GPSmile 53 Portable Automobile Navigation System Product User Manual Version: V1.01 September 2006 Registered info HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc. All other trademarks belong to each registered companies. Note Contents of this manual will be modified without further notice. The proper operation temperature of the product is between 0℃~40℃.
Safety Precautions • Use the power adapter included with the package, using power adapters other than the one provided will result in malfunction and could prove dangerous. • The device should only be used with the supplied batteries. • About the power adapter • Do not use the power adapter in a wet environment. When hands and feet are wet, do not touch the power adapter. • While using the power adaptor ensure that the area is well ventilated.
Warranty Statement • This warranty applies to parts and services of GPSmile53 manufactured and sold through Holux Technology Inc. The local area covered is Taiwan; the warrantee length is one year from date of purchase (counting from the date on the sales receipt). Under normal user operation, Holux Technology provides free repair services. The replaceable battery warranty is six months. The replaced parts after repair are properties of Holux Technology Inc.
Technical Support • If there are any questions regarding the use of this product, please logon to the website www.holux.com and see the FAQ. • If answers cannot be found on the website, please send us an e-mail at info@holux.com.tw, stating your query and location. Maintenance Service HOLUX Technology, Inc. +886-3-6687000 Web Site: www.holux.com E-mail: info@holux.com.tw HOLUX Technology, Inc. www.holux.
Table of Contents Safety Precautions.............................................................i Warranty Statement ..........................................................ii Technical Support............................................................iii Maintenance Service........................................................iii Preface ...............................................................................1 Symbols ............................................................................
Preface We appreciate your purchase of the GPSmile 53. Please read all instructions thoroughly for a full understanding of the products’ features. Symbols For fast reference to the data you wish to find, this manual uses the following symbols. This icon means to take note to messages and to read for while during use. This icon means a warning and should take care not to damage the unit. This icon means useful tips for extra information while using.
• Do not leave this unit under your front windshield after you leave the vehicle. Exposure to high temperatures might be dangerous and cause overheating to the battery, resulting in malfunction of the device. • Window tinting might interfere with the reception of satellite signals. We recommend you install a vehicle antenna to strengthen and stabilize the signal.
First time use Copyright Without the written consent of HOLUX Technology, Inc, this manual including the product and the software may not be duplicated, transmitted, recorded or saved on storage devices; nor shall it be translated under any circumstances into any other languages. Copyright ©2006 HOLUX Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Important Notice Please read thoroughly this manual of operating instructions and explanations.
Using Functions During the first startup, the screen will show the main screen consisting of four functions: navigation, music, photo, and settings. Directly select the icon onscreen to use the function.
inserted, the system will enter GPS function automatically after startup.
Function Menu The function menu is the main function window other than the navigation screen and includes system settings, navigation settings, schedule plans, GPS status, MP3, image browsing.
Setting The setting function gives you the ability to adjust the basic system options, including time settings, volume control, screen calibration, startup message, backlight setting, version info, and GPS reset etc. You can modify the settings according to personal preferences. System Settings Time 1. After system startup, select [Setting] from the main screen to go into the System Settings window. 2. Select from the Hour pull down menu and choose the correct value. 3.
4. Select 5. Select to confirm, or select to keep original settings. to return to main menu screen. Volume 1. Under the settings window, control the volume directly with the scroll bar. There are six levels of volume in total. Scroll Bar Startup Message 1. GPSmile53 Under the settings window, select the Warning Voice On or Off for whether the startup message is to be broadcast.
Stylus Adjustment Control of the unit is accomplished primarily through the stylus by touching/writing on the screen. If the system cannot correctly identify your stylus’ input, please run through the screen calibration procedure. 1. From the settings window, select [Stylus Adjustment] to start the screen calibration procedure. 2. Use the stylus and touch the cross at the center of the screen once. 3. Touch the cross in the second position once. 4. Touch the cross in the third position once. 5.
Backlight Settings The backlight settings will adjust the brightness of the backlight and the auto-off time. 1. Under the settings window, select Backlight to enter the backlight settings window. 2. Select the time to turn off backlight when running off the battery / external power (1 min, 3 min, 5 min, 10 min, 30 min, Always On). 3. Scroll the brightness bar to control backlight brightness. There are six levels in total. 4. Select to confirm or select 5. Select to return to main menu screen.
Version 1. Under the settings window, select Version to enter the version window. 2. The screen display will show the version information and instructions for operation of music playback and image browsing functions. 3. Select to exit the Version screen.
Music Playback Function This unit has an MP3 Music Playback function that is capable of playing back MP3 files stored on SD memory cards. Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards On your computer, you must first convert the music from an audio CD into MP3 files, then save them onto the SD memory card. All the files need to be stored under the MP3 directory, and the file format needs to be “*.mp3”. Starting music playback 1.
3. The Music Playback Window. Use the buttons to control each playback function.
Image Browsing Function 1. The system has an Image Browsing function that is capable of displaying images/photographs stored on SD memory cards. All the files need to be stored under the Image directory, and the file format needs to be “*.jpg”. 2. Insert the SD memory card with stored image files into the SD memory card slot on the unit. 3. Power on, and select [Photo] icon on Main Menu. 4. The Image Browsing Window.
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Quick Troubleshooting Power Cannot startup Insufficient battery charge, please connect to the adapter and restart system. Screen No screen displayed After powering up, if the system does not respond, try the following: 1. Connect adapter, restart system. 2. Reset system. Navigation Display speed is too slow 1. Check if the battery is low on power. Screen has no response Reset system.
Keep away from strong magnetic fields When using or storing, please keep away from strong electromagnetic/radioactive or magnetic field equipment. Operating temperature The products operating temperature is between 0°C ~ 40°C; please do not operate under extreme temperatures. Avoid exposure to sunlight Please avoid long periods of sunlight or high temperature exposure. Using the stylus The LCD screen is easily scratched; please use only the stylus for operation.
Appendix Specifications Integrated GPS Receiver 20 parallel channels •Reacquisition : 0.1 sec. Acquisition Time •Hot start : 1 sec. •Warm start : 35 sec. •Cold start : 42 sec. Accuracy Position: 10 m. for 90% Velocity: 0.1 m/s GPS antenna Built-in patch antenna Handheld Software (Preloaded) Companion CD: Adobe Acrobat Reader® for Pocket PC PDF file viewer NAV-53 Handheld Manual Processor Centrality Atlas Processor at 200 MHz. Operating System Microsoft Windows CE. Net 4.
