ALERTEGPS G100 Owner's manual

Type
Owner's manual

ALERTEGPS G100 is a speed camera detection system that features audible alerts for approaching control zones (fixed, mobile, red light) and dangerous zones (dangerous curves, intersections, or frequent accidents). It also functions as a driving assistant, displaying the vehicle's speed and the distance to the control zone. Additionally, it includes a speed limiter function and internal memory for saving user-defined points of interest. This device utilizes the GPS network to provide accurate speed readings and alerts, ensuring a safer and more informed driving experience.

ALERTEGPS G100 is a speed camera detection system that features audible alerts for approaching control zones (fixed, mobile, red light) and dangerous zones (dangerous curves, intersections, or frequent accidents). It also functions as a driving assistant, displaying the vehicle's speed and the distance to the control zone. Additionally, it includes a speed limiter function and internal memory for saving user-defined points of interest. This device utilizes the GPS network to provide accurate speed readings and alerts, ensuring a safer and more informed driving experience.

Thank you for choosing the GPS PREVENT G100 speed camera detection system, the ideal
partner to guarantee full serenity on the road!
The G100 features sound alerts: it warns you as you approach a control zone – fixed, mobile, red
light – or even a dangerous zone (dangerous curves, intersection or frequent accidents) .
The G100 speed detection system is a driving assistant: it works with the well known satellite
network Global Positioning System (GPS). It allows you to know the speed of your vehicle, and
the distance between your vehicle and the control zone. It also features a speed limiter
function, and an internal memory to save your own points of interest.
Please read this manual carefully so that you can feel familiar with all functionalities of the G100.
Have a good trip!
CONTENTS
DESCRIPTION
PAGE 2 PAGE 7
GENERAL NOTICES
AND WARNINGS
PAGE 4 - 5
FEATURES
PAGE 3
INSTALLING
THE G100
PAGE 6
UPDATE
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Description & Features
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Digital Screen
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- the speed of your vehicle
- the speed limit in a control zone
- the distance between your vehicle and the control or danger zone
- the moment when the vehicle is passing near the zone
The G100 indicates the exact speed of
your vehicle, calculated by the GPS
system.
SPEED OF YOUR VEHICLE
Speed = 92Mph
Frequency Speed limit
SOUND ALERT OVERSPEED BEEP OTHER...
As you approach a control
zone, the G100 will warn you
with one or repeated sound
alerts, depending on the type of
control.
As you approach a fixed speed
camera, the G100 will emit
“beeps” if you are driving over
the speed limit.
As you approach a control or a danger
zone, in addition to the sound alerts, the
display of the G100 shows different
indications.
VOL ON / Brightness Button
[ Short pressure ] : Use to turn the volume on
[ Long pressure ] : Use to adjust display brightness
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Speed Limiter Button
[ Short pressure ] : Use to turn the speed limiter on
[ Long pressure ] : Use to turn the speed limiter off
3
VOL OFF / Save Button
[ Short pressure ] : Use to turn the volume off
[ Long pressure ] : Use to save a user’s point of interest
4
USB / Power Connector
Use to connect the G100 to a PC or to connect it to the cigar-plug in a car.
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External Antenna Connector (optional)
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Remove the protection from the magnet
Fix the magnet on the dashboard of your vehicle, in a
horizontal position.
Place the G100 on the magnet when you want to use
it in your vehicle
Connect the device to the cigar-plug with the power
cable
Installing the G100 with an external antenna:
- fix the external antenna on the roof of your vehicle and
make sure to place the cable inside the cabin of the vehicle.
- connect the antenna to the external antenna connector of
the G100.
- in order to work properly, the device must be fixed in a horizontal position and
as close as possible to the windscreen
- remove the device from the magnet before you leave your vehicle to avoid
degradations and thefts
- climatic conditions may influence the satellite connection.
Important...
Installing the G100
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Your vehicle may have an athermic windscreen which
may affect the satellite connection. In that case, you
will need to use an optional external antenna.
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Operating Instructions
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The G100 will start automatically after you have
connected it to the cigar lighter, and a short animation
will be displayed.
The display will then show the update number in that
format : month/day (4 numbers)
The display of the G100 features three modes:
To switch from one mode to the other, press app. two seconds on the brightness
button . Default setting is day mode.
The button in the centre of the unit is made to switch on or
off the speed limiter function.
- If you drive 50 Mph on a highway, press that button shortly, and a
beep will warn you every time you exceed 50 Mph.
- If you drive then 30 Mph on a minor road, press that button again –
shortly – and a beep will warn you every time you exceed that speed.
- To turn the speed limiter off, press the button app. 2 seconds.
Important : The speed is rounded up or down by the speed limier. So, if you drive
55 Mph, the speed will be rounded up to 60Mph
If you drive 54 Mph, the speed will be rounded down to 50 Mph.
The G100 includes a user memory to save your own points of interests: a
danger zone for example.
To save a point of interest, press the save button app. two seconds as you pass
the point of interest. The location of your vehicle is saved.
To cancel a POI: as you pass the point, and after the alert has started to sound,
press the save button app. two seconds.
This can be done during 15 seconds after the beginning of the vocal alert.
To turn the beeper on, press the volume ON button.
To turn the beeper off, press the volume OFF button.
STARTING THE G100
BEEPER ON / OFF
ADJUSTING
THE
BRIGHTNESS
SPEED LIMITER POINTS OF INTEREST
- high brightness
- medium brightness
- low brightness
Satellite connection:
The G100 will then start to acquire satellite connection.
You can follow the satellite connection on the display.
A sound alert will warn you when the connection is done.
Then, the default information displayed is the speed of your
vehicle (over 10 Mph). Important: please note that the G100
will perform a quicker satellite connection if the vehicle is
stopped.
Operating Instructions
Starting
the G100
As you approach
a fixed speed camera :
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Update version : month/day
Satellite connection is starting.
The connection is quicker if the vehicle
is stopped.
One satellite found.
Two satellites found.
Real speed of the vehicle.
Can differ from tachometer.
Vehicle is stopped
or you drive under …
Power on
At 300 meters, the distance is counted
down.
As you approach
a mobile speed camera :
250 … 200 … 150 … 100 meters from
the zone.
50 meters from the zone.
The control or danger zone is being
passed.
Three satellites found...
An animation is displayed 600 meters
before the control zone.
Sound alert : three beeps repeatedly.
Speed limit and frequency of the speed
camera.
Sound alert : one beep.
As you approach
a danger zone :
Real speed of the vehicle, and the
distance between your vehicle and the
control zone.
Mobile camera frequency:
one time per week
one time per month
one time per year
Update
Download update software and USB driver from:
http://www.gpsprevent.com
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To get the latest files for your G100
(fixed and mobile speed cameras,danger zones), please visit
http://www.gpsprevent.com
PC Installation Update
INSTALL USB DRIVER (DON’T CONNECT THE G100 TO YOUR PC).
DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE AND DRIVER FROM GPSPREVENT.COM
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INSTALL G100-SOFTWARE.
2
MANUAL UPADTE
AUTO UPDATE
Connect the G100 to your PC.
Start the update software.
Click on “Auto Update
Please follow the indications
about manual update available
at : WWW.GPSPREVENT.COM
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CONNECT THE USB CABLE TO YOUR COMPUTER.
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4
CONNECT THE USB CABLE TO THE G100.
LAUNCH APPLICATION AND FOLLOW INDICATIONS.
HAVE PROBLEMS INSTALLING OR UPDATING YOUR G100?
PLEASE HAVE A LOOK AT THE ONLINE INSTALLATION GUIDE
AVAILABLE AT: HTTP://WWW.GPSPREVENT.COM
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General notices and Warnings
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• The G100 cannot work properly in a tunnel or a basement, because the satellite
reception is disturbed. We strongly recommend driving carefully in those areas. The G100
needs a short time to establish the connection to the satellites again.
• The G100 calculates the direction of the vehicle to avoid wrong alerts. Anyway, wrong
alerts can occur sometimes. If youre driving a parallel road that is sited very close to a
road on which an alert is located, a wrong alert may occur.
• The G100 is a driving help that must be considered as a prevention tool. The purpose of
this system is to incite you to drive carefully and to respect the road safety rules. We
decline all responsibility for any infraction to the legislation and the road safety rules.
• Hardware and software of this device are the property of GPS PREVENT and are
protected by copyright laws and intellectual property laws. They may not be copied or
distributed in any illegal manner.
• The GPS (Global Positioning System) is placed under the authority of the American
government. GPS Prevent cannot be held responsible for the availability and precision of
the GPS.
• You must respect all road safety rules.
• Do not disturb the driver or cause any damage to the safety elements of the vehicle
while installing the GPS.
• While installing the device, make sure that it cannot be dangerous to the occupants of
the vehicle, particularly in case of projection.
• Recycling legislation for household electrical appliances:
• Keep the unit and the cigar-plug away from water.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
According to Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment, household electrical appliances
cannot be dispersed in the conventional waste stream. Used
electrical and electronic equipments must be collected.
• If the unit or the cigar-plug falls in the water, don’t touch the unit before you have
disconnected the cigar-plug from the cigar socket of your vehicle, and remove the unit
using the cable.
• Read this manual and all safety warnings carefully before you use or install this unit.
• If your vehicle is parked in the sun, let the unit cool down before you use it.
• Clean-up instructions: dont use solvents. Clean regularly.
• Don’t let liquids or objects enter the housing through the ventilation holes. They may
damage the internal parts of the unit and cause an electric shock, a short-cut or a fire.
• Do not try to repair and disassemble the unit by yourself. This may cause an electric
shock. Please contact a qualified technician.
• Disconnect the unit when its not in use. To protect this unit in case of a storm or when
it’s not used during a long time, disconnect it from the network.
• 12/24 V negative earth socket only. Remove cigar-plug while leaving vehicle. Disconnect
cigar-plug when starting vehicle. Always use the correct rated fuse.
• Keep away from naked flames (like candles).
• Use in temperate areas.
• A minimum space of 2 inches should be maintained around the unit for its ventilation.
• Don’t connect any cable to the unit before removing or connecting the power cable.
Connect the external antenna after the power cable, and disconnect it before you remove
the power cable.
• The software and the drivers are provided as is. GPSprevent declines all responsibility in
case of software or hardware incompatibility.
• The access to the website is not guaranteed in case of site maintenance, network
disturbance, connection problems or any problem that could disturb access to the
website.
• To minimize the risks of interactions between two GPS devices, a distance of 20 inches
should be maintained between this unit and another GPS device.
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ALERTEGPS G100 Owner's manual

Type
Owner's manual

ALERTEGPS G100 is a speed camera detection system that features audible alerts for approaching control zones (fixed, mobile, red light) and dangerous zones (dangerous curves, intersections, or frequent accidents). It also functions as a driving assistant, displaying the vehicle's speed and the distance to the control zone. Additionally, it includes a speed limiter function and internal memory for saving user-defined points of interest. This device utilizes the GPS network to provide accurate speed readings and alerts, ensuring a safer and more informed driving experience.

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