Pharos Drive GPS 140 Portable Navigation Device User Manual User instructions for operating the Pharos Drive GPS 140
Pharos Legal Notices Copyright Pharos Drive GPS 140 User’s Manual Original issue: September 2006 NOTE: Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Pharos and the Pharos logo are registered trademarks of Pharos Inc. Other products or system names appearing in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Revision: 1.
Pharos Warnings and Notices For your safety, do not operate the controls of the product while driving. WARNING: Try not to expose the Drive GPS 140 to extreme temperatures for long periods of time. GPS satellite signals cannot typically pass through solid materials (except glass). GPS location information is not typically available inside buildings, tunnels, or underground parking lots.
Pharos Table of Contents Chapter 5 Contacts Management ..................................................22 5.1 Contacts ...........................................................................................22 5.1.1 Using Contacts ........................................................................22 5.1.2 To open Contacts: ...................................................................22 5.1.3 Creating a new contact ............................................................22 5.1.
Pharos 8.1.4 Screen responds slowly ...........................................................34 8.1.5 Inaccurate response to taps. ....................................................34 8.1.6 Connection Problems with PC. ...............................................34 8.1.7 No GPS connection .................................................................34 8.1.8 No sound coming from the device. .........................................34 8.1.9 I can’t see my photos. ...................................
Pharos Chapter 1 Drive GPS 140 PND Features and Specifications 1.1 Pharos Drive GPS 140 PND features Table 1: Drive GPS 140 dimensions and specifications The Pharos Drive GPS 140 Portable Navigation device is a powerful multifunction GPS navigation and entertainment device. • • • • • • • • • 1.
Pharos Table 1: Drive GPS 140 dimensions and specifications Category GPS Chipset Antenna type Very first start time (cold start) Warm start (after fix and power-off >= 4hrs) Hot start (after fix and power-off < 4hrs) Item SiRF GSC3 Patch antenna typ. 42 sec typ. 35 sec typ. 1 sec Car Adapter Input rating Output rating Certificates 12-24V 5.0V, 2A e-Mark AC Adapter AC-Rating DC-Rating Certificates 110-240V, 50-60Hz 5.
Pharos Chapter 2 Getting Started 2.1.2 This chapter describes the hardware interface of the Pharos Drive GPS 140 and its peripherals. Instructions for setting up the device and some basic system operations are also discussed. Figure 1: Front Panel View NOTE: Although the Drive GPS 140 rechargeable Li-Ion battery comes approximately 30% charged, before using, it is best to connect the AC adapter and plug to power socket and fully charge the battery. The On/Off button will glow yellow when charging. 2.
Pharos Figure 2: Top and Bottom view Figure 3: Left and Right side view 5 6 4 1 2 3 4 1 3 2 Table 3: Top and Bottom controls Table 4: Left and Right panel controls No. Function No. Function 1 2 3 4 Power button USB input On/Off Reset Normal On/Off power button. Connects to the USB cable. The main power/battery cutoff switch. Restarts your device with a soft reset. 1 Headphone 2 DC Power input FM/TMC 3 antenna 4 SD slot 5 GPS antenna 6 Light sensor Standard stereo headphone jack.
Pharos 2.2 Mounting the Drive GPS 140 in your vehicle Figure 4: Drive GPS 140 mounting cradle with slots for car mount The Drive GPS 140 comes with a car mount kit and a car charger to help install your device in your vehicle. The car mount kit uses a suction cup on the windshield to offer flexible mounting options for the Drive GPS 140 WARNING: Some countries prohibit the mounting of any electronic device on the vehicle dashboard.
Pharos 8. 9. The car charger LED indicator will glow blue when powered. Plug the car charger into the side of the Drive GPS 140 and position the cord to an appropriate location. NOTE: The car mount included may look different than the ones shown in this user’s manual. However, the operation is similar. NOTE: Your car may be required to switch the vehicle ignition into the accessories position to power the cigarette lighter. Your Drive GPS 140 will not charge with the ignition off.
Pharos Chapter 3 Using the Drive GPS 140 3.1 Drive GPS 140 Operating Basics 2. Tap the center of the target as it moves around the screen. After fully charging the Drive GPS 140, it is ready to be used. You can now turn it on to calibrate the screen. After screen calibration, proceed to system settings configuration. 3.2 1. To turn on and calibrate the device: Turn on your device the first time by turning on the main on/off switch on the bottom of the device.
Pharos 3.3 To configure system settings: 4. If you intend to start using your Drive GPS 140 at once, we recommend that you configure the language and date/time settings first. The rest of the user preferences can be set up later. 1. 2. 5. To set the system language settings, tap the forward or backward arrow until the language you want appears. Tap the Up Arrow in the top left to set the language and return to the System Menu. Tap “System” in the Main menu. Tap “Language” on the System Menu panel. 6.
Pharos 7. 8. 9. 11. Next, tap “Time Zone” in the “Date & Time” Menu. Tap the correct Year, Month and Day by tapping on the + or -. Tap the Up Arrow in the top left to set the Date and return to the “Date & Time” Menu. 12. Tap the Up Arrow in the top left to set the Date and return to the “Date & Time” Menu. 13. Tap the Up Arrow in the top left of the “Date & Time” Menu to return to the System Menu. Tap the “Time” in the “Date & Time” Menu. You will see the window below.
Pharos 3.4 Additional System settings Other System setting can be used to view and adjust your device current preferences. Navigate from the System Menu. NOTE: Auto backlight adjustment automatically adjusts to daytime and night. 3.5 1. 2. 3. 4. Backlight Tap the Backlight icon in the System Menu. Adjust the Backlight brightness. Adjust how long you want to wait before Backlight goes into power savings mode while using battery or connected to a power source.
Pharos 3.6 1. 2. 3. Volume 3.7 Tap the Volume icon in the System Menu. Tap + or - to set default system sound volume. Tap the Up arrow to save and return to the System Menu. 1. 2. 3. Battery Tap the Battery icon in the System Menu. You can view the remaining batter power in the top bar. Adjust how long you want to wait before the Hot Key LEDs turn off automatically. NOTE: Check Hot Keys backlight (LED) turn on when pressed. To conserve battery power, these settings should be set to lowest values.
Pharos 3.8 1. 2. 3. System Information 4. You can view the OS version, GPS firmware version and also calibrate the device from this screen. 5. For Factory reset, a screen will appear confirming you want to reset your device. Tap the Sys Info. icon in the System Menu. You can view the OS version, GPS firmware version and other system information. Tap the Sys Info. icon in the System Menu.
Pharos Chapter 4 Synchronization with a PC 4.1 4.1.1 Exchanging data between the Drive GPS 140 and your PC 4.1.2 To insert a storage card: Hold the device securely, then push the card into the slot until you hear an audible system sound; this will signal that the card is already properly seated within the slot. The card is secure when it is not protruding from the slot.
Pharos 4.2 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync Use Microsoft ActiveSync to exchange information between your Drive GPS 140 and a computer running on the Microsoft Windows platform. If you have a previous version of the Microsoft ActiveSync installed in your computer, uninstall it first before installing the Microsoft ActiveSync from the Drive GPS 140 CD. 4.2.1 • • • • • • • 4.2.2 1. 2.
Pharos Once ActiveSync is installed on your computer, you can use it to transfer files (i.e. MP3 files/photos/videos) between your device and your computer. For more detailed information on how to use ActiveSync on your computer, start ActiveSync on your computer, click Help, then Microsoft ActiveSync Help. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions. After installation, the ActiveSync icon will appear on your computer’s system tray (on the lower right-hand corner of the screen). 4.
Pharos 3. The New Partnership setup wizard will automatically start on your computer screen. Click Finish after the installation process is completed. 4.3.2 Creating a partnership After completing the Activesynch installation and Contents manager installation, set up a partnership between your Drive GPS 140 and your computer with the help of the New Partnership setup wizard. Once you’ve created a partnership, you will be able to synchronize contact information using ActiveSync.
Pharos Chapter 5 Contacts Management 1. This chapter discusses the basic functions of Contacts on the Drive GPS 140 PND device. Details on how to perform contacts management tasks from your computer is also provided. Tap on the Main Menu panel. The Contacts control pad displays. Contact files imported/exported to and from your device and computer are saved in .cs format. 5.1 Contacts Contacts maintains a list of your friends’ and colleagues’ contact information.
Pharos 2. Tap on the space to enter the related information for the new contact. 3. 4. Enter other address and contact information Tap “SAVE” to save the new contact. 5.1.6 Importing contacts to your Drive GPS 140. 1. Make sure there is a SD storage card in the device. Imported contact file(s) will be saved to this storage card for access by your Drive GPS 140. 2. Tap in the Contacts control pad. 3. Select contact files (.cs) you want to import (previously set up by Activesynch with Outlook contacts).
Pharos 5.1.8 Deleting contacts 1. In the Contacts control pad, find the contact whose address you want to delete. Tap delete. 5.1.7 Exporting contacts from your Drive GPS 140. 1. Insert an SD storage card into the device. Exported contact file(s) will be saved to this storage card for later access from your computer. 2. Tap in the Contacts control pad. 3. Select whether to export all contacts, or just the currently selected one. Selected contact(s) will be exported to the SD card installed in your device.
Pharos Chapter 6 Entertainment 6.1 Drive GPS 140 Player 6.2 6.3 The Drive GPS 140 is a fully capable multimedia player that can enhance your portable entertainment. In addition to its navigating function, the Drive GPS 140 is also a mobile entertainment tool that lets you enjoy video files, digital music, and view photos. These functions make the Drive GPS 140 a true multimedia device. Enjoy your favorite music on the road.
Pharos 2. Tap “MP3 Player” in the Entertainment menu. Table 5: MP3 player functions NOTE: You can also enter the MP3/music player by pressing the music hot key on the front panel. No. Function 1 2 3 4 5 4. 3. Repeat Random play File collection/playlist Skip backwards/forwards Pause/Stop Description Repeats the selection Plays files random order Goes back to main file/folder view Advances one song forward or backward Stops play File collection menu (from #3 above).
Pharos 6.4 Video Player 2. Enjoy your favorite music on the road. The program features: • Support for MPEG, WMA and MID files • Auto-scanning of supported files in the device’s SD card • Separate volume control enabling you to adjust the playback sound level while retaining the volume level set for system sounds • Hot key function for volume control • Playlist support based on sub-directory contents Each sub directory containing compatible music files is treated as an individual playlist.
Pharos 6.5 Table 6: Video player functions No. Function 1 2 3 4 5 4. Play Stop File playlist Skip backwards/forwards Play/Pause/Stop Photo Viewer The Drive GPS 140 has a great photo viewing option that makes it easy to share and view digital photos anywhere on the go.
Pharos 6.5.2 Using the Photo Album 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 Table 8: Photo Album Viewer Table 7: Photo Album Menu No. Function 1 2 3 4 5. Slideshow viewer Go up to Folder level Move selection up Move selection down No. Function Description 1 2 3 4 5 Starts slideshow Goes up one folder level Moves selection up Moves selection down Slideshow viewer Rotate photo Zooms in Zooms out Moves to the next photo or back one To enable the Slide Show mode: In Thumbnail or Full Screen mode, tap Slide Show.
Pharos Chapter 7 Hands-free calling/Bluetooth 7.1 Drive GPS 140 Bluetooth 3. For first time use, you will next see the Handsfree calling window giving a choice of “Call out” or “BLuetooth Pairing.” Choose “Bluetooth Pairing” if this is the first time using the Drive GPS 140 with your cell phone. 4. Next you will get a message asking you to proceed to pair with your mobile phone. Make sure you phone is ready before pressing yes.
Pharos 5. 8. Next you will get a message saying “Searching all available Bluetooth devices. Please wait......” as shown below. 9. Next, select the device you want to connect to. In this case, lets connect to Moto V3. The mobile phone will often require you to enter a password to connect the device. Enter 0000 on the mobile phone in this case. NOTE: If your mobile phone gives a choice of device states when connecting, always choose “Hands-free.
Pharos 7.1.2 Making and receiving calls 1. The Hands-free calling screen appears that will let you control the function as well as dial from your Drive GPS 140 as long as the Bluetooth connection is maintained from your mobile phone. Now you can tap the “Call” icon to place a call. 2. 3. The screen will show the number connecting. Tap cancel to abort the call. 4. An Icon will appear in the system menu telling you Hands-free calling is available. The number dialed is displayed in the display.
Pharos 5. Redial lets you easily view the most recent phone numbers you connected to. 6. Start enjoying the convenience and safety of hands-free calling with your Drive GPS 140.
Pharos Chapter 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 8.1 General troubleshooting 8.1.1 • System stops responding; is “frozen” or “locked up.” To reset the Drive GPS 140, take a sharp object like a pen or paper click and depress the reset button on the bottom of the device. This is called a “soft reset.” 8.1.2 • If your device still does not respond, do a “hard reset.” To do a “hard reset,” Disconnect all cables, including the AC adapter, from your device.
Pharos 8.2 Maintenance • • • • Do not subject your device to sudden and severe temperature changes. This could cause moisture condensation inside the unit, which could damage your device. In the event of moisture condensation, allow the device to dry out completely before use. • The screen surface can be easily scratched. Sharp objects may scratch the screen.
Pharos Index Symbols .cs format 22 A AC adapter 8 AC-Rating 7 ActiveSync 3.8 19 ARM 6 B Backlight 15 Battery Level 16 Battery Voltage 6 Bluetooth 6 Bluetooth v2.
Pharos U UL 7 USB cable 18 USB v1.1 6 V Video 27 Video Play List 28 Volume 16 W Warranty 8 WAV 25 Weight 6 Windows CE 5.
