Modecom FreeWAY MX User manual

MODECOM
user’s manual
personal navigation
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Contents:
I. Basic Introduction 5
1. Overview 5
2. Using accessories 5
2.1 Charging by AC adapter 5
2.2 Charging by Car Charger 6
2.3 Install the Car Mount System 6
II. Main function introduction 6
1. Starting up 6
2. Navigation 7
3. Media 7
3.1 Music 8
3.2 Photo 9
3.3 Ebook 10
3.4 Video 10
4. Bluetooth 12
4.1 Phone keypad 12
4.2 Call Record 13
4.3 Pair 13
4.4 Attribute 14
4.5 Pair Devices 15
4.6 Last call record 15
5. System setting 15
5.1 Backlight 16
5.2 System Info 16
5.3 Language 18
5.4 Power 18
5.5 Volume 18
5.6 Date Time 19
III Connecting to Your PC 21
IV Battery, Charger and Safety
Precaution 22
1.1 About Charging 22
1.2 About the AC Adapter and the Car
Charger 22
1.3 About the Battery 22
V Troubleshooting and Maintenance 23
1.1 Resetting Your System 23
1.2 Power Problems 23
1.3 Screen Problems 23
1.4 Connection Problems 24
1.5 GPS Problems 24

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personal navigation
device
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Thank you for choosing MODECOM FreeWAY MX GPS Navigation Device.
MODECOM FreeWAY MX is a new model from astonishing FreeWAY series.With big 5.0 inch
display , it is more convenient while driving a car or making the journey safer. FreeWAY MX
is one of the most advanced devices in the market. The 30 GPS channels ,allow the custo-
mer to obtains excellent positioning accuracy.
With FreeWAY MX each journey is a real pleasure as the driver can feel comfortable. The
simple user’s interface along with sensitive touch panel and voice instructions can not to
be underestimated.
MODECOM FreeWAY MX allows you to make use of many important functionalities such
as: GPS positioning, searching for specic locations, calculating and planning optimal jo-
urney route, recording route and its playback.
Additional features such as a built-in Bluetooth module allows to pair your mobile pho-
ne with the FreeWAY MX and use it as a hand-free set. AV-IN gives possibility to connect
device with rearview camera. MODECOM FreeWAY MX is also equipped with interesting
entertainment features that can make each journey more pleasant. Device includes mul-
timedia player (for music and movie playing), photo browser and e-book reader. All les
can be storage on the SDHC card that FreeWAY MX supports. To make the journey even
more entertaining FM transmitter allows to listen to the music directly from the car spe-
akers. The stable car mount enables to set device in the most convenience position for the
driven, preventing at the same time shaking of the whole set.
It is amazing how safe and pleasant the journey has become.

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MODECOM cares about the product quality to satisfy both current and future customer
needs. Our customers has been accustomed to high quality, advanced technology and re-
liability of our products. For you, we are creating things exceptional in every aspect.
Choose better future – choose MODECOM!
The information contained here subject to changes without notice.
Introduction
This manual is a complete instruction for the device. Please read this manual carefully be-
fore using.
Precaution and Notice
GPS is operated and controlled under the sole responsibility of the Government of the
United States of America, who are responsible for its availability and accuracy. Any chan-
ges in GPS availability and accuracy, or in environmental conditions, may impact the ope-
ration of your device .We can not accept any liability for the availability and accuracy of
GPS.
The device is used only as a navigation aid. It is not for precise measurement of direction,
distance, location or topography. The user must follow all trac signs and local regula-
tions along the roads.
GPS satellite signals cannot pass through solid materials (except glass). When you are insi-
de a tunnel or building, GPS position is not available.
A minimum of 4 GPS satellite signals are needed to determine current location. Signal re-
ception can be aected by situations such as bad weather or wireless devices or dense
overhead obstacles (e.g. tall buildings).
When you get out of the car, do not leave device on the dashboard or subject to direct
sunlight. The overheating of the battery may cause malfunctions and/or dangerous con-
ditions.

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For your own safety, do not operate the controls of the device while driving. Do not mount
where the driver’s eld of vision is blocked
In the Box
FreeWAY MX, AC adapter, Suction mount, Car charger, User manual, Bracket, USB cable,
Earphone, Mini DVD
I. Basic Introduction
1. Overview
(1) Power Switch, (2) USB Connector, (3) Earphone Jack, (4) AV-IN Port, (5) SD/SDHC Card
Slot, (6) Reset , (7) Stylus
2. Using accessories
2.1 Charging by AC adapter
Please use the AC adapter to charge the device for the rst time.To maximize the life of the
battery, the device must be full of charge for the rst time.
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
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- Plug the adapter’s DC port into the device’s USB port on its right-side panel
- Plug the adapter into the main supply socket.
- The charging indicator will light. When the unit is fully charged, the red indicator will
turn green.
2.2 Charging by Car Charger
The car charger supplies power to your device
when you are using the device in a car.
Caution: To protect your device against sud-
den surges in current, connect the car charger
only after the car engine has been started.
Plug the car charger’s USB plug into the USB
port of the FreeWAY MX and the other end into the car’s cigarette lighter.
2.3 Install the Car Mount System
Take o the protected lm on the bottom of
the suction mount, then choose a right pla-
ce on the windscreen or side window. Make
sure that the area where the suction mount
will be xed is clear. Caution: Never place the
stand where the driver’s eld of vision is
blocked.
II. Main function introduction
1. Starting up
Press the Power button to power on the device, then you will enter into the Main Manu
interface.

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2. Navigation
Insert the SD/SDHC card with map software (optional) into the slot of FreeWAY MX.
Note: Do not remove the card during GPS operation.
Double tap the “Navigation” icon on the Main Menu to start the navigation program.
Please refer to the manual of the map software.
Note: Normally it takes a bit longer to receive the GPS signal the rst time you turn on the
unit. Your device has to locate at least 3 satellites to function. This time to nd the satelli-
tes is signicantly shorter after the rst time you use the device. If you move your unit over
300km without it being used, it may need a little more time to locate the satellites again.
3. Media
Tap the "Media" icon on the Main Menu and enter into the following interface.

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3.1 Music
1) Tap the icon“Music” on the media menu and enter into following interface.
A
B
C
A: Page Up, B: Page Down, C: Return to previous menu
2) Double tap your desired le and enter into the following interface.
A
BCDEFGH
A: Return to the Media Menu, B: Volume control, C: Return to previous menu, D: Next , E:
Previous, F: Stop, G: Speed bar, H: Pause/Play

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3.2 Photo
1) Tap the "Photo" icon on the media menu and enter into the following interface.
2) Double tap the le on the screen and enter into the following interface.
E
A
F
B
H
C
G
D
A: Return to the Media Menu, B: Next, C: Return to previous menu, D: Current picture
name, E: Zoom in, F: Zoom out, G: Full screen, H: Rotate
Tap“Full screen” button, it will display in full screen size.
When in full screen, double press the screen again, it will return to original playing size.

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3.3 Ebook
1) Tap the "Ebook" icon on the Media menu and enter into the following interface.
2) Double tap the le and enter into the following interface.
A
B
C
D
E
F
A: Return to the Media Menu, B: Previous, C: Next, D: Return to previous menu, E: Pages
chose, F: Current page/Total pages, G: Current le name
3.4 Video
1) Tap the icon "Video" on the Media menu and enter the following interface.

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A
B
C
A: Page Up, B: Page Down, C: Return to previous menu
2) Tap the le you desired and enter into the following interface.
A
B
F
C
G
D
EH
A: Return to the Media menu, B: Pause/play, C: StopD: Next, E: Volume control, F: Full scre-
en, G: Return to previous menu, H: Speed bar
Tap“Full screen” button or double press the screen, it will play in full screen.
When playing in full screen, double press the screen again, it will return to original play-
ing size.

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4. Bluetooth
Tap the icon“Bluetooth” on the Main Menu and enter into the following interface.
4.1 Phone keypad
Tap the icon on the Bluetooth menu and enter into the Phone keypad interface.
A
B
C
D
A: Return to the Bluetooth menu, B: Backspace, C: Pair and connect with the mobile you
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4.2 Call Record
Tap the icon on the Bluetooth menu and enter into the Call Record interface.
A
IG
B
C
D
E
H
F
A: Return to the Bluetooth menu, B: Previous, C: Next, D: Connect with the mobile number
that is highlighted, E: Delete all the call records, F: Delete the recorded number you chose,
G: Hang up the number you dial, H: Incoming call record, I: Outgoing call record
4.3 Pair
Tap the icon on the Bluetooth menu and enter into the Pair interface.
While pairing turn on Bluetooth module in a mobile phone and enable pairing function.

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4.4 Attribute
1) Tap the icon on the Bluetooth menu and enter into the Attribute interface.
A
B
A: PIN Setting, B: Music Setting
2) Tap“PIN Setting”button and enter into the following interface to set the PIN Code.
3) Tap“Music Setting”button and enter into the following interface.
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4.5 Pair Devices
Tap the icon on the Bluetooth menu and enter into the Paired Devices interface
A
B
C
D
EF
A: Return to the Bluetooth menu, B: Up, C: Down, D: Delete all the Devices information , E:
Disconnect the Devices you chose , F: Connect the Devices you chose
4.6 Last call record
Tap the icon on the Bluetooth menu to dial last outgoing number.
5. System setting
Tap the icon "System” on the Main menu and enter into the System interface.

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5.1 Backlight
Tap the "Backlight" icon on the System menu and enter into the following interface.
A. Tap "-" to weaken the backlight, and tap "+" to stronger the backlight.
B. Under “Battery”, tap “<” or “>” button to select the duration of auto power o the bac-
klight.
C. Under “AC power”, tap “<” or “>” to select the duration of auto power o the backlight
when using AC adaptor.
5.2 System Info
Tap the "Sys Info" icon on the System Menu and enter into the following interface:

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A. Tap the icon“USB”to set the USB working mode.
Choose“Mass Storage”if you want FreeWAY MX to work as mass storage device.
Choose“MS ActiveSync” if you want FreeWAY MX to connect with PC via ActiveSync.
B. Tap the icon "Calibration" to adjust the touch screen.
According to the information on the screen, press the right cross centre. Then take the
operation under instruction until the following screen display.

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5.3 Language
Tap the icon“Language”on the System Menu and enter into the following interface:
5.4 Power
Tap the icon“Power”on the System Menu and enter into following interface:
5.5 Volume
Tap the icon "Volume" on the System Menu and enter into the following interface:

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A. Tap"-" or "+" to adjust volume of speaker.
B. You can select "Enable sounds for taps" and "Use FM".
C. Tap "<"or ">" icon to select a suitable frequency for FM transmitter.
Fix the transmission frequency of the FreeWAY MX rst, and then turn on car radio and
tune it at the same frequency as FreeWAY MX, and then you can hear the voice coming
out from the car radio’s loudspeaker.
5.6 Date Time
Tap the icon“Date Time”on the System Menu and enter into the following interface:

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A. Tap “Date" icon and then enter into the Date interface; use "<" or ">" icon to adjust the
date.
B. Tap "Time" icon and then enter into the Time interface; use "<" or ">" icon to adjust the
time.
C. Tap "Time Zone" icon and then enter into the following interface; use "<" or ">" icon to
adjust the time zone.