AvMap Geosat 6 User manual

User Manual

Dear Costumer,
Congratulation for choosing an AvMap Satellite Navigator.
AvMap GPS systems are made in Italy since 1994.
SATELLITE NAVIGATION
Your journey, Our technology

Table of Contents
I. Warning 5
I.I Important notes 5
I.II Battery disposal 6
I. III Maintenance 7
I.IV Content of the box 7
II. Device Description 8
II.I Hardware features 8
II.II Smart Magnetic Mount 9
1. Getting started 10
1.1 Installation 10
1.2 Accessing to Navigation 10
1.3 Start page 11
2. The Navigation Menu 12
2.1 Fixed buttons 12
2.2 Mobile Menu 13
2.3 Portrait view 15
2.4 Help Mode 16
2.5 FAQ’s 16
3. The Map 18
3.1 Explore the map 18
3.2 Record your track on the map 20
4. Seting a destination 21
4.1 Search Options 21
4.2 Inserting an address as destination 22
4.3 Choosing the destination among the POIs 24
4.4 Choosing the destination among your Favourite POIs 26
4.5 Choosing the destination among the Contacts 27
4.6 The Start Navigation page 28
5. The map during the navigation 29
5.1 Changing the navigation data 30
5.2 2D and 3D view 31
5.3 Night vision 32
5.4 MyPosition 33
6. Planning and modifying a route 34
6.1 Planning a route from A to B 34
6.2 Route Functions Menu 35
6.3 Deleting a route 36
6.4 Adding Via Points 36
6.5 Changing the Via Points sequence 36
6.6 Simulating mode 37
7. Advanced planning 39
7.1 Viewing the Turn List 39
7.2 Detouring to avoid a street 39

7.3 Blocking a street 40
7.4 Route overview 40
7.5 Planning next stop 42
7.6 Choosing Route Options 44
8. Trip Computer 46
9. Managing Points of Interest 48
9.1 POI types 48
9.2 Displaying or Hiding a POI category 48
9.3 Setting the favourite POI categories 49
9.4 I User POI 50
10. Managing Address book 53
10.1 Address book 53
10.2 Creating or modifying a folder 53
10.3 Saving or modifying a contact 54
10.4 Setting Home address 56
11. Managing saved routes 58
11.1 Saving the route 58
12. Unit status 60
12.1 Unit status Menu 60
12.2 GPS page 60
13. Customizing the settings 62
13. 1 The Settings Menu 62
13.2 User Preferences 63
13.3 Interface 64
14. Updates 66
14.1 Checking the Software version 66
14.2 Map update 66
15. Problem solving 67
15.1 RESET 67
Warranty and Support 68
Warranty conditions 68
Repair and replacement under warranty 69
Tele Atlas End User agreement 71
Appendix
A - Preloaded POI categories 75
B - Setting the rst destination: ux diagram 77
C: Maps 78

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I. Warning
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 in the correct way
(passenger or non passenger mode).
The User should ignore the indications suggested by
Geosat 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.
I.I Important notes
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

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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 August 2007. 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.
I.II 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.
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

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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
I. III Maintenance
• Do not leave the navigator in direct sunlight for
extended periods. This could compromise the correct
running of your Geosat. 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 modied.
• Only AvMap branded Secure Digital memory cards
are compatible with Geosat.
• Avoid knocking against the display.
• Do not use oil based products to clean the LCD
surface.
• Keep away from water.
I.IV Content of the box
• Geosat 6 Satellite Navigator
• Self powered magnetic holder
• CA power supply cable
• USB cable
• User manual

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II. Device Description
SD slot
Hook for magnetic holder
Serial port
USB (master/slave)
Audio output
Power supply
Power key
Microphone
Speakers
Back
II.I Hardware features
The Geosat 6 is equipped with a 4.8” touch
screen, a microphone, 2 speakers, audio output.
The illustrations show the hardware features.
On / Off Switch
Reset

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II.II Smart Magnetic Mount
1. Fix the car mount on the windscreen with the
suction cup in a position that does not represent a
danger in case of accident or sharp braking, and that
does not distract the driver.
2. Plug the power supply cable in the holder and in
the cigarette lighter.
3. Place the Geosat 6 on the magnetic car mount
coupling with a simple gesture.
4. Press the power key to power on the navigator.
5. The smart magnetic rotating mount makes it
possible to rotate the navigator from landscape to
portrait mode to choose your point of view. The
mount has been designed so that the driver can
easily rotate the navigator always keeping the eyes
on the road: the software will automatically switch
from landscape to portrait view.
Power supply

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1. Getting started
1.1 Installation
AvMap Geosat 6 is ready to be used. All you need to do is
install the unit into the vehicle.
Fix the car mount on the windscreen with the suction
cup in a position that does not represent a danger in case
of accident or sharp braking, then place the Geosat 6 on
the magnetic mount. Move the On/Off switch towards
the On position and then press the power key to power
on the navigator.
The On/Off swith removes the power supply, while the
power key puts the navigator in stand by.
1.2 Accessing to Navigation
When powered on, Geosat 6 will display the main menu.
From the main menu you can choose among three
functions:
• Satellite Navigator

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• Music and Video Player
• Picture viewer
To access to the navigation software, touch the Satellite
Navigation button.
1.3 Start page
When the satellite navigation software is started, some
important warnings are displayed.
If the warnings are not in the language required, it
is possible to set immediately the text language by
touching the Language setting button. Select the
desired language for the text, and then touch the upper
right arrow button to select the voice language (for
vocal instructions). Touch the Accept button to accept
the warning and display the Navigation Menu.

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2. The Navigation Menu
After the warnings in the starting page have been accepted, the navigation menu is displayed. It can be
opened in any moment touching the Menu button in the map. The Navigation Menu consists of a xed menu
which can be scrolled with the green arrows, and a xed part with buttons that are always accessible.
2.1 Fixed buttons
• Main Menu: it opens the Main Menu to choose the function (par 1.1).
• Settings: it opens the Settings Menu (par. 13).
• Portrait / Landscape: it allows changing the view mode.
Attention: this button is active only when the Geosat 6
is not attached to the car mount. When on the mount,
it is enough to rotate the navigator and the software
will switch automatically from Landscape to Portrait
mode. (par. II.II).
• Map: it opens the Map.
• Volume: it opens the volume control.
• Help: it allows getting hints on how to use the buttons
(par 2.4).

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2.2 Mobile Menu
• Where to Go: it opens the Where to Go Menu, where
you can set your destination (par.4).
• Route Functions: it opens the Route Function where
you can modify and optimize your route (par. 6).
• Drive me Home: it starts the route calculation from
your current GPS position to the address saved as
Home (to set the Home address par 10.4).
• Delete route: it deletes the current route.
• POI management: it opens the Poi Management Menu
where you can choose which ones should be displayed
on the on map, and which are your favourite categories
(par.9).
• Contacts management: it opens the Contacts
Management menu where you can add contacts and
organize them in folders (par. 10).
• Saved routes Management: it opens the list of saved

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routes that can be reloaded. (par. 11).
• Day / Night vision: it changes the vision of the map
(colour palette) from day to night vision and vice
versa (5.3)
• 3D / 2D view: it changes the map mode from 2D to 3D
and vice versa (par. 5.2)
• Unit Status: it displays info on the battery and on the
GPS receiver. (par. 12).
• Interface: it opens the menu to set the protocol of
communication with external devices (page 13.3).
• Tracks: it opens the tracks menu to start recording the track of your movements on the map (par.3.2)
• Trip Computer: it opens the trip computer with graphs of speed and other useful information (par.8)
• Where am I? : It displays details on your position with address and geographical coordinates (5.4)
• FAQ’s: it opens a user guide on the most important features of the software (par. 2.5).

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2.3 Portrait view
When in portrait mode the menu is displayed as follows.

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2.4 Help Mode
The Help mode helps you getting instructions on how to
use the buttons in the navigation software. Touch the
Help button (the button with the question mark icon)
to enter in the help mode then press any button to get
the relative explanation. A window will open with the
instructions on how and why to use the selected button.
Close the window by pressing Close. To get another
explanation press again the Help button and repeat the
operation.
2.5 FAQ’s
The F.A.Q. section gives you detailed instructions on how
to use the most common navigation functions. To open
the FAQ section press the FAQ button in the navigation
menu. You will nd three wizards on how to:
• Plan a Trip

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• Start a Simulation
• Plan next stop
The FAQ can be updated with free software updates.

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3. The Map
3.1 Explore the map
To open the map, touch the Map button in the Navigation Menu. When there is no active navigation, the
map appears as follows:
Status icons: GPS
signal and Battery
Scale and Compass
Touch to open the
Navigation Menu
Zoom
Horizontal view

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You can explore the map with or without a valid GPS
signal. To explore the map, touch it in any point, and
the cursor will appear, then drag it in the desired
direction. Touch the Zoom buttons to zoom in or
out. The info bar (the blue bar at the bottom of the
screen) shows the exact address corresponding to
the cursor position. To get more info on the selected
point, ouch the info bar and the full info page will
open-. Read Par. 5 for the description of the map
during the navigation.
Vertical view

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3.2 Record your track on the map
With Geosat 6 you can record on the map the track
of your trip. This function is very useful when you are
navigating off-road. The track is shown on the map with
a red line. The track can be saved and it be reloaded in
any moment. To open the Tracks menu:
• Open the Navigation Menu
• Touch the Tracks button
• From the Tracks menu you can start or stop the
registration of a track and choose its colour.
The registration will go on till you will manually stop it.