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GPS501
Operating Manual
&
Quick Start
Guide
Global Positioning System
. Safety Warning System
. Breadcrumb Tracking
. Trip Computer
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WARNINGS & NOTIFICATIONS When using the GPS501 in a motor vehicle it is the user's responsibility to ensure operating the GPS501 does not detract from the safe operation of the vehicle. For safety reasons it is not recommended that a driver change any settings while in motion. Please come to a complete stop or have a passenger make changes if necessary. The latitude, longitude, and altitude indications on the display depend on the MAP DATUM setting in the SET UP menu. GPS signal reception can be
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Quick Start Guide The Quick Start Guide pages are designed to allow you to install and start up your GPS501 as quickly as possible, however it does not attempt to explain any of the advanced features of the GPS501 unit. INSTALLING YOUR GPS501 Please consider the following before installing. Always use the windshield mount provided when using the GPS501 in a motor vehicle. Avoid any position which may obstruct the deployment of any air bags or obstruct the driver's view. Place your GPS501 i
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2 CONNECTING YOUR GPS501 i) Find the main unit, mounting bracket and suction cups in the main box/package. ii) Insert and locate the three suction cups on to the mounting bracket. C - Clip iii) The GPS501 fits into the C-Clip which can be rotated or turned. iv) Once the viewing angle is set, turn the lock knob clockwise to secure the C-Clip position. Lock Knob Always check that the GPS501 is firmly locked when you place it into the C-Clip. v) Find the 12VDC cigarette lighter adaptor and insert t
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3 INITIAL POWER ON i. Turn the GPS501 on by pressing and holding . ii. The opening screen will display. iii. If using batteries the battery type display will appear. Select battery type by pressing and then press to confirm. After the GPS signal is acquired the battery type will be remembered and this screen will not display on next power on. iv. The Trip Screen displays and the top of the display will indicate it is searching for satellite information. For the initial power up it may take up to
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4 DISPLAY MODE The GPS501 displays a screen from either the Display Mode, Safety Warning Alerts or Menu Mode. The Display Mode is the main working mode where information is shown. There are 6 Displays in the Display Mode. Press or to cycle through these modes. Sample displays are shown. TRIP GPS SIGNAL TRIP DATA POSITION GO TO TRACK v
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5 SAFETY WARNING ALERTS The GPS501 has a pre-programmed memory that will alert you of any Fixed Speed Camera, Red Light Camera or Black Spot. These displays pop up and an alert tone sounds when approaching the alert location. Typical displays are shown. RED LIGHT CAMERA BLACK SPOT AVERAGE SPEED CAMERA SPEED CAMERA SCHOOL ZONE vi
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6 MENU MODE The Menu Mode will gives access to settings and options. Key Guide Press to enter the main menu. Press and then to select and confirm options. Press to return to the previous display. End of Quick Start Guide vii
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CONTENTS Warnings & Notifications .............................................................................................................i Quick Start Guide.......................................................................................................................ii Installing Your GPS501...................................................................................................ii Connecting Your GPS501......................................................................
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CONTENTS MENU MODE .......................................................................................................... 19 Go To Menu ...................................................................................................20 Mark Location Menu .................................................................................... 24 Edit Location menu ..................................................... ................................ 26 Speed Menu ...............................
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INTRODUCTION The Uniden GPS501 is designed to provide you with years of trouble free service. It's rugged components and materials are capable of withstanding harsh environments. We are certain that you will enjoy your GPS501. Please read this operating Manual carefully to ensure you gain the optimum performance of the unit. FEATURES 2” Clear View White LCD Adjustable Fatigue Alert Mark and Edit your own safety backlight and contrast GPS Satellite signal information locations Multiple
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CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS GPS501 1 2 3 4 5 10 6 8 9 11 7 1. - Press to shortcut to GO TO Menu 7. - Press to cancel the most recent action Press and hold to start or save TRACK data Press to return to previous selection in Menu Mode Press to exit from Menu Mode on top menu 2. - Press to enter MENU mode Press and hold to set Dimmer On/Off Press and hold to turn Power On/Off 8. - Press to move cursor left for editing 3. - Press to select a menu item a Name Press to move the cursor up for editing a N
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INDICATORS DISPLAY MODE Icons - Tracking Icon is displayed when it is logging Track Data. - GPS Satellite Icon is displayed when GPS signal is acquired. - Battery Icon is displayed when the optional Batteries are inserted. - Charge Icon is displayed during charging of the optional rechargeable Batteries. 5
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INCLUDED WITH YOUR GPS501 GPS501 Owners Manual Hardwire lead Windscreen Bracket Cigarette Lighter Adaptor Lead Suction cups USB cable If any of these items are missing from the box, contact your dealer immediately. Optional Accessories Rechargeable NiMH batteries AC adaptor / charger Carry case Alkaline Batteries (non rechargeable) 6
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DISPLAY MODE TRIP SCREEN The Trip Screen displays this information: Time and Date Heading (Compass) Bearing (Arrowhead) Speed Odometer When GPS signal is not acquired "Searching for Satellite" scrolls instead of time and date. Shortcut Press and hold from any screen. 7
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DISPLAY MODE TRIP DATA SCREEN The Trip Data Screen displays LARGE (1 DATA), MIDDLE (2 DATA) or SMALL (5 DATA) items of information. Selection is from this information: HEADING SPEED (The running speed) BEARING (Bearing to the destination) TIME TO GO (Estimated time to the destination) DISTANCE TO GO (Distance to the destination) TRIP TIME (The time counted after turning the power on) TRIP ODOMETER (The mileage after turning the power on) AVERAGE SPEED MAX SPEED LOCATION (Info
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DISPLAY MODE GO TO SCREEN The Go To Screen displays information for direction to a destination. Name of the destination Heading (Compass) Bearing (Arrowhead) Time to go Distance to go The destination can be chosen from the following options: City POI (Points of Interest) Nearest POI Home* Work* Hotel* Airport* Track Data* Marked Point* Off * These are user stored destinations. Key Guide to select a GO TO destination GO TO Shortcut Press from any screen. 9
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If you select a Track Data from the destination menu then there are two types of Navigation guidance to select from: 1) Turn Point Navigation. The display indicates direction of, time and distance to the next turning point. Voice assistance will also be active. If GPS501 comes close to the Turn Point, it displays this display and Next Turn point alternatively. 2) Goal Navigation. The display indicates direction, time and distance to final destination point. Voice assistance will also be active.
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DISPLAY MODE TRACK SCREEN The Track Screen displays breadcrumb tracking for when you want to create and track a route. The Track Screen can also display previously stored track routes as a destination (used in this case as a GO TO screen) . The arrowhead for current position and direction, and the scale of the screen is displayed. The North up icon is displayed for North up screen. (There is no icon for Heading up screen.) During the logging of new Track Data, the route of the logged Track Data
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There are 3 screen modes: Normal screen mode - If map orientation has been set to North Up then current position is centre of the screen. If Heading Up is selected then current position is displayed just below the centre of the screen. Zoom in/out by pressing or . Press to change to Scroll screen mode. Scroll screen mode - Scroll the screen by pressing , , and . The scope indicator appears in the centre of the screen. Press to change to Zoom screen mode. Press to change to Normal screen mode. Zo
