Portable Navigation System Model: CN-GP50U Important Information English Français Español Please read these instructions (including “Limited Warranty”and “Customer Services directry”) carefully before using this product and keep this manual for future reference. Read the “Safety information” presented in this manual before mounting or connecting this product.
Structure of instructions The instructions consist of the following items. First, read “Safety information” in “Important Information”. Then, read each of the instruction manuals as necessary.
Table of contents Structure of instructions.................................................................2 Safety information........................................................................4 Notes on use............................................................................. 11 Limited warranty........................................................................ 16 Customer service directry............................................................. 17 About the data of the map..........
Safety information Read the operating instructions for the unit and all other components carefully before using the system. They contain instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions given in the manuals. Panasonic assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the precautions given in this manual.
Warning Observe the following warnings when using this unit. Do not use the unit when it is out of order. I f the unit is out of order (no power, no sound) or in an abnormal state (has foreign objects in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or smells), turn it off immediately and consult your dealer or authorized Panasonic Servicenter. Do not use the unit as a substitute for the navigation equipment of a boat, ship or aircraft, or a map for mountain climbing.
Safety information (continued) Warning Observe the following warnings when handling Cigarette Lighter Adapter and AC Charger. Securely insert the power plug all the way up to its base. Failure to insert it all the way may cause an electric shock, or the generation of heat resulting in a fire. Do not use a damaged plug or loose outlet. Routinely remove dust from the plug of the AC Charger (option).
Warning Observe the following warnings when installing the product. Never use safety-related components of the vehicle for installation, wiring, and other such functions. o not use safety-related vehicle components (fuel tank, brake, suspension, steering wheel, D pedals, airbag, etc.) for wiring or fixing the unit or accessories of this product. Installing the product on the airbag cover or in a location where it interferes with airbag operation is prohibited.
Safety information (continued) Caution Observe the following cautions when using this unit. Do not operate the unit for a prolonged period with the engine turned off. Operating the unit for a long period of time with the engine turned off will drain the battery. Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight or excessive heat. T his will raise the interior temperature of the unit, and may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit.
Caution Observe the following cautions when installing the product. Use the designated parts and tools for installation. se the included or designated parts and appropriate tools to install the product. The use U of parts other than those included or designated may result in internal damage to the unit. Faulty installation may lead to an accident, a malfunction or fire. Do not install the product where it is exposed to strong vibrations or is unstable.
Safety information (continued) The following applies only in the U.S.A. CAUTION: l NOTICE TO DRIVERS IN CALIFORNIA AND MINNESOTA: State law prohibits drivers in California and Minnesota from using mounts on their windshields while operating motor vehicles. Panasonic does not take any responsibility for any fines, penalties, or damages that may be incurred as a result of disregarding this notice. (See California Vehicle Code Section 26708(a); Minnesota Statutes 2005, Section 169.
Notes on use l The technology and software contained l Sudden changes in the temperature inside the in this system cannot be taken out of the country without permission from the US Government. l Use by government agencies and governmentrelated bodies is deemed to involve “corporation rights” requiring use under “DFARS 252.227.7013”. l This Category II radiocommunication device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-310.
Notes on use (continued) Notes on power supply Charging Procedure Notes on Lithium Ion Battery The unit contains a lithium ion battery. You can use the following procedures to charge the battery. l Charging takes approximately 6 hours when the main power is off.
Handling the unit Notes on SD Memory Card Do not drop the unit or hit it against anything while carrying it. Furthermore, be careful not to subject the unit to strong pressure. The unit supports SD Memory Cards of up to 2 GB. Cards of 4 GB or above (SDHC memory card) cannot be used, because the standard is different. l Do not sit down while the unit is in your pants pocket, and do not force the unit into a bag that is already full.
Notes on use (continued) ® Notes on Bluetooth English 14 14 Frequency Band Used The unit uses the 2.4 GHz frequency band, but other wireless devices may also use the same frequency. Note the following to prevent radio waves interfering with other wireless devices.
Notes on Picture file Still image data can be saved to an SD Memory Card and then played with the unit. The unit can play JPEG and BMP files. What is JPEG? An acronym for Joint Photographic Experts Group.It is one of the standards for compressing and expanding color still images.
Limited warranty U.S.A. PANASONIC CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC CORPORATION OF NORTH AMERICA One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 PANASONIC SALES COMPANY, DIVISION OF PANASONIC PUERTO RICO, INC. Ave. 65 de infanteria, Km. 9.5, San Gabriel Industrial Park Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 PANASONIC AUTO PRODUCTS LIMITED WARRANTY English LIMITED WARRANTY COVERAGE If your product does not work properly because of defects in materials and workmanship.
Customer service directry U.S.A. CANADA Panasonic Canada Inc. 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga Ontario L4W 2T3 PANASONIC PRODUCT LIMITED WARRANTY Panasonic Canada Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and agrees to remedy any such defect for a period as stated below from the date of original purchase.
About the data of the map END-USER TERMS The data (“Data”) is provided for your personal, internal use only and not for resale. It is protected by copyright, and is subject to the following terms and conditions which are agreed to by you, on the one hand, and Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. Panasonic Automotive Systems Company (“Panasonic”) and its licensors (including their licensors and suppliers) on the other hand. © 2007 NAVTEQ. All rights reserved.
INDIRECT, WHICH MAY RESULT FROM THE USE OR POSSESSION OF THE INFORMATION; OR FOR ANY LOSS OF PROFIT, REVENUE, CONTRACTS OR SAVINGS, OR ANY OTHER DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THIS INFORMATION, ANY DEFECT IN THE INFORMATION, OR THE BREACH OF THESE TERMS OR CONDITIONS, WHETHER IN AN ACTION IN CONTRACT OR TORT OR BASED ON A WARRANTY, EVEN IF Panasonic OR ITS LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Troubleshooting If you suspect something wrong Check and take steps as described below. If the described suggestions do not solve the problem, it is recommended to take the unit to your nearest authorized Panasonic Servicenter. The product should be serviced only by qualified personnel. Please refer checking and repair to professionals. Panasonic shall not be liable for any accidents arising out of neglect of checking the unit or your own repair after your checking.
Common Problem Presumable cause Suggested solution l There is an electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone near the unit or Cigarette Lighter Adapter (included) or AC Charger (option). Keep the electromagnetic-wave generator such as a cellular phone away from the unit and the wiring of the unit. In case the noise cannot be eliminated due to the wiring harness of the car, consult your dealer or authorized Panasonic Servicenter.
Troubleshooting (continued) Car navigation Presumable cause Suggested solution Problem The navigation does not work even when the power of the unit is turned on. Vehicle position is not displayed. l The SD Memory Card on which the map is recorded has not been inserted. Insert the SD Memory Card on which the map is recorded. l The display is not in current position screen. Select . l The vehicle location may have been changed while the English l Vehicle position is not displayed correctly.
Car navigation Problem Presumable cause Suggested solution l Even when ordinary road search is prioritized, the route The route uses toll roads even when ordinary road search is prioritized. may employ toll roads due to the current position and the destination. This is not a malfunction. When making a route on ordinary roads, add a destination on the road you want to use. l A route is created if it is not possible to reach the A route is created on roads other than the specified road.
Troubleshooting (continued) Picture Viewer Problem Presumable cause Suggested solution l An attempt was made to play a file of a format that A picture cannot be played. cannot be played by the unit. Confirm the file format of the picture. Bluetooth Hands-Free Problem Presumable cause Suggested solution English l The mobile phone does not support HFP (Hands Free Unable to register, connect, or call. Profile). A mobile phone that does not support HFP cannot be registered.
Restoring If the unit does not work properly, restore the application and map of the unit. Restore requirements l l l l l l PC SD Memory Card reader/writer CN-GP50U (included) SD Memory Card (included) USB Cable (included) DVD-ROM (included) Maintenance Caution on cleaning Your product is designed and manufactured to ensure a minimum of maintenance. Use a dry soft cloth for routine exterior cleaning. Never use benzine, thinner or other solvents.
What is a navigation system? A navigation system marks a route to a destination or destinations on a map, guiding the user along the route to the destination. Vehicle positioning system n GPS (Global Positioning System) n Map matching The positioning system uses communications satellites launched by the US Department of Defense. Signals are received from three or more satellites orbiting at 21 000 km altitude, and the principle of triangulation is used to find the position.
Vehicle positioning precision Route searching The vehicle mark position may not be displayed correctly due to the driving environment and the GPS satellite status. The following situations do not indicate a malfunction: Continue driving without taking further action, and the map matching function and GPS satellite data will be used to automatically correct the vehicle mark position.
Specification Power Power Supply Current consumption When using the internal lithium ion battery When the internal lithium ion battery is fully charged and using the Cigarette Lighter Adapter When the internal lithium ion battery is charging and using the Cigarette Lighter Adapter 5 V DC, 2 A, negative ground Less than 300 mA 600 mA 750 mA to 430 mA Internal lithium ion battery English Cigarette Lighter Adaptor Charging time l When charging the battery from empty to full in room USB cable temperature [1
Internal GPS antenna Type Frequency range Receiver sensitivity Receiving method Patch antenna 1 575.42 MHz (C/A code) with 2 level LNA −157 dBm to −159 dBm SiRF Star III standard Parallel 20 ch Bluetooth Communication Frequency Number of Channels Communication Mode RF Output Service Area Applicable Bluetooth Version 2 402 MHz to 2 480 MHz 79 Channels Frequency Hopped Spread Spectrum Communication -1 dBm (0.8 mW) Within 10 m Ver1.2 Cigarette Lighter Adapter Input 12 V DC (11 V to 16 V), test voltage 14.
Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company, Division of Panasonic Corporation of North America One Panasonic Way, Secaucus, New Jersey 07094 http://www.panasonic.com Panasonic Puerto Rico, Inc. Panasonic Canada Inc. Ave. 65 de Infanteria, Km. 9.5 San Gabriel Industrial Park, Carolina, Puerto Rico 00985 http://www.panasonic.com 5770 Ambler Drive, Mississauga, Ontario L4W 2T3 http://www.panasonic.ca © 2007 Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.