Handheld EasyGuide Pharos Traveler GPS 535 English
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Your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Important notes Operating the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Configuring the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Connecting and networking the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 with other devices EasyGuide Troubleshooting and tips Technical data Index September 2007 2
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Contents Notational conventions ...................................................................................................................... 7 Software overview ............................................................................................................................. 8 Important notes ................................................................................................................................. 9 Safety notes ....................................................
FSC KeyLock: Preventing switch-on with application buttons .................................................. 40 Assigning chosen functions to the hardware buttons ............................................................... 40 Connecting and networking the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 with other devices ......................... 41 Wireless data transfer with infrared interface ................................................................................... 41 Wireless connection via Wireless LAN ........
Your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 … ... is equipped with the Office applications Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. In Outlook you cannot only receive and send e-mails, but also manage your appointments and be reminded of your tasks. You can access names, e-mail addresses and telephone numbers while you are away from your home or office. You can store notes in written form or verbally. Memory cards ensure that even large amounts of data can be carried along reliably.
Notational conventions The meanings of the symbols and fonts used in this manual are as follows: ! i pay particular attention to texts marked with this symbol. Failure to observe this warning may endanger your life, destroy the system, or lead to loss of data. Failure to follow the instructions may lead to loss of data, invalidate your warranty, destroy the Pharos Traveler GPS 535, or endanger your life. indicates important information which is required to use the system properly.
Software overview The following table provides an overview of the most important programs which are already installed on your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 and where you can find information on using these programs.
Important notes This chapter contains safety notes and important information you must observe when using your Pharos Traveler GPS 535. This Pharos Traveler GPS 535 complies with the relevant safety regulations for data processing equipment. If you have questions as to whether you can set up and operate the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 in the intended environment, please contact your sales point or our hotline/help desk.
Underway with the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Observe the following information when you travel with your Pharos Traveler GPS 535. Transporting Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Switch the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 off. Use the pouch for transporting the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 that provides protection against jolts and impacts (the protective pouch is available as an accessory). Protect the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 from severe shocks and extreme temperatures (e.g., direct sunlight in a car).
Using the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Store the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 in a fully charged state in a dry environment. If you store the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 for up to a month, the storage temperature should be between -20°C and +60°C. If you store the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 for up to three months, the storage temperature should be between -20°C and +45°C. The lower the temperature at which the batteries are stored, the lower is the rate of self-discharge.
CE marking Products bearing the CE marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. CE compliance of this device is valid only if powered with by a CE-marked AC Adapter provided by HTC.
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Operating the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 In this section you will find a description of the operating controls of your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 and how you operate the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ! Follow the instructions in the chapter "Important notes".
1= 2= 3= 4= 5= Navigation button (N) Today button Navigation key Contacts button Calendar button Back of the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 1= 2= 3= 4= 5= 15 Pen Slot for SD/MMC expansion cards Port for headphones or active loudspeakers Battery compartment cover Port for external GPS antenna (optional)
Displays (power-on display and radio display) Indicator Color Description Indicator state Status: battery charge level orange Battery fully charged on Battery is being charged flashing Battery charger not connected off Status: message green Message present flashing Radio indicator: WLAN green WLAN activated flashing Radio indicator: GPS orange GPS activated flashing i If the battery is being charged and a message is present at the same time, the power-on indicator flashes orange and
Inserting battery ► Pull the cover (1) off the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 in the direction of the arrow. ► Lay the battery in the battery compartment (2 +3). When doing so, watch the contact connections and hold onto the tab (4). ► Slide the cover (5) in the direction of the arrow as far as it will go. i The battery is not charged at the time of delivery. Therefore, charge the battery for 12 hours before the first mobile use (see "Connecting Power adapter " section).
Connecting Power adapter ! Follow the instructions in the chapter "Important notes". You can connect the Power adapter directly to the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ► 18 If your power adapter includes a separate plug as shown in the figure, slide the power adapter plug into the Power adapter in the direction of the arrow until it engages.
3 2 1 ► Connect the ActiveSync cable (1) to the ActiveSync port on the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ► Connect the power adapter cable (2) to the DC socket of the ActiveSync cable. ► Connect the Power adapter (3) to an electrical outlet. The installed battery will now be charged. The power-on indicator flashes orange. i Please note that: Do not connect your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 to your computer (PC/notebook) yet.
Installing ActiveSync on your PC/notebook Data synchronization helps you always keep your data on your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 and your PC/notebook up to date when you work alternately with your PC/notebook and your Pharos Traveler GPS 535. The ActiveSync cable and the ActiveSync software are provided for data synchronization. ActiveSync is already installed on your Pharos Traveler GPS 535. You need only install ActiveSync on your PC or notebook.
Start the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 for the first time ► Press the Suspend/Resume button (1) to switch on the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ► Pull out the pen (2) in the direction of the arrow. Adjusting touchscreen The display of your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 is a touchscreen. To ensure that the touchscreen of your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 reacts correctly when touched with the stylus, you will be asked to align the touchscreen after the initial start-up.
First data synchronization between the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 and the PC/notebook After you have specified the desired and required settings for synchronization in the ActiveSync Setup Wizard, the first synchronization starts automatically. Switching Pharos Traveler GPS 535 off and on Switch the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 on or off with the Suspend/Resume button. After certain applications or the installation of new programs, it may be necessary to restart the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 with the soft reset.
i With the appropriate setting in FSC KeyLock you can prevent the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 being started by pressing the application button. Switching the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 on and off to save the batteries Switching off ► Press the Suspend/Resume button (1) for more than 1 second. All programs are closed and the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 is completely switched off. The Pharos Traveler GPS 535 does not use any more power. You can store the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 for several weeks.
Switching on and off with soft reset (warm boot) After certain applications or the installation of new programs, it may be necessary to restart the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 with the soft reset. i Unsaved data is lost. Shut down all programs before you restart the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ► Briefly press the stylus tip (1) into the soft reset opening. The warm boot is carried out.
Resetting the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 (Cold start) If your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 locks up and switching it on and off with the suspend/resume button and soft reset has no effect, you can reset your Pharos Traveler GPS 535. i ► Unsaved data is lost. Shut down all programs before you reset the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. Simultaneously press the Suspend/Resume button (1) and the stylus tip (2) into the soft reset opening.
Resetting Pharos Traveler GPS 535 to delivered state ► Simultaneously press and hold the Suspend/Resume button (1) and the Calendar application button (2). ► Briefly press the stylus tip into the soft reset opening (3). Continue to hold down the Suspend/Resume button and the Calendar application button for a few seconds. The reset can take a few minutes. At the end an acoustic signal sounds. Please follow the further instructions on the display.
Using standard operating elements Using the pen ► Briefly touch the desired element on the display with the stylus to trigger an action. ► To activate popup menus, also touch the desired element with the stylus; however allow the stylus to rest on the element for a moment. The popup menu appears and you can select an element by touching it.
Using the application buttons 1= 2= 3= 4= Navigation button Today button Contacts button Calendar button With the application buttons and the appropriate preset (see chapter "Configuring the Pharos Traveler GPS 535"), you can open your preferred programs and applications directly from suspend mode or from within an application. Because the application button react differently to short or long keystrokes you can assign a total of eight different programs or applications to the application buttons.
Inserting and removing expansion card A slot enables the operation of an SD (Secure Digital I/O) or MMC (MultiMediaCard) expansion card. ! Observe the manufacturer's instructions when using the expansion cards. Never use force when inserting or removing an expansion card. Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot. Inserting expansion card ► Press on the edge of the placeholder (1) so that the placeholder is pushed out of the slot somewhat.
Removing expansion card ► Press on the edge of the expansion card (1) so that the expansion card jumps out of the slot slightly. ► Slide the expansion card out of the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 (2). ► Insert the placeholder (3) again into the slot if necessary. The placeholder protrudes one to two millimeters.
Underway with the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Using GPS With the built-in GPS receiver and navigation software you can use the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 as a navigation system. You have two options for using the navigation software on your Pharos Traveler GPS 535: You can use the navigation software on a preinstalled expansion card. You can install the navigation software via your PC, e.g. from a DVD.
You can continue to work with the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 during charging. This extends the charging time. i Follow the instructions on the Power adapter in the section "Connecting Power adapter ". Charging the battery directly via the Power adapter You can connect the Power adapter directly to the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. There are two ways to do this: You can use the ActiveSync cable. You can use the adapter.
Connecting Power adapter to Pharos Traveler GPS 535 with adapter 3 2 1 ► Connect the adapter (1) to the ActiveSync port of the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ► Connect the power adapter cable (2) to the adapter. ► Connect the Power adapter (3) to an electrical outlet. The installed battery will now be charged. The power-on indicator flashes orange. When the battery is fully charged, the power-on indicator lights continuously orange.
Charging the battery via a USB port ► Connect the ActiveSync cable to your Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ► Connect the ActiveSync cable to the computer’s USB port. i The computer’s USB port must deliver no less than 500 Ma of power. Because of the low charging current, the charging process will take longer than it does using the power adapter.
Synchronizing data with ActiveSync To have the current version of the data you have processed on the road on your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 available on your PC/notebook, you must copy this data to your PC/notebook.
Connecting the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 with PC/Notebook 4 3 1 2 ► Switch your PC or notebook on. ► Connect the ActiveSync cable (1) to the ActiveSync port on the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ► Connect the ActiveSync cable to a USB port (2) of your PC/notebook. The Pharos Traveler GPS 535 is now connected to your PC/notebook. The ActiveSync partnership between your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 and your PC/notebook will be established.
Configuring the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 You can already choose from a large number of programs when you use the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 for the first time. In addition, proven default settings are defined for the menu structure, energy management, memory management and security functions. But, of course, you can add and remove programs and configure the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 as desired. You will find out how to use some of the functions (e.g. energy management) in this section.
Using energy-saving functions You can save energy in several ways to optimally utilize the battery operating time: ● Switch the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 into the Suspend mode when you are not using it. ● Reduce the processor speed. ● Switch the display lighting off or reduce the brightness. ● Switch off the sound, reduce the volume or only allow acoustic signals for certain applications.
Adjusting menus Frequently used programs appear in the Start menu. You can adjust the Start menu to meet your needs. ► Touch the Menus symbol under Start - Settings - Personal. A list of programs/applications appears. To remove programs from the Start menu, clear the checkbox for the program. To add programs to the Start menu, click in the checkbox of the desired program. A check mark appears in the checkbox.
Configuring hardware keys FSC KeyLock: Preventing switch-on with application buttons By default, your Pharos Traveler GPS 535 starts up if the Suspend button and an application button are pressed. Using the FSC KeyLock program you can specify that the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 only starts if the Suspend button is pressed. You can find the FSC KeyLock program under Start – Settings – Personal – Keys - FSC KeyLock.
Connecting and networking the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 with other devices The Pharos Traveler GPS 535 offers a wide range of ways to exchange data with other devices or to work in a network. You are already familiar with data synchronization via ActiveSync and the ActiveSync cable in the section "Synchronizing". You can connect the supplied ActiveSync cable to all PCs notebooks with a USB interface. In addition, the infrared interface and wireless LAN are available for wireless communication.
Troubleshooting and tips If a fault occurs in your Pharos Traveler GPS 535, try to eliminate it with the measures described in this chapter. If you fail to correct the problem, proceed as follows: ► Make a note of the steps and the circumstances that led to the fault. Also make a note of any error messages displayed. ► Switch the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 off. ► Contact your sales outlet or our hotline/help desk.
The Pharos Traveler GPS 535 does not start after switch on If the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 does not start after switch on, this may be due to one of the following: The battery is dead. ► Charge the battery. ► Connect the Power adapter to the Pharos Traveler GPS 535. ► Check whether the power cable is plugged properly into the power adapter and into the electrical outlet. The indicator on the power adapter should illuminate. The battery is charged. The power-on indicator flashes orange.
No sound or minimal volume Check whether the volume is set correctly. ► Touch the loudspeaker symbol in the navigation bar. A popup window for the loudspeaker settings appears. ► Activate the selection field for Off with the stylus. or ► Set the desired volume on the slide control with the stylus. Poor reception via GPS The installation position of the Pharos Traveler GPS 535 in your vehicle is unfavorable. ► Change the installation position of the Pharos Traveler GPS 535.
Technical data Pharos Traveler GPS 535 Processor: Intel PXA270 312 MHz Main memory: 128 Mbyte ROM 64 Mbyte RAM Electrical data Regulations complied with: Protection class: CE, FCC Part 15 Class B, EN 60950, UL, cUL III Maximum power draw: 10 W (when Pharos Traveler GPS 535 is on with battery charging) Display Transreflective TFT display: 3.
Battery (Li-Ion) Rated capacity: 1200 mAh Charging time (when not in operation): Max. 3 hours Operating time: up to 12 hours up to 350 hours in stand-by mode Power adapter Primary: Rated voltage: Frequency: 100 V to 240 V (automatic) 50 Hz to 60 Hz (automatic) Secondary: Rated voltage: Max. rated current: 5 V ±5% 2.
Index infrared, 41 Wireless LAN, 41 Date, not correct, 42 Date/Time incorrect, 42 Delivered state, 25 Display, 14 cleaning, 11 difficult to read, 42 reflected glare, 42 remains dark, 42 Display lighting, 38 switching off, 28 switching on, 28 Displays, 14 Disposal, 11 A ActiveSync partnership, establishing, 20 ActiveSync port, 14 ActiveSync, installing, 20 Adjusting touchscreen, 21 Application button Calendar button, 15 CONNECTMOBILITY-E2C button, 15 Contacts button, 15 navigation button, 15 switching on, 2
Infrared interface, 14, 41 Initial start-up, 16 basic operation, 21 first start, 21 Today screen, 21 touchscreen, 21 technical data, 46 with ActiveSync cable on Pocket PC, 32 with adapter on Pocket PC, 33 R Radio indicator, 14 Record button, 14 Recycling, 11 M Microphone, 14 N S Navigation button, 15 Navigation key, 15 No sound, 44 Notational conventions, 7 Notes CE marking, 12 cleaning, 11 disposal, 11 safety, 9 Safety notes, 9 Screen too bright, 42 Signs and symbols, 7 Soft reset carrying out, 24 ope
Transport, 10 Travel, Pocket PC, 10 Troubleshooting, 42 V Volume, minimal, 44 W U Warm boot, 24 Wireless data transfer, 41 Wireless indicator, 16 Wireless LAN, 41 WLAN, 41 indicator, 16 Using navigation key, 27 Using the application buttons, 28 Using the pen, 27 49
