ONIX 400 GPS/XM RADIO RECEIVER Quick Start Guide Model # 364000 ONIX400 1LIM QS Guide-Feb08 Revi1 1 English Lit # 98-0973/02-08 2/20/08 8:55:53 PM
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Warnings and Notices GPS System & Map Data Accuracy Notice: The Global Positioning System (GPS) is operated by the government of the United States, which is solely responsible for its accuracy and maintenance. The system is subject to changes which could affect the accuracy and performance of all GPS equipment. All map data sources contain some level of inaccuracies or incomplete data. Bushnell strives to provide the most recent map information at a reasonable cost.
Thank you for purchasing the Bushnell ONIX400 – the most advanced outdoor navigation device available today! This device is capable of receiving both GPS Satellite and XM Satellite Radio signals in an outdoor environment. The ONIX400 comes preloaded with a base road map of the United States and Canada including a Points of Interest data base. The GPS receiver has the capability to receive satellite signals worldwide. The XM Satellite Radio receiver presently only functions in the United States and Canada.
included Parts List • • • • • ONIX 400 GPS/XM Receiver Lithium Ion Battery Pack 128MB MicroSD Card AC Charging Cord USB Cable • Earbuds • Info Pack with Quick Start Guide, Registration Card, and CD-ROM battery charging, cleaning & maintenance • The internal Lithium Ion battery pack must be charged before the ONIX can be used for the first time.
controls and ports identification Helical Satellite Antennas and Lanyard Attachment Current Page Indicator 3.5” Color LCD Display Screen 5-Way Button Pad: Used to navigate on screen, select from menu options, and create waypoints. Press Up/Down arrows to select items in a menu, Right arrow to view submenus (if available), Left arrow to exit the menu. Press the “OK” center button to confirm a menu selection or turn an option on or off. Press the center “OK” button to set a waypoint on the MAP.
The six pages OF THE ONIX400 1. MAP-you will likely spend the most time on the MAP page, since it shows your current location relative to other objects and places. You can layer aerial photos, weather information, a compass and other navigation related items alone or in combinations over the top of the base map, making it even more useful and informative. 2. NAV (Navigation)- a basic display of the digital compass. View your current heading and true or magnetic north at any time by switching to this page.
TIPS FOR MAXIMIZING BATTERY LIFE IN THE ONIX 400 The ONIX400 uses the latest technology and exclusive features to provide the most efficient combination of battery life and functionality. The rechargeable Lithium Ion battery pack provides an extended capacity of power to run both your GPS and XM Satellite Radio features simultaneously. Power Saving Options The following features allow the user to extend battery life. 1) Power Menu a.
getting started 1. You must charge the battery pack before using the ONIX400. Attach the battery pack (first, verify that the MicroSD card is installed in its slot), referring to the instructions and photos on pg. 4. Plug the AC charger cord into the accessory port (pg. 5), then into an AC outlet (110-120 volt/60 cycle). 2. The initial charge may take up to 4 hours. A full charge is indicated when the status LED below the orange Hot button changes from red to green.
exploring the pages : Options And Settings Press MENU, then use the 5-way button to select (highlight) a page, then press “OK” (center button) to view that page. The current page you are on is always indicated in the box at the top of the display, just below the “Bushnell” logo. The MAP page is the most commonly used, and has the greatest number of display options that can be layered over the basic map elements. 1. The MAP Page Fig 1. MAP Page Base Map Fig 2. MAP Page Cursors Fig 3.
exploring the pages : Options And Settings Note: Your XM Weather subscription must be activated, and XM reception turned on, before it is possible to display any weather information. These are the Weather Info options (Fig. 4): a) Animate (view weather history in motion) b) Quick Radar (lower detail precipitation map, updated every 2 minutes) c) Radar Summary (data series updated every 15 min. Note that “animation” of the radar summary screen requires ≥30 min.
exploring the pages : Options And Settings the top of the screen) allow you to keep an eye at all times on a wide variety of information, all user selectable-they let you to “customize” your Page displays. Take a moment to explore the Info Boxes by following the steps below: Fig. 8a How to Set Up the Info Boxes Fig 7. MAP Page Nav Info Box Options (for upper boxes) Fig 8. MAP Page Info Box Options -List #1 (for lower boxes) Upper Info Boxes Lower Info Boxes (0 ~ 4, set by user) Fig 9.
exploring the pages : Options And Settings How to Set Up the Info Boxes-continued 9. You can also change the info displayed in the upper two Info Boxes, but these can only be used to show Nav related data. After following steps 1-3 above to get to the first lower Info Box, press UP and you will jump to the upper left Info Box. Press OK to see the list of choices to display here. Then press RIGHT to jump to the upper right Info Box and repeat.
exploring the pages : Options And Settings Fig 13. Weather Page “Current Weather” Fig 14. Weather Page Next Day Forecast (Press OK button to choose “When”) Fig 15. Weather Page Weather at Destination (Press HOT button to choose “Where”) 14 ONIX400 1LIM QS Guide-Feb08 Revi14 14 a bearing, unlike GPS driven compasses. The digital compass is self-calibrating (no user- initiated calibration routine is required).
exploring the pages : Options And Settings • Update Data-select this option and press the Right button to choose: Update Now (updates weather information to the latest available), Auto Update (let the ONIX update weather info automatically on a regular basis) or Data Status (monitor the age of the displayed weather data, reception status, XM satellite signal strength, etc).
exploring the pages : Options And Settings Fig 18. SET Page Options List Fig 20a. SET Page XM Radio Options Fig 20b. SET Page XM Sports/Weather Options • GPS-press the right button and select GPS satellite reception “ON” to for normal GPS operation, select “OFF” to conserve battery life if you are not going to be navigating and only want to use the XM weather or entertainment services, or while you are getting more familiar with your ONIX indoors where GPS reception is not possible.
exploring the pages : Options And Settings •Time-sets time format: 24 hr or AM/PM, North American time zone, UTC (Universal Time) Offset (for other time zones), daylight savings. •Units-selecting distance/speed units, elevation units, GPS position format, and datum (default for North America is WGS84-see the glossary for more info.) •Language- selects language used for all display menus and option screens.
using your onix400 gps receiver : The HOT Button To edit the text, arrow up to the waypoint name, then click OK and use the keypad screen you will see to create a name to replace it (see “Using the Text Tool” on pg.19 for details on how to do this). You can also move down to select the icon, and again press OK and choose from the available different icons (Fig. 22). Move down to the alarm icon in the popup window and press OK to turn on the alarm for that waypoint.
using your onix400 gps receiver : The HOT Button the ONIX will begin to point you towards that area. (Note that you must have selected photos or topos as a screen layer in your MAP options as described earlier on page 9 if you want to see it while navigating.) Alternatively, instead of pressing OK, you can right arrow from the name on the list and go to the “eyeball” icon, then press OK to just view the photo or topo without starting navigation.
using your onix400 gps receiver : SafeTrack™ SafeTrack™ Battery Conservation Mode Fig 27. SafeTrack Screen Fig 28. SafeTrack Options (select “Options” from SafeTrack Screen) SafeTrack is a Bushnell exclusive feature that extends and conserves battery power, without the wait to re-establish GPS satellite contact after a full power down. When you are in SafeTrack mode, the display screen will shut off, and the status LED will blink green.
using your onix400 gps receiver : Text & Icon Editing Using the Text Tool Procedure for Editing Names of Waypoints, Trails and other Items Anytime a name field is highlighted, click OK to bring up the text entry tool (Fig. 29). This is a multi-function tool that is controlled by the 5-way button. Your current selection is always highlighted. Move left/right or up/down to select letters and numbers, then press OK to enter your selection. Press and hold the Left or Right button to move to a different section.
appendix: How to Personalize Your XM Channel Monitor and Scoreboard Fig 31. XM Radio “HOT Button” Menu Fig 32. My Channels-options Favorite (Heart) Hide (X) Fig 33. Favorite Channel & Hide Channel Icons 22 Fig 34. Checkmarking Categories ONIX400 1LIM QS Guide-Feb08 Revi22 22 When you are on the XM Radio Page, press the HOT button to view the XM Radio HOT button menu (Fig.
appendix: How to Personalize Your XM Channel Monitor and Scoreboard 5. My Sports: Select “My Sports” from the XM Hot button menu to determine what information will be shown on your “Scoreboard” seen when the “Sports” tab is active. Begin by highlighting, then checkmarking (press OK), the main sports categories you are currently interested in (Fig. 36).
DOWNLOADS / BushnellGPS.com / CD-ROM Downloading, Uploading and Storing Satellite (Aerial) Photos and Topo Maps Now that you are familiar with your Bushnell ONIX series GPS, you are ready to take advantage of many of the easy to use exclusive Bushnell features. In conjunction with your Bushnell GPS unit, you have two additional tools that make your ONIX the most functional GPS for your next outdoor excursion– BushnellGPS.com and the ONIX CD with the GPS PC Companion program. The BushnellGPS.
TROUBLESHOOTING SYMPTOM POSSIBLE PROBLEM SOLUTION No Power On 1. Battery charge is low 2. Power button was not pressed for 1-2 sec. 1. Be sure battery has been fully charged before use. Avoid excessive use of the backlight, which may shorten battery life. 2. Press power button until LCD comes on Unit does not detect GPS satellites 1. GPS reception is turned off in SET page 2. Insufficient time allowed for satellite acquisition 3. Unit does not have unobstructed view of the sky 1.
FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
ONE Year LIMITED WARRANTY Your Bushnell GPS/XM receiver is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for one year after the date of purchase. In the event of a defect under this warranty, we will, at our option, repair or replace the product, provided that you return the product with return postage prepaid. This warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, improper handling, installation, or maintenance provided by someone other than a Bushnell Authorized Service Department.
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