AvMap Geosat 4 TRAVEL Europe User manual

USER MANUAL

AvMap GEOSAT 4 TRAVEL

AvMap GEOSAT 4 TRAVEL Platinum

AvMap GEOSAT 4 TRAVEL Europe

Ver. 0.2

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on choosing Geosat 4 TRAVEL / Geosat 4

TRAVEL Platinum / Geosat 4 TRAVEL Europe navigator!

With Geosat 4 TRAVEL on board you will be able to

- receive your GPS position and view it on detailed Tele Atlas

mapping

- set your destination and be guided by written prompts

and voice instructions

- plan a complex trip

- obtain a list of nearby points of interest

- stroke your favourite location as marks on the map

- use the display to see movies or pictures

…. and much more.

Warning 6

Maintenance 7

Battery disposal 7

1. Introduction

1.1 Box contents 8

1.2 Available accessories 8

1.3 Hardware features 9

1.4 Keyboard 9

1.5 Remote Control 10

2. Installation

2.1 Inserting the Secure Digital (SD) 11

2.2 Fixing the bracket 11

2.3 Fitting the optional external GPS antenna 12

2.4 Power connection 12

3. Setting the destination

3.1 Starting 14

3.2 Setting the first destination 14

3.3 Show on map 15

3.4 Drive me Home 16

4. Planning a route

4.1 Planning a route from A to B 16

4.2 Deleting a route 17

4.3 Reversing a route 17

4.4 Simulation 17

5. Advanced planning

5.1 Via points 18

5.2 Blocking roads 19

5.3 Reaching Walkways 20

5.4 Navigating Off road 20

5.5 Detour 21

6. Using the map

6.1 Exploring the map 21

6.2 Map Views 22

6.3 Driving mode 23

6.4 2D and 3D views 23

6.5 Night vision 23

6.6 Points of Interest (POI) 23

7. Managing Marks

7.1 Creating Marks 24

7.2 Mark folders 25

7.3 Mark list 25

7.4 Editing a Mark 26

7.5 Setting a Mark as HOME 27

7.6 Mark alarm 28

7.7 Sending and receiving Marks 28

7.8 File manager 28

8. Advanced search options

8.1 Duplicate place/road names 30

8.2 Searching by postcodes 30

8.3 Searching for intersections 30

8.4 Searching near to the cursor or to the GPS position 30

8.5 Searching nearest cities 31

8.6 Searching nearest POI 31

8.7 Searching POI by name 32

8.8 Searching nearest Marks 33

8.9 Searching Marks by name 33

8.10 Recently found 34

8.11 Searching by Latitude and Longitude 34

Index

9. Trip Information

9.1 Trip computer 35

9.2 Data boxes 35

9.3 GPS information 36

10. Special functions

10.1 Video 37

10.2 Traffic Information (TMC) 37

10.3 Safety camera database 38

10.4 APRS 38

10.5 Connection to GSM localization devices 39

11. Setting preferences

11.1 System setup 39

11.2 General 40

11.3 Map 40

11.4 POI 41

11.5 Routing 42

11.6 Track 42

11.7 Alarms 43

11.8 Date & Time 43

11.9 Units 44

11.10 Text and Voice language 44

11.11 Simulator 45

11.12 Interface 45

11.13 TMC 46

11.14 Brightness 46

11.15 Volume 47

12. Updating Software and map

12.1 Updating the Software 47

12.2 Loading the map on the SD 48

12.3 Updating the Map 49

13. Troubleshooting

13.1 Ram Clear 49

13.2 Recovery of damaged SD 49

13.3 Reset 50

14. Warranty and Support

14.1 Warranty conditions 51

14.2 Repair and replacement under warranty 51

14.3 Tele Atlas User License 52

Appendix A: Technical specifications 56

Appendix B: POI index 57

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The manufacturer and the distribution

chain disclaim any liability deriving from an

improper use of the device in a way that

may cause accidents or damages to things or

persons.

Using this navigator implies that the user

accepts and follows all these warnings and all

the instructions contained on this manual. The

driver is held responsible for using Geosat 4

TRAVEL in the correct way (passenger or non

passenger mode).

The User should ignore the indications

suggested by Geosat 4 TRAVEL in situations

that appear to be in contrast with the Highway

Code. The Manufacturer and the distribution

chain disclaim any liability deriving from an

improper use of the device in a way that may

violate the Highway Code.

The Tele Atlas cartographic data loaded in the

navigator may present some discrepancies

from the reality. This is due to the continuous

changes in the street network. Some areas

have a better coverage than others.

Important:

• Do not place the navigator in positions that

may obstruct the driver’s view

• Do not place the navigator in positions that

may interfere with the correct functioning of

the security/safety equipment of the vehicle

(e.g. airbags).

• Make sure that the navigator is correctly

attached to the bracket before driving.

• Do not rely exclusively on vocal

instructions. Depending on a variety of

factors, (speed, weather, GPS reception etc)

these instructions may not be correct or

timely. Always take the information provided

as indicative, and always respect the

Highway Code. Satellite navigators should be

considered merely as aids. The driver is held

responsible for safe driving and the choice of

the best route to take.

• Do not consult the navigator whilst driving

if this represents a danger for you and other

people.

• Do not program the navigator while

driving

• The precision of the GPS signal, in the

best possible conditions is guaranteed with a

deviation of 15 meters

N.B.: The information contained in this manual

is updated to March 2006. Any subsequent

changes in the system, in the functions, in the

tools bar or maps introduced after this date

will not be present in this manual.

Warning

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• Do not leave the navigator in direct sunlight

for extended periods. This could compromise

the correct running of your Geosat 4 TRAVEL.

If you suspect that the navigator has been

over heated because of sunlight exposure, let

the temperature of the car cool down, and

wait for the device temperature to go down

to normal values before switching it on.

• The Secure Digital memory card should

not be formatted nor the content modified.

• Only C-MAP branded Secure Digital

memory cards are compatible with Geosat 4

TRAVEL.

• Avoid knocking against the display.

• Do not use oil based products to clean the

LCD surface.

• Keep away from water.

Battery disposal

This product is equipped with a built-in Li-Ion

battery. Do not use the product in damp or

corrosive environments. In order to lengthen

the life of the battery, do not recharge it at

temperatures higher than 60°C.

THE LI-ION BATTERY PROVIDED WITH

THE PRODUCT MUST BE RECYCLED OR

DISPOSED IN THE CORRECT WAY.

WEEE: Waste of Electric and

Electronic Equipment

The symbol shown here and on

the box indicates the conformity

to the WEEE directive. Do not

dispose of this WEEE product as

domestic waste; some substances contained

in electronic equipment can damage the

environment and harm human health if

misused or if they are not disposed of in

the correct way. Return the device to the

distributor when purchasing a new one. The

unlawful disposal of these wastes is punished

with sanctions.

Information about emissions for Canada:

this Class B digital device is in conformity

with the Canadian law ICES-003/NMB-003.

R&TTE DL2 Directive: this device is in

conformity with the UE directive 99/5/CE.

Maintenance

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1.1 Box contents

Before using the product make sure the box

contains the following items:

1. Navigator (5” LCD TFT display)

2. Secure Digital memory card branded

C-Map preloaded with Tele Atlas

cartography

3. Flexible bracket with suction cup

4. Car charger

5. USB cable

6. Audio video cable

7. Remote control (only in Geosat 4 TRAVEL

Platinum / Geosat 4 TRAVEL Europe)

8. Europe on DVD (only in Geosat 4 TRAVEL

Platinum)

9. This manual

1.2 Available accessories

1. Fixed holder

2. Pochette

3. External GPS antenna

4. TMC receiver

5. Additional maps / maps updates

preloaded on SD

6. AC-DC Adaptor

7. Remote control (optional for Geosat 4

TRAVEL, included with Geosat 4 TRAVEL

Platinum, Geosat 4 TRAVEL Europe)

1. Introduction

N.B.: images are for illustrative purpose only

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1.3 Hardware features

Looking at the navigator you can see the

following components:

1. Keyboard

2. 5” LCD TFT display

3. Infrared sensor

4. Slot for Secure Digital memory cards

5. Audio output

6. Brightness sensor

7. Power supply plug

8. Audio video input

9. Serial port for external GPS antenna

10. Serial port for TMC receiver

11. Speaker

12. USB port

1.4 Keyboard

• MENU: opens the main menus available

• FIND: opens find window to search for

addresses, marks, POI

• ESC: exits from the current menu and

switches into cursor mode or GPS mode

• JOYSTICK:

Upper arrow: moves the cursor up

Lower arrow: moves the cursor down

Right arrow: moves the cursor right

Left arrow: moves the cursor left

ENTER Function

The enter function is obtained pressing the

Centre of the JOYSTICK. When you are in a

menu this function is performed by the +

button

• + zooms in the map, ENTER function

• - zooms out the map

• PAGE: selects the different views for

the map, the instructions and the trip

computer

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front view

side view

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1.5 Remote control

The remote control is included in the box

with Geosat 4 TRAVEL Platinum and Geosat

4 TRAVEL Europe, while it is an optional

accessory for Geosat 4 TRAVEL.

1. Pull out the tab from the bottom end of

the remote control. The remote control is

ready to be used.

2. Point the remote control in direction of the

Geosat 4 TRAVEL infrared sensor.

• MENU: opens the main available menus

• ENT: enter function to confirm a selection,

corresponds to the central part of the

joystick or to the + button in the navigator

keyboard

• ESC: exits from the current menu and

switches into cursor mode or GPS mode

• PAGE: selects the different pages available:

map, instructions and trip computer

• Upper arrow: moves the cursor up

• Lower arrow: moves the cursor down

• Right arrow: moves the cursor right

• Left arrow: moves the cursor left

• Upper-right arrow: moves the cursor

toward the upper right corner

• Upper-left arrow: moves the cursor toward

the upper left corner

• Lower-right arrow: moves the cursor

toward the lower right corner

• Lower-left arrow: moves the cursor toward

the lower left corner

• + zooms in the map, ENTER function

• - zooms out the map

• FIND: opens find window to search for

addresses, marks, POI

• INFO: displays the complete info on the

point on the map indicated by the pointer.

• MODE: allows entry to in advanced

functions available with further software

updates

• SPEAK: repeats the last vocal instruction.

• Alphanumeric keyboard: can be used to

edit names in the find window or to name

marks

Brightness adjustment with the remote

control

To adjust brightness with the remote

control:

1. Press the PAGE button for 3 seconds.

2. Adjust the display brightness with the right

arrow and left arrow of the JOYSTICK.

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Press the + button to quickly change the

brightness level.

In this window it is also possible to choose

among the Auto brightness and Night Vision,

in the second case the Auto night vision

option is also activated.

Volume adjustment with the remote control

To adjust volume with the remote control:

1. Press the FIND button for 3 seconds.

2. Adjust the volume with the right arrow and

left arrow of the JOYSTICK. Press the FIND

button to quickly change the brightness

level.

2. Installation

Geosat 4 TRAVEL is ready to be used. All you

need to do is install the unit into the vehicle.

Carry out these operations in order:

1. Insert the Secure Digital card.

2. Fix the bracket on the windscreen.

3. Fix Geosat 4 TRAVEL on the bracket.

4. Plug the optional external antenna.

5. Plug in the car charger.

2.1 Inserting the Secure Digital (SD)

The Secure Digital card is pre-loaded with

the cartographic data utilised by the Geosat

4 TRAVEL and the navigation software. It is

also used to store the user data (Marks and

tracks).

To insert the memory card:

1. Ensure that the Geosat 4 TRAVEL is

switched off.

2. With the label facing up, gently push the

card into the slot.

To extract the memory card:

1. Ensure that the Geosat 4 TRAVEL is

switched off.

2. Push the card and release it: it will be

expelled.

3. Extract the memory card from its slot.

Do not try to extract the SD card before it has

been partially expelled.

Do not format or modify the contents of the

Secure Digital card. Any modifications could

compromise the correct functioning of the

navigator. Only use C-Map branded Secure

Digital memory cards.

2.2 Fixing the bracket

Do not place the navigator on the passenger

seat, as this position could cause a dangerous

distraction for the driver.

The navigator should be fixed with the brack-

et provided.

The bracket with suction cup is included in

the box. There is also an optional fixed holder,

available upon request. In either case, please

follow the following instructions:

• Place the navigator in a position high

enough not to represent a risk of distraction

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from driving

• Make sure that the bracket does not

represent a danger in case of accident or

sharp braking.

• Make sure that the bracket, the navigator

and the cables do not interfere with the

safety devices (e.g. airbag)

BRACKET WITH SUCTION CUP

The bracket should be fixed to the windscreen

via the suction cup. This will suit the majority

of vehicles. Before applying the suction cup,

carefully clean the glass.

1. Lightly moisten the suction cup and

place the flexible bracket in a position so

that the navigator will lie just above the

dashboard.

2. Fix the suction cup by pushing the locking

lever.

3. Fit the Geosat 4 TRAVEL on the bracket.

FIXED-MOUNT BRACKET

An alternative fixed-mount bracket is avail-

able, that requires the dashboard to be

drilled.

1. Drill into a flat area of the dashboard.

2. Fix the base of the bracket with screws.

3. Fit Geosat 4 TRAVEL on the bracket.

2.3 Fitting the optional external

GPS antenna

The Geosat 4 TRAVEL is equipped with a

built-in GPS antenna and with a port for an

optional external antenna. The external an-

tenna can be useful in case of shielded wind-

screens. The external antenna does not need

power.

The magnetic base of the external GPS an-

tenna can be placed on any flat metallic sur-

face, with the antenna facing up. The higher

the GPS antenna is placed, the better it will

receive the signal.

To guarantee a good signal place the external

antenna on the bonnet or on the roof. The

cable is made of a tear-proof material so that

it does not break if it is accidentally closed

between the door and the body of the vehi-

cle. The antenna should not be covered with

shielding materials (e.g. metal). Do not put

the antenna in the boot or in the glove box.

After positioning the antenna take its cable

inside the vehicle, passing it through the pas-

senger door seal and connect the end plug

into the Geosat 4 TRAVEL.

2.4 Power connection

Whilst the Geosat 4 TRAVEL is equipped with

a built-in Li-Io rechargeable battery, it is rec-

ommended that you power the unit via the

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car cigarette lighter / 12 V power socket dur-

ing your journey.

Geosat 4 TRAVEL comes with the battery un-

charged, but the navigator can be used right

away with the car charger. The battery will

require 4 hours charging to be fully charged.

Geosat 4 TRAVEL can be fed with voltage

between 10 and 35 V. The car charger cable

provided in the box should be used to power

the Geosat via the car cigarette/12 V power

socket.

1. Plug the car charger cable into the Geosat

4 TRAVEL.

2. Remove the cigarette lighter from its slot

or remove the 12 V power socket cover.

3. Insert the other end of the cable into the

socket.

Some vehicles are equipped with additional

12 V plugs.

The red LED on the plug confirms the correct

functioning of the power supply. If the LED is

off, check the connections or try again with

the vehicle engine on.

The battery recharges when the navigator is

fed with the power supply cable, either if it is

on or if it has been switched off with the PAGE

button. In this case, the keyboard flashes un-

til the Geosat 4 TRAVEL is fully charged.

ATTENTION when the device encounters in-

ternal temperatures of higher than 60°, the

battery will not recharge and an alarm mes-

sage will be displayed. This can happen if the

navigator is exposed for a long time to direct

sunlight in hot weather. In such cases, it is

suggested that you switch off the navigator

to recharge the battery.

Battery Functioning

Geosat 4 TRAVEL battery allows the navigator

to operate even without feeding it with the

power supply cable.

When the navigator is used without power

supply, an icon (battery) indicating the level

of charging of the battery is shown. If this

icon is half green, the level of charge of the

battery is equal or less than half, if the icon is

fully green, it means that the level of charge

is more than half.

When Geosat for travel is fed, another icon

(plug with batteries) is shown. There are two

status: if the icon is coloured in yellow, the

battery is recharing, if the icon is coloured

in green, it means that the battery is fully

charged.

The maximum autonomy of the battery in

optimal conditions ranges from 30 minutes

to 2 hours (according to the usage patterns).

It is possible to extend the autonomy of the

battery optimizing the energetic waste: in the

system setup it is possible to choose among

three levels of power save (no, medium,

maximum).

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3.1 Starting

1. Switch on the navigator by pressing the

PAGE button.

2. Geosat 4 TRAVEL will display the software

and cartography display screen and then the

user is asked to choose the desired mode:

passenger or driver. An unaccompanied

driver should select the Driver mode.

3. Select one of the two buttons with the

JOYSTICK using the left or right arrow.

The selected button is outlined by a dotted

line.

4. Press + to confirm.

5. Wait for the satellite search to be completed

to see your position on the map.

Driving mode

The driver should NOT consult the navigator

while driving.

For this reason, when Driver mode is chosen,

the map view is automatically deactivated.

The only accessible pages are the trip

computer and the list of driving instructions.

For further details, read par. 5.2.

Passenger mode

This mode allows access to all the navigation

functions.

Powering down

To power down the Geosat 4 TRAVEL press

and hold the PAGE button for 4 seconds.

When the power supply cable is removed,

the message “powering off in 30 seconds”

appears. To avoid powering down, press

+. Press any other button to power down

immediately.

3.2 Setting the first destination

To plan a route, the easiest and fastest way is

take the current GPS position as the departure

point and insert the desired destination.

1. Press the FIND button. The Find menu will

now open.

2. In the Find menu select Address and press

3. Set the destination

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the + button.

3. The Find address menu will now open.

The Country field is outlined with a dotted

line. Press the + button.

country is saved for subsequent searches.

6. Using the JOYSTICK, select the fields City,

Street and House Number (or Postcode

and House Number) and repeat the

procedure described for the Country field.

7. Once all the fields are filled, select Go and

press the + button. The Geosat 4 TRAVEL

will calculate the route from the current

GPS position to the selected destination.

3.3 Show on map

The Show on Map button is useful for viewing

the inserted address on the map.

1. Select Show on Map and press the +

button.

2. Once the address has been checked, it

can be set as destination: ensure that the

4. The virtual keyboard will now open.

Input the name of the country using the

JOYSTICK. For each letter selected, press

the + button. For ease of operation, the

auto-filling function is activated.

5. When the name of the Country is

completed, select ENT on the virtual

keyboard and confirm by pressing the +

button. This operation has to be carried out

the first time you search for an address. The

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cursor is on the required destination and

press MENU.

3. The Navigation menu will now open. From

Navigation from My position select Set

destination on cursor and calculate and

press the + button.

The Geosat 4 TRAVEL will calculate the route

from the current GPS position to the selected

destination.

Alternatively, from the Find Address menu,

press the MENU button, select Show on map

and press the + button.

3.4 Drive Me Home

After having set a Mark as Home (read par.

7.5) it is possible to set one’s own Home as

destination with a quick command:

1. Press the MENU button. The Navigation

menu will now open.

2. From Navigation from My Position select

Drive me Home and press the + button

to confirm.

4.1 Planning a route from A to B

You can plan a route setting both the depar-

ture and the destination. This function can be

useful if you are in position X and you want

to plan a route from A to B, or if want to plan

a route before leaving, without receiving the

GPS signal.

How to set the departure:

1. Insert the desired address as described in

par. 3.2.

2. Once all the fields in the Find menu have

been filled, press the MENU button.

3. The Find menu will now open. From Route

planning select Set as departure and press

4. Planning a route

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the + button.

How to set the destination:

1. Once the departure has been set, return

to the Find address menu. Insert the

destination address following the same

procedure as for the departure then press

MENU button.

2. The Find menu will now open. From Route

planning, select Set as destination and

calculate and press the + button.

instructions:

1. Press the MENU button. The Navigation

menu will now open.

2. Select Delete route.

3. Press the + button to confirm.

4.3 Reversing a route

To reverse the last route planned, follow

these instructions:

1. Press the MENU button. The Navigation

menu will now open.

2. Select Reverse route.

3. Press the + button to confirm.

4.4 Simulation

After having planned a route as described in

par. 3.4 it is possible to simulate the naviga-

tion.

1. Press the MENU button three times.

2. The System Setup menu will now open.

Move the JOYSTICK to the right to select

the Simulation folder and press the +

button to confirm.

3. Press the + button to start the simulation.

4. Select Speed with the JOYSTICK and press

the + button to confirm.

5. Select the numbers with the right and left

arrow, and set the value with the up arrow

or down arrow.

For further details read par. 11.11.

4.2 Deleting a route

To delete the last route planned, follow these

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the MENU button.

From Route planning, select Advanced

and press the + button.

4. The Advanced route-planning menu will

now open. From Via point select Set as via

point.

How to remove a Via point:

1. Place the cursor on the first Via point

you want to remove then press the

MENU button. The Navigation menu will

now open. From Route planning, select

Advanced.

2. The Advanced route-planning menu will

open. From Via point select Remove next

Via point (to remove the next via point

5. Press the + button to confirm. The Geosat

4 TRAVEL will calculate the new route.

You can set the Via point(s) first and then the

departure and destination points, or set the

departure point and then the Via point(s) fol-

lowed by the destination. Via points must be

entered in the correct sequence.

5.1 Via points

If you want to set a sequence of destinations

or if the route viewed on the map does not

meet your needs, you can modify it, adding

up to 10 Via points. The Via point is repre-

sented on the map by a black and green flag

with a number from 1 to 10.

How to set a via point:

1. When the route has been set, press the

FIND button to open the Find menu.

2. Fill out the City and Road fields (or the

Postcode field) as described in the par.

3.2.

3. When all the fields have been filled, press

5. Advanced planning

with respect to the current GPS position)

or Remove last Via point (to remove the

last via point that has been set).

3. Press the + button to confirm.

Example: to go from Fleet to London via

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Woking, add Woking as a Via point and

the route will recalculated to go through

Woking.

5.2 Blocking roads

When calculating a route, the Geosat 4 TRAV-

EL allows you to avoid some roads or parts of

roads. A road can be blocked even if there is

no route set.

How to block a road:

1. Place the cursor on the road to be

blocked.

2. Press the MENU button. The Navigation

menu will now open.

3. Select Advanced options and press the +

button to confirm.

4. The Advanced route-planning menu will

now open. From Blocked roads select Set

blocked road on cursor and press the +

button to confirm. The Geosat 4 TRAVEL

will calculate the route. The blocked road

will be shown on the map with two red

and white icons linked by a red line.

How to remove a block from a road:

1. Place the cursor on the blocked road.

2. Press the MENU button. The Navigation

menu will now open.

3. Select Advanced options and press the +

button to confirm.

4. The Advanced route-planning menu will

now open. From Blocked roads select

Remove blocked road on cursor and press

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the + button to confirm. If more than one

road has been blocked, you can select

Remove all blocked roads and press the +

button to confirm.

5.3 Reaching Walkways (Pedestrian

areas)

If the destination is a walkway, a window will

warn you that the street is not accessible. In

this case you can choose to activate the walk-

way or to go to the nearest accessible road.

1. Select, with the JOYSTICK, Enable

walkways or Use closest road.

2. Press the + button to confirm.

It is also possible to activate/deactivate the

walkways following the procedure described

in par. 10.5.

5.4 Navigating Off road

With Geosat 4 TRAVEL it is possible to plan a

route off road.

1. Press the MENU button three times.

2. The System Set up menu will now open.

Move the JOYSTICK to the right and select

the Routing folder and press the + button

to confirm.

3. Select Off Road from Route preferences.

4. It is now possible to select the departure

point off-road.

A-B Function

The A-B function is particularly useful during

off road navigation. This function allows you

to calculate the distance “as the crow flies”

between point A and B on the map:

1. Press the centre of the JOYSTICK. The

Function Menu will now open.

2. Select A-B Function and press the + button

to confirm. An “A” will appear in place of

the selected point on the Map.

3. Move the cursor to another point on the

map, repeat steps 1 and 2 to set the point

B.

4. A “B” will appear in place of the set point

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