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Vehicle Navigation System
Installation & Reference Addendum
Vehicle Navigation Made Portable
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ™ The Magellan 750M ™ Vehicle Navigation Made Portable Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Important Information: Please Read This First! DO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 DO NOT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Battery Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Components . . . . . . . . .
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PRECAUTIONS This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating instructions. Failure to heed the ! instructions can result in injury or material damage. This symbol indicates information which can be helpful in TI TIP P the use of the 750M Navigation System. Important Information: Please Read This First! To reduce the risk of personal injury, please follow these important Dos and Do Nots.… DO… • Secure the Display to ashtray, glove box or other suitable location. !
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BATTERY PRECAUTIONS DO… • Only charge the Battery using the Battery Charger supplied to avoid damage. ! • The Battery contains diluted sulfuric acid, a very toxic substance. If sulfuric acid ! contacts skin or clothing, immediately wash with plenty of clean water. If the acid splashes into eyes, immediately flush with plenty of clean water and consult a physician. Sulfuric acid in the eyes may cause a loss of eyesight and acid on the skin will cause burns. • Check the Battery for any sign of
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COMPONENTS If any part is missing, please contact a Magellan retailer or Magellan’s customer service department at 1-877-4-CARNAV (1-877-422-7628). Upon purchasing the 750M verify that the product box contains both a Carry Case (which contains all of the 750M components) and the Battery. Carry Case with Shoulder Strap Battery Before installation, please verify that the pre-assembled 750M system in the Carry Case includes the following components: Docking Station with Navigation Computer Displ
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Antenna and Quick Mount Bracket Antenna Spool Power Adapter Battery Cable Battery Charger The 750M Carry Case has been designed to provide Magellan’s Portable Vehicle Navigation system with expandable functionality and user friendliness. Special features include the Air Vents and a Communication Port Access Flap. Additionally, the system is pre-assembled and fits neatly into specialized compartments for ease of use. The Air Vents are designed to allow proper airflow to the 750M Navigation Comp
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INSTALLATION PREPARATION To optimize 750M operation and to reduce the risk of damage to vehicle or the 750M … ! DO… • Position Carry Case to eliminate movement while driving with handle facing toward front of vehicle. • Place Carry Case in the same orientation each time the system is used to reduce calibration requirements. • Complete calibration steps when system is powered up for the first time and after the 750M has: - been moved to a different vehicle; - or has its in-vehicle location
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Component Placement The 750M vehicle navigation system components are pre-assembled in the Carry Case as shown in the picture below with the exception of the Battery. Navigation Computer & Docking Station Battery Battery Charger GPS Antenna Power Adapter Display Expanded View of Battery Charger and System Connections 7
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Battery Connection It is important that the Battery be connected to the Battery Cable before using the 750M system. Please be sure that the Battery is attached to the Battery Cable each time the system is used. Battery Navigation Computer Power Battery Adapter Charger GPS Antenna Display System Configuration Diagram Battery Charger Test Button Upon first use of the 750M or if the Battery has become disconnected, be sure to connect the Battery to the Battery Cable. Verify that the Battery is con
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When unpacking Battery, check that it is free of cracks, deformities and leakage. Replace if necessary by calling Magellan Customer Service at 1-877-4CARNAV (1-877-422-7628). ! Mount the Battery only in the upright position. ! Battery in Upright Position Correctly Installed Battery Open the Navigation Computer side of the Carry Case and locate the Battery Cable . Place the Battery in the Carry Case, conductor side up, under the elastic strap, and secure the fasteners. Connect the Battery Cable
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INSTALLATION Step 1: Place Carry Case in Vehicle While the preferred placement of the Carry Case depends on the vehicle being driven, ALWAYS place case: • On a vehicle floor or seat that allows easy driver accessibility and optimal passenger comfort; • With its Air Vent side up and with its handle facing the front of the vehicle; • In the SAME orientation each time the system is used; • In a location where movement will be eliminated while driving; • In a location that minimizes stress on
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When the Power Adapter is connected to the vehicle accessory power TI TIP P port, and the Battery Charger switch is in the ‘AUTO’ position, the 750M will automatically power up when vehicle is started and will automatically shutdown when vehicle is turned off. Step 3: Antenna Setup The GPS Antenna is located inside the Display compartment of the Carry Case. a) Unwind GPS Antenna Wire from the Antenna Storage Spool. b) Place the GPS Antenna on the vehicle roof. c) Verify that the end of the GPS A
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When mounting the Display take care to ensure that it is clear of vehicle operation, airbags and function controls. ! Avoid excessive force in operation! Damage may result if excessive force or leverage is applied. ! Take care when removing or replacing the Quick Mount Bracket and be aware that heavy accidental impacts may result in damage. ! Do not mount display in a place or manner where driver or passengers are likely to have an impact with the display in a collision or during heavy braking
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INITIALIZATION Initialization must be conducted prior to the first use of the 750M or when the Navigation Computer has been moved from a fixed vehicle installation in order to achieve maximum performance. Before using the 750M for the first time conduct Steps 1 through 15. Step 1: Move the vehicle to an open area away from buildings, trees, and other obstructions. The vehicle must remain in an open area throughout the entire GPS initialization process. Step 2: Ensure the 750M is powered on. St
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Step 8: Scroll to ‘Vehicle-Select’, press ENTER. Step 9: Scroll to ‘System’ and choose ‘750M’ by pressing ENTER. Step 10: Scroll to ‘Save’, press ENTER. Then press CANCEL. Step 11: Scroll to the ‘Diagnostics’ icon, press ENTER. Step 12: Scroll to ‘GPS Status’, press ENTER. Step 13: When information is displayed showing at least four (4) GPS satellites being used (indicated by a U in the U/N column), press ENTER to verify a position calculation. 14
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Step 14: Check the latitude and longitude information and ensure that the data reads anything other than zeroes. If the system does not show GPS satellite data or a vehicle position is not generated in several minutes, go to the ‘Troubleshooting’ section, otherwise, GPS initialization is complete. Step 15: Press the CANCEL key three (3) times to return to ‘Select Destination’ (Main Menu) screen. CALIBRATION The 750M utilizes two calibration processes to maximize ease of use and accuracy of ve
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Step 2: If the 750M is not on, verify that the slide switch on the Battery Charger is in the ‘AUTO’ position then press POWER and allow the system to power up. Step 3: Select desired user and press ENTER to arrive at ‘Select Destination’ screen (Main Menu). Step 4: Press OPTION to arrive at ‘User Options’ screen. Step 5: Select the ‘Diagnostics’ icon, press ENTER. Step 6: Scroll to ‘Sensor Status’, press ENTER. Step 7: Vehicles with automatic transmission, place foot firmly on the brake and put
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Step 13: Press CANCEL three (3) times to get to ‘Select Destination’ screen and then press VIEW to get to the ‘Map’ screen. Verify that the Direction and Signal Strength Indicator located at the bottom left corner of the Display, is green, indicating that the system has located GPS satellites. If this is not true, refer to the ‘Troubleshooting’ section. Ensure vehicle icon is correctly displayed on the Map or press LOCATE to check current location. The ‘Full Calibration’ procedure is now comple
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OPERATIONS Battery Charger The Battery Charger provides power to the 750M and charges the Battery only during 750M operation. It also incorporates a Battery Test Circuit that allows the user to check the charge on the Battery. Using the ‘BATTERY TEST’ Button and reading the five (5) multi-colored Battery Status Indicators, a user can determine the state of the Battery, from ‘LOW’ to ‘100%’. To determine true Battery power level, either disconnect the Power Adapter or place the Charger switch i
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Battery capacity degrades at low temperatures and over the life of the system. TI TIP P In the event that the vehicle power port is unusable, such as a blown fuse, or if required for an airport security check, the 750M can be used solely from a new, fully charged Battery for periods up to 1 hour. To do so, simply slide the Battery Charger switch to ‘BATTERY’. Be certain to slide the Battery Charger switch back to ‘OFF’ or ‘AUTO’ when finished to avoid depleting the Battery. Map Area Switching T
