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GPS-500
Portable Touchscreen Navigation System and A/V Media Player
Quick-Start Guide

Contents
Contents
English Instructions
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Quick-Start Guide
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GPS-500
Before You Begin
Before You Begin
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2
Unlock Switch
Power On
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1
Charge Battery
at Least 6 Hours
Go Outdoors to Obtain
GPS Signal Reception
Volume
(Push for Brightness)
Headphone Jack
Mini USB +
Charger Port
What’s in the Box
What’s in the Box
WARNING: Operation of any feature of this device while driving is dangerous. Do
not operate this device while driving. Do not view or operate audio or video modes
while driving.
For safety reasons, this device will cease navigation functions when the video mode
is enabled. Do not attempt to disable any safety function incorporated in this device.
Any alteration of this device may cause serious injury and shall void the warranty.
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GPS-500
Car Charger
Wall Charger
USB Cable
Fold-Flat Mounting Bracket
Plastic Disc for Dash-Mount
Adhesive Pad for Plastic Disc
Alcohol Cleaning Pad for Dash Surface
Quick-Start Guide
Carrying Case

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GPS-500
Setup Wizard
Setup Wizard
Finished!
Select Language
Select Units
Select Time Zone
Set Time of Day
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The geographic information provided by this device serves as a navigational aid only
and does not include information pertaining to construction, road closures, speed
restrictions, road or trac conditions, or other circumstances relevant to public safety.
The driver must always be aware of the actual road conditions and surroundings, and
decide whether or not to follow the information provided by this device. Obey all trac
laws and observe safe driving practices. The manufacturer does not accept responsibility
for any inaccurate or incomplete information provided by this device.
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GPS-500
Plan a Trip
Input the Destination
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Choose “Plan a Trip” Choose “Address”
Follow the On-Screen Prompts
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Choose “Go”

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GPS-500
Loading Media Files
Loading Media Files
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1
SD Card Drive
Name and Drive Letter
depend on your settings
* An SD Memory Card (up to 4MB) is required for storage of audio and video les. This is not included with
the unit and must be purchased separately.
Media Files GPS-500 SD Card
Drag and Drop Files
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3
Up to 4MB
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Unplug From the
Computer, and You’re
Finished!
GPS-500 is compatible with the following A/V formats:
Audio (Supports ID3 Tags v1 and v2.1-2.3)
• MP3 16-Bit (VBR/CBR), 44kHz, 64kbps up to
320kbps, 2-channel
• WMA 16-Bit, 44kHz stereo, 32kbps up to 160kbps
(VBR) and 32kbps up to 256kbps (CBR),
2-channel
Video
• MPEG-4 ASP up to 624 x 352 @ 24fps (does not support
GMC or Qpel) with MP3 audio VBR/CBR to
192kbps, 16-bit, 48kHz, 2-channel
• WMV9 Up to 320 x 240 @ 24fps SP @ ML

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GPS-500
Navigation Menu
(Blue Background)
Music Menu
(Red Background)
Video Menu
(Green Background)
Settings Menu
(Gray Background)
Using the Multimedia Player
Using the Multimedia Player
Source Menu Breakout
Choosing “Music” from the source menu brings up the “Artists” screen.
You can navigate music by Artist, Album, Genre, Playlist or Song, using the
appropriate button.
Choosing “Video”from the source menu brings up the “Video” screen.
You can view all the video les stored on the SD card and select one to view
by pressing that le name.
Music Menu Example
Video Menu Example
Repeat
Shue
File Display
Options
Scroll Up/Down
Scroll Up/Down
File Name
File Name
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For safety reasons, this device will cease navigation functions when the video mode is
enabled. Do not attempt to disable any safety function incorporated in this device. Any
alteration of this device may cause serious injury and shall void the warranty.

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GPS-500
In-Vehicle Installation
In-Vehicle Installation
Select Mounting Location
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Install GPS-500
in Mounting Base
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Dash-Mount
Install
Mounting
Base
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Display
Angle
Adjustment
Windshield-Mount
Lock
Unlock
Clean dash with supplied alcohol pad.
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Do not install this device in any manner that impairs the safe operation of the vehicle. Do not
install this device on any airbag panels or in the deployment eld of any airbags. Do not place
the device on the vehicle’s dashboard unsecured. Failure to observe the installation or usage
instructions may result in trac accidents or personal injury.
The installation of this device on the windshield, between the driver and the windshield, or
otherwise in any manner that obstructs the driver’s clear view of the road or trac conditions is
dangerous and may be prohibited by law. State laws in California and Minnesota (and possibly
other states) prohibit the mounting of this device on the windshield, in which case other
mounting methods should be used. Check your state and local laws before mounting.
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Mounting the Unit
Mounting the Unit

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GPS-500
Volume
Headphone Jack
Do not use headphones
while driving!
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Connect to Audio System
or
Use Built-In Speaker
Plug In for Charging
When Needed
To Audio System
Built-In Speaker
12 VDC
Listening to Audio (Car)
Listening to Audio (Car)
Listening to Audio (Personal)
Listening to Audio (Personal)
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2
Connect Headphones or
Ear Buds
Or Use the Built-In
Speaker
The installation and use suggestions provided by the manufacturer may be subject to
restrictions or limitations by federal, state or local laws. The user should determine whether the
installation and use of this device is governed by any law prior to installation or use. For more
information, please consult the user’s manual online at http://www.guideandplay.com.
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For customer and technical support, call
516.255.4545 (USA only)
250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, NewYork 11797
www.harmankardon.com
©2006 Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved
Part No. 950-0174-001
Problem/Symptom Possible Solution
Unit does not turn on at all Charge battery, check UNLOCK switch
Unit does not have a good GPS signal Make sure unit has a clear and
unobstructed view of the sky
Unit does not have songs/movies Requires loading to SD card
Computer sees unit as “MTP Device” Change preference in “Settings”menu
Screen is too bright or too dim Adjust in“Settings”menu or press
rotary wheel on the right side
Volume is too low for navigation
prompts
Adjust volume using rotary wheel on
the right side
Suction cup mount is loose Reposition with moderate force
Screen is loose on mount Make sure it is securely “clicked” into
place on both the bottom and back
Unit is unresponsive, won’t power o Using a paper clip, press the reset
button on the right side of the
bottom panel
Download the complete GPS-500 User’s Manual at
www.guideandplay.com
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting