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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 2 vmax361 UNIT OVERVIEW LET’S GET STARTED! • FRONT • POWER BUTTON SD MEMORY CARD POWER LED SYSTEM CHARGING SPEAKER LED • BACK • FOLDING GPS ANTENNA MAIN STYLUS ON/OFF SWITCH Use stylus to switch to ‘ON’ 12v Plug-in USB PORT position (Bottom of Unit) (Bottom of Unit) ROADMAX vmax361 Owner’s Manual v1.1 • 2•
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 3 INSTALLING YOUR vmax361 LET’S GET STARTED! 5. Flip out rear GPS antenna. DO NOT install your vmax361 on or in ! Windshield Mount* B Dashboard Mount A deployment zone of your vehicle’s airbag units. 1. Installing the unit suction mount: (Use dust-free cloth to clean mounting surface.) A Windshield Mount. B Dashboard Mount. *(Antenna angle should be horizontal to sky) Push suction Push suction lever down lever 6. Plug 12v P
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 4 BASIC OPERATIONS You are now ready to power up your Turning Your Unit OFF: vmax361 system for the very first time. But first, check your unit’s rear ON/OFF power 1. Turn vmax361 OFF: Press n’ hold switch to make sure it is in the ‘ON’ for 3 seconds then release. LCD screen position. NOTE: You can use the built-in will blank, and unit will power down. stylus to slide the switch ON and OFF. Turning Your Unit ON: Using ‘Sleep’ M
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 5 Basic Operations • About the Navigation Screen • This (2D view) is how your screen looks when Navigating your trip. COMPASS TOP LOCATION BAR (Press to Switch modes) (Press to View Route List) NEXT TURN & DISTANCE (Press to Hear Voice Prompt) ZOOM ZOOM OUT YOUR IN “VEHICLE” SOUND START ON/OFF BUTTON BOTTOM LOCATION BAR ETA / LOCAL TOT. TRIP BATTERY TRAVEL TOT. TRIP TIME MILEAGE INDICATOR SPEED TIME ROADMAX vmax361 Owner’s Manual v
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 6 About the Navigation Screen BASIC OPERATIONS 1. “Your Vehicle” Icon: represents your view GPS information about this current location on the Navigation location or to save location to Screen. Favorites. The color of this icon will also vary to indicate the strength of your GPS 5. Start Button: Press this button to signal: GREEN = Strong Signal; access your vmax361 Main Menu for trip YELLOW = Good Signal; RED = Poor planning and
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 7 Navigation Screen: View Modes BASIC OPERATIONS Your vmax361 utilizes 4 view modes that are essential to helping Navigate your trip. 2D VIEW 3D VIEW Displays your navigation route as you Displays your navigation route from a would see it from a flat map. driver’s perspective. NOTE: Press n’ Hold function only works in 2D This view modeplus a Press n’ Hold view. function whereby you press on any map location for 1 second, and a s
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 8 Navigation Screen: View Modes BASIC OPERATIONS CLOSE-UP VIEW In this view mode, your unit automatically zooms in and displays the remaining distance to a turning point along your route. Remaining distance to approaching turn. ROADMAX vmax361 Owner’s Manual v1.1 • 8•
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 9 CONFIGURING YOUR vmax361 • LAT/LON - Shows exactly “WHERE MENU > GPS Info YOU ARE” in earth Your vmax361 uses GPS (Global Positioning (latitude/longitude) coordinates. Satellite) technology to show you exactly • ALT (Altitude) – Approximately many where you are in relation to its stored feet above sea level your unit is. maps. In some areas, the GPS signal may (This may not be accurate in all vary in strength. Too few signals c
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 10 CONFIGURING YOUR vmax361 MENU > Setup MENU > Volume This setting controls the volume of your This screen lets you select custom settings unit’s navigation voice and other system for your unit. sounds. 1.Press then, . 1.Press then, . 2. The ‘Setup’ screen appears displaying 2. The ‘Volume’ screen appears displaying the following options: the following options: • Language = English, Français and 3. Use scroll ( , ) arrows to adju
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 11 CONFIGURING YOUR vmax361 • Day – Daytime color scheme only. MENU > Display Options POI ICONS This screen lets you customize your how your Navigation Screen displays data and • Default – Default set of Point-of- select custom settings for your unit. Interest (POI) icons that will automatically appear on map while 1.Press , then . traveling. 2. The ‘Display Options’ screen appears • OFF – No POI icons show showing the following op
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 12 CONFIGURING YOUR vmax361 route (not necessarily the MENU > Route Options quickest) to your destination. Route Options allows you to include or • Local – Plans your trip along exclude some real-world variables that local streets and throughways. could factor greatly in your trip planning and navigation. FERRIES - (Include/Exclude) ferry services when planning your trip. 1.Press > . TOLL ROADS - (Include/Exclude) bridges and tol
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:33 PM Page 13 LET’S GO SOMEWHERE! 4. When you see your city name MENU > Destination highlighted, press to select it. This section outlines the methods for LOCATING and SETTING destinations on your 5. Repeat Steps 3 & 4 to enter the Street vmax361. Name and House Number of your destination. TIP!: Several of these steps will also apply to locating a destination by City Center, The ‘Select Address’ screen will appear Intersection, and Points of
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Owner’s Manual
Transportable Car Navigation System
Version 1.1
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page i TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION LET’S GO SOMEWHERE! Welcome Statement . . . . . . . . . . i MENU > Destination . . . . . . . . . 13 Precautions & Warnings . . . . . . . . ii Locate an Address . . . . . . . . 13 Locate an Intersection . . . . . 13 LET’S GET STARTED! Locate a Point-of-Interest . . . 14 What’s Inside the Box? . . . . . . . . 1 Locate a City Center . . . . . . 15 vmax361 Unit Overview . . . . . . . 2 Installing Your v
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page i WELCOME STATEMENT Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the ROADMAX vmax361 Transportable Car Navigation Unit. We hope you will enjoy using this exciting product and trust that it will make your driving experience more comfortable and hassle-free. The vmax361 Transportable Car Navigation Unit provides an easy-to-use Touch / Stylus screen user interface, clear, easy-to-understand spoken driving instructions, and innovati
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page ii PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS IMPORTANT INFORMATION PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT This product is intended to provide and practices. Before making any accurate turn-by-turn directions that will maneuvers (for example, a U-turn or a help you quickly reach your desired left turn) suggested by the vmax361 destination. We therefore, recommend that system, please be sure that such a you read and follow all information and
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page iii PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS as their signals may weaken or interfere and suction cup or to the dashboard with the GPS satellite signal being using the included adhesive mounting received by your vmax361, causing it to disc. perform poorly. • DO NOT attempt to modify or disassemble the vmax361 unit. Personal injury or damage could result. If a WARNINGS ! ! problem occurs, stop using the system immediately and contact ROADMAX Inc.
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page iv PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS • CAUTION: Prolonged exposure to • The vmax361 unit IS NOT WATERPROOF. extreme temperatures may cause Avoid exposing it to rain or other forms permanent damage. Do not leave the of excessive moisture. vmax361 in a vehicle under extreme heat (over 60ºC or 142ºF) or cold (below 0ºC or 32ºF) temperatures. Malfunctions due to extreme temperatures are not covered under manufacturer warranty. • The vmax361 unit
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om - roadmax vmax361 - 5x5 version.qxp 9/25/2006 3:32 PM Page 1 WHAT’S IN THE BOX? LET’S GET STARTED! Your vmax361 system comes complete with everything you need to get set up and get going. Take a moment to review the contents of your system. 1 3 vmax361 Mounting Holder ROADMAX vmax361 Unit 2 vmax361 SD Memory Card (Already Installed) SD Memory Slot 6 Windshield Suction Mount 4 LCD Stylus Pen (Stored in left rear of unit) 5 12-Volt Car Adapter ! ! WARNING! IMPORTANT! Dashboard 7 Carrying P
