GPSmile 53 Portable Automobile Navigation System Product User Manual Version: V1.01 January 2007 Registered info HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc. All other trademarks belong to each registered companies. Note z z Contents of this manual will be modified without further notice. The proper operation temperature of the product is between 0℃~40℃. Operating or recharging in an environment with temperature over 45℃ might cause system to stop functioning.
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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 1. Do not use the power adapter in a wet environment. When hands and feet are wet, do not touch the power adapter. 2. 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 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 , stating your query and location. Maintenance Service HOLUX Technology, Inc. +886-3-6687000 Web Site: www.holux.com E-mail: info@holux.com HOLUX Technology, Inc. www.holux.
Table of Contents Warranty Statement .........................................................iv Technical Support.............................................................v Maintenance Service.........................................................v Preface ...............................................................................1 Symbols .............................................................................1 Important Notice ...............................................................
Operating Methods .........................................................14 Startup .................................................................................... 14 Shutdown................................................................................ 14 Using Functions ..............................................................15 Function Menu Music Playback Function......................... 16 Storing MP3 files onto SD memory cards............................. 16 Starting music playback.....
Using the stylus ............................................................................. 33 Cleaning the screen....................................................................... 33 Do not disassemble....................................................................... 33 Storage.................................................................................... 33 Appendix..........................................................................34 Specifications ...............................
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. 9 This icon means to take note to messages and to read for while during use. 0 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.
Package Contents Your product should include the following accessories: GPSmile53 NAV-53 Unit In Vehicle Bracket Bracket fixing Car Adapter Home / Travel Adapter (Optional) SD Memory Card (Optional) CD-ROM Quick Guide 4
Basic Operation Introduction Front View 3.
Left Side External Antenna port USB port Right Side Stylus SD card slot Top View GPSmile53 6
Getting Started If you are a first-time system user, the following explanations will help you quickly understand the system operations, and experience the system’s powerful and convenient functions. SD memory card installation This unit is equipped with a SD memory card slot; you can purchase SD (Secure Digital) Cards to expand the memory capacity. To insert the memory card: With the metal contacts of the memory card facing back, insert the card into the slot on the right side of the unit.
Using the stylus This unit can be controlled easily though the touch screen. The stylus is an assist tool for operating this unit and is concealed in a pen slot at the rear. Pull out to use. Stylus I/O interface The I/O interface has five pins, and each pin function is described as below. Pin 12345 GPSmile53 8 Function 1 VCCIN (DC 5.4 ± 0.2 1A) 2 TX Serial Data output port A (TTL Level；Voh≧2.4V， Vol≦0.4V; Ioh=Iol=2mA) 3 RX Serial Data input port A(TTL Level；Vih≧0.7*VCC； Vil≦0.
Charging Using Home / Travel adapter: Before using the device for the first time, we strongly suggest you use a fully charged battery. 1. Insert the USB connector into the unit. 2. Plug the adapter into a power outlet.
Using the car charger: While using the device in a vehicle, use the included car charger for long periods of usage. 1. Plug in the small plug into the power jack on the rear of the in vehicle bracket. 2. Insert the other end into the cigarette lighter.
9 This device uses a built-in rechargeable battery, please note the following: • Please do not charge in a hot environment, such as on a balcony or expose to direct sunlight. • Do not wait until the battery is depleted to recharge. • When not using the unit for a long time, please turn off the system switch. • When charging a completely depleted battery, wait at least one minute before system startup. This will prevent excessive battery discharge.
Using the In Vehicle Bracket The included in vehicle bracket set can be securely suctioned on the front windshield, or using the adhesive plate, securing on top of the glove compartment. This device will effectively secure the GPS unit in the vehicle. Follow the procedures below to secure the bracket: 1. Follow the arrows and stable the unit into the in-vehicle bracket fitting holes to secure. 2. Gently push in the unit until the unit is tightly fixed with the bracket.
3. Bend the bracket support to a proper angle. Suction the vehicle bracket securely to the windshield, ensuring its base is resting firmly on the dashboard. 4. Follow the directions to insert the bracket into the slots on the bracket, and slide to fix the set (A Æ B). 5. The in vehicle bracket assembly is complete.
Operating Methods Startup 1. For first time use, please turn the system power switch at the rear side On. 2. Press and hold the power button for about two seconds to turn on the power. Note: Before the first time use, please switch the system power on. Shutdown 1. While power is on, press the power button to turn off power. 2. If the unit will not be used for a long time, turn the system power switch at the rear side Off.
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. GPS Loads the navigation program and navigation screen Note: If the SD card with navigator software is inserted, the system will enter GPS function automatically after startup.
Function Menu 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.
Other The other 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. Video Video can read the film with the following data format: __.wmv, __.asf. Please convert file into readable format and save them onto the SD memory card in a folder named "film". 1.
3. On the sub menu, select [ Video ] icon to enter. 4. Use the arrow key right/left to forward/backward the film.
Full Screen Mode Double click at anywhere on the screen to exit full screen mode 5. Press "X" to exit the film viewer.
eBook eBook can only read file with __txt format, please save them onto the SD memory card in a folder named "ebook". 1. Insert the SD memory card with ebook files into the SD memory card slot on the unit. 2. Power on, and at the Main Menu Screen, select the [ Other ] icon. 3. On the sub menu, select [ eBook ] icon to enter.
4. Use the arrow key up and down to change between books. 1 eBook Title 6 Next 2 Screen 7 Page up 3 Time 8 Page down 4 Exit 9 Page Status 5 Previous 10 Battery 5. Press "X" to exit the eBook reader.
Setting Time 1. After system startup, select [Other] 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. Select from the Minute pull down menu and choose the correct value. Hour Minute 4. Select to confirm, or select to keep original settings. 5. Select 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.
Startup Message 1. GPSmile53 Under the settings window, check on the Warning Voice to; / F (check / uncheck) 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 Setting The backlight setting will adjust the brightness of the backlight and the auto-off time. 1. Under the setting window, select Backlight to enter the backlight setting 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). Backlight brightness 3. Scroll the brightness bar to control backlight brightness. There are six levels in total. 4. Select to confirm or select 5.
Version 1. Under the setting window, select Version to enter the version window. 2. The screen display will show the version information. 3. Select to exit the Version screen.
About 1. Under the Other window, select About to enter the about page. 2. The screen display will show instructions for all function. 3. Select GPSmile53 to exit the Version screen.
Using the CD Troubleshooting System reset Only under extremely few circumstances will it be required to reboot the system. Reset your system if the following situations occur: 1. Heavy lag experienced with screen refresh or operations, resulting in an inoperable system. 2. Cannot turn off the system with power button. 3. No response with selection on the screen. • Switch the system power to be off and switch it back on. System Power switch • The system will immediately reset.
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 : 38 sec. •Cold start : 42 sec. Accuracy Position: 10 m. for 90% Velocity: 0.1 m/s GPS antenna Built-in patch antenna Handheld Software (Pre-loaded) Companion CD:NAV-53 Handheld Manual Processor Samsung S3C2440A 400 MHz. Operating System Microsoft Windows CE. Net 4.
Federal regulations This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of directive 1999/5/EC.
