic or Clearance Events on a calculated route.
B2+ Traffic Module | Introduction Traffic messages The Event Details screen displays detour status information. Detour Not Available messages If a detour is not available, one of the following messages will display: Message This Event is not locatable This clearance is not locatable This Event does not affect your route This clearance does not affect your route Description A specific location for the Event cannot be identified.
B2+ Traffic Module | How do I view my route? How do I view my route? When your B2+ is enabled, the screens used to view your calculated route will contain Traffic information. Event messages and traffic icons will display as they occur. If an Event message obscures your current location, the map will adjust to display both the message and your location. You can view your route in several ways by pressing to cycle through the map screens.
B2+ Traffic Module | How do I view my route? 3D Map screen The 3D Map screen is oriented to your travelling direction. To view the 3D Map screen when a route has been calculated, press Tap and drag the screen, to move across the map. Tap the map, to view the Map menu. to cycle through the screens. Item Description Next instruction The direction and name of the street to turn in to. Direction of next turn The direction of your next turn.
B2+ Traffic Module | How do I view my route? Item Information Description Displays one of the following options: Time km/h or mph (Speed) TTG (Time to Go) DTG (Distance to Go) ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival). Tap to cycle through the options. During a Multi-stop trip, Time to Go, Distance to Go and ETA will display as: Time to Waypoint, Distance to Waypoint and ETA at Waypoint. Next turn arrow Your next turn is highlighted in a different colour from future turns.
B2+ Traffic Module | How do I view my route? 2D Map screen The 2D Map screen shows your current position (if a GPS fix is active) and surrounding street names. If a route has been calculated, the route and turns are highlighted. The 2D Map screen is displayed Course Up, unless the Map Display preference is to North. To view the 2D Map screen, press to cycle through the screens. Tap and drag the screen, to move across the map. Tap the map, to view the Map menu.
B2+ Traffic Module | How do I view my route? Item Information Description Displays one of the following options: Time km/h or mph (Speed) TTG (Time to Go) DTG (Distance to Go) ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival). Tap to cycle through the options. During a Multi-stop trip, Time to Go, Distance to Go and ETA will appear as: Time to Waypoint, Distance to Waypoint and ETA at Waypoint. Cancel route Cancels your current route.
B2+ Traffic Module | What else can I do? What else can I do? How do I use the Map menu? The Map Menu allows you to access navigational functions from the 3D Map and 2D Map screen. Displaying the Map Menu 1. Tap to display the 3D Map and 2D Map screen. 2. Tap and drag to move around the map to your selected location. 3. Tap the map. The Map Menu will display.
B2+ Traffic Module | What else can I do? Menu Option Route Description Only available when navigating a route. Displays the Route sub-menu from which you can: Detour. Detours your route to avoid the next 1, 2, 5, 10 or 15 kilometres or the next 1, 2, 5, 10 or 15 miles. Demonstrate. Starts the route demonstration, demonstrating navigation from your current position or departure point. Stop Demonstration. Stops the route demonstration. Skip Waypoint. Skips the next stop on your multi-stop trip.
B2+ Traffic Module | What else can I do? How do I check the Traffic system status? You can view the status of the traffic system and change the radio station used to receive traffic events via the Traffic System Status screen. or The Tuner section displays the name and frequency of the radio station currently being used to receive traffic event information. A bar shows the strength of the traffic signal being received; the more green circles, the stronger the signal.
B2+ Traffic Module | What else can I do? How do I customize Traffic preferences? or Complete the following: If you want to ... Then ... be notified about nearby traffic events select the Notify me about nearby traffic events check box. be notified about events that affect your current route select the Only notify me about events on my route check box.
B2+ Traffic Module | Traffic and other TMC Events Traffic and other TMC Events Each TMC Event is sorted in to one of nine categories. When an Event is received, one of the following icons will display: Event Avoided Event Message Type Event Description Danger There is a dangerous situation on the route; for example, people are on the road. Traffic Any event that will cause a delay on a route. Weather Weather conditions are adversely affecting a route; for example, there is ice on the road.
B2+ Traffic Module | Support information Support information Online support For 24/7 help and support with Navman products, visit our Technical Support website at: support.navman.com You will find a fully searchable Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) section for all Navman products. At least 90% of our customers find answers to their questions at support.navman.com, however if you require further support, you can use the online email option to contact us.
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