Navman EZY255LMT User manual

EZY₂₅₅LMT/
MY₆₀₀LMT
User Manual
EZY-Series
MY-Series

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Table of contents
Important safety information.............................................................................. 5
Precautions..................................................................................................... 5
Declaration of conformity ........................................................................... 7
WEEE....................................................................................................... 7
Bluetooth ............................................................................................... 7
Getting to know your Navman............................................................................8
Mounting your Navman in a vehicle ................................................................... 9
Enabling traffic (TMC) reception................................................................. 9
Turning your Navman ON and OFF................................................................... 10
Resetting your Navman.............................................................................. 10
How do I connect my Navman to my computer?............................................11
Inserting a memory card..................................................................................... 12
Main Menu ............................................................................................................ 13
Navigating through the menu screens ..................................................... 15
Using the Keyboard screen................................................................................. 16
How do I go from A-B?.........................................................................................17
How do I use the FIND wizard? ..................................................................17
How do I plan my first trip? ....................................................................... 18
How do I preview the destination on map?............................................. 19
How do I preview a route? .........................................................................20
Changing the navigation mode..................................................................20
Large Vehicle and Professional Truck modes ..................................20
Pedestrian mode ................................................................................. 21
How do I view my route?....................................................................................22
How do I select the route type?................................................................22
The driving map ...........................................................................................22
How do I change the route configuration?......................................23
How do I view my route statistics?...........................................................24
How do I adjust the volume?.....................................................................24
How do I zoom in/out the map?................................................................25
How do I view the traffic status on my route?........................................25
Advanced routing functions.......................................................................25
Smart Routes .......................................................................................25
My Drive ...............................................................................................26
Parking assistant .................................................................................26
How do I create a trip with multiple stops? ....................................................27
How do I edit the waypoints in the trip?..................................................28

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How do I skip a waypoint during a multi-stop trip?...............................28
How do I capture a location or a journey?.......................................................29
How do I capture the GPS co-ordinates of my location? ......................29
How do I capture a journey?......................................................................29
How do I navigate to a location I have captured? ..................................30
How do I navigate to the saved car location?.........................................30
How do I view a journey I have captured?...............................................30
MY PLACES ........................................................................................................... 31
How do I save a location as My Place or Home? .................................... 31
How do I navigate to a location I have saved?........................................ 31
How do I navigate to Home? .....................................................................32
How do I navigate to a recent place? .......................................................32
How do I edit a saved location in My Places? .........................................32
How do I navigate to a NavPix™? .........................................................33
How do I navigate to a NavPix™? .................................................33
How do I edit the NavPix™? ..........................................................34
How do I search for a POI?.................................................................................35
How do I find the nearest POIs using NEAR ME?....................................35
How do I find the POIs using EXPLORE?..................................................36
How do I set my POI preferences?............................................................38
How do I find the nearest POIs using the POI category buttons? .......39
How do I search for a POI by type?...........................................................40
How do I search for a POI by Smart Find Keyword?............................... 41
How do I receive current traffic information via TMC?..................................42
How will I know when a traffic event occurs? ........................................42
Traffic overview screen...............................................................................43
How do I view a list of all events on my route?......................................43
How do I view the traffic details? .............................................................44
How do I know if a detour is recommended? .................................45
How do I avoid an event on my route? ............................................45
Traffic messages ..........................................................................................45
Detour Not Available messages .......................................................45
Detour recommended messages......................................................45
Traffic preferences.......................................................................................46
TMC Service .........................................................................................46
Accept recommended detours automatically ................................46
Traffic event notification ...................................................................46
What is Travel Book?...........................................................................................47
How do I search for a POI using Travel Book?.........................................47
How do I make a hands-free call? .....................................................................48
How do I pair my Navman with a Bluetooth device?.............................48
How do I configure the Internet settings? ......................................49
How do I add contacts to my Navman?...................................................50
How do I make a phone call?.....................................................................50
Making a call using the keypad .........................................................50

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Making a call from the phonebook...................................................50
How do I respond to a phone call?............................................................ 51
In-call options .............................................................................................. 51
How do I view my call history? ................................................................. 51
How do I control my Navman using Voice Command?..................................52
Customising the system settings......................................................................53
Audio .............................................................................................................53
Screen............................................................................................................54
Safety............................................................................................................55
Route options...............................................................................................56
Language.......................................................................................................59
Answer calls by voice..................................................................................59
Units ..............................................................................................................60
Time Zone.....................................................................................................60
Device............................................................................................................ 61
Demo.............................................................................................................62
Help ...............................................................................................................63
What is NavDesk? ...............................................................................................64
Can I use NavDesk with my computer?...................................................64
How do I install NavDesk onto my computer?.......................................64
NavDesk Menu.............................................................................................65
My Subscriptions .........................................................................................66
How do I purchase a subscription?...................................................66
How do I update subscriptions on my Navman?............................ 67
How do I recover my subscription?.................................................. 67
My Maps........................................................................................................ 67
How do I install maps onto my Navman? .......................................68
How do I remove maps from my Navman?.....................................69
Voice Command...........................................................................................70
Custom POIs .................................................................................................71
How do I install custom POIs?...........................................................71
How do I delete a custom POI file/category from my Navman? 73
Photo Album ................................................................................................73
What else can I do with pictures and albums on my computer? . 74
Photo Album preferences .................................................................. 75
Image Search................................................................................................ 76
How do I search for a NavPix™ on the Internet?........................ 76
How do I import NavPix™ to My Places? .................................... 77
Application Gallery ..................................................................................... 77
How do I rearrange Main Menu items on my Navman?................ 77
How do I remove a Main Menu item from my Navman? .............. 77
How do I add a Main Menu item to my Navman?.......................... 78
How do I reset the Main Menu screen?............................................ 78
Unlock Features...........................................................................................78
My Places......................................................................................................79
How do I sort My Place locations?...................................................79
How do I import or export a location?............................................. 79

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How do I edit a location from the map screen?..............................80
Trip Planner .................................................................................................. 81
How do I pre-plan a route by search? .............................................. 81
How do I pre-plan a route using the map?......................................82
How do I edit a route? ........................................................................82
MY Navman..................................................................................................83
How do I change the displayed language for NavDesk? ...............83
How do I install or remove a voice file for my Navman? ..............83
How do I register my Navman and set a PIN?................................83
How do I report mileage? ..................................................................84
How do I backup and restore my Navman? ....................................85
How do I recover maps and voice files for my Navman? ..............85
How do I update my Navman? .........................................................85
How do I recover keys on my Navman? ..........................................86
How do I configure NavDesk?...........................................................86
Reference ..............................................................................................................88
What is GPS?................................................................................................88
How does my Navman receive GPS signals?...........................................88
Caring for your Navman.............................................................................88
Troubleshooting...........................................................................................89
For more information..........................................................................................90
Online support.............................................................................................90
Navman Customer Support.......................................................................90
Speed Limit...................................................................................................90
Safety Camera POIs....................................................................................90
POI categories.............................................................................................. 91
Branded POIs ...............................................................................................92
POI categories by subscription .........................................................92
My Places categories ..........................................................................93
Traffic and other TMC events............................................................93

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Important safety information
Removing original equipment, adding accessories or modifying your vehicle could
affect the vehicle’s safety or make it illegal to operate in some jurisdictions.
Follow all product instructions and all instructions in your vehicle owner’s manual
regarding accessories or modifications.
Consult your country’s and/or state’s laws regarding operation of a vehicle with any
accessories or modifications.
It is your sole responsibility to place, secure and use your Navman in a manner that
will not cause accidents, personal injury or property damage. Always observe safe
driving practices.
Do not mount your Navman in a way that may interfere with the safe operation of the
vehicle, the deployment of air bags or other safety equipment.
Do not operate your Navman while driving.
Before you use your Navman for the first time, familiarize yourself with your device
and its operation.
On main roads, the distance to an exit calculated by your Navman may be further
than the distance shown on road signs. Road signs show the distance to the start of
an exit while your Navman shows the distance to the next intersection, i.e., the end of
the exit ramp or road. To prepare to exit a road, always follow distance information on
road signs.
The use of information regarding safety or speed camera locations may be subject to
local laws in the country of use. You are responsible for checking that you can legally
use the information in your country or in the country where the information will be
used.
Do not handle your Navman while it is hot. Let the product cool, out of direct sunlight.
Precautions
Failure to adhere to these warnings and cautions may lead to death, serious injury or
property damage. Navman disclaims all liability for installation or use of your Navman
that causes or contributes to death, injury or property damage or that violates any law.
About charging
Use only the charger supplied with your device. Use of another type of charger will
result in malfunction and/or danger.
This product is intended to be supplied by a LISTED Power Unit marked with “LPS,”
“Limited Power Source” and output rated + 5 V dc / 1.0 A.
Use a specified battery in the equipment.

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About the charger
Do not use the charger in a high moisture environment. Never touch the charger when
your hands or feet are wet.
Allow adequate ventilation around the charger when using it to operate the device
or charge the battery. Do not cover the charger with paper or other objects that will
reduce cooling. Do not use the charger while it is inside a carrying case.
Connect the charger to a proper power source. The voltage requirements are found on
the product case and/or packaging.
Do not use the charger if the cord becomes damaged.
Do not attempt to service the unit. There are no serviceable parts inside. Replace the
unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture.
About the battery
Use a specified battery in the equipment.
CAUTION: The battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. To reduce
the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, or dispose of in fire or
water.
Important instructions (for service personnel only)
Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of
used batteries according to the instructions.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
The battery must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Use the battery only in the specified equipment.
Only use the correct home charger (may be sold separately) or in-car charger supplied
by Navman to charge your Navman internal battery.
Only use your Navman internal battery with your Navman unit.
The Navman battery will stop charging when the ambient temperature is less than 0°C
(32°F) or more than 40°C (104°F).

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Declaration of conformity
Note: For regulatory identification purposes: EZY255LMT/MY600LMT is assigned a model name of
N393-5000.
Marking labels located on the exterior of your Navman indicate the regulations that
your model complies with. Please check the marking labels on your Navman and
refer to the corresponding statements in this chapter. Some notices apply to specific
models only.
The user needs to switch off the Navman when exposed to areas with potentially
explosive atmospheres such as petrol stations, chemical storage depots and blasting
operations.
WEEE
This product must not be disposed of as normal household waste, in accordance with the
EU directive for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE - 2002/96/EC). Instead,
it should be disposed of by returning it to the point of sale, or to a municipal recycling
collection point.
Bluetooth
Bluetooth QD ID B018983

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Getting to know your Navman
Name Description
Power button Turns your Navman on and off.
Reset button Restarts your Navman.
Speaker Sends out sounds and voice.
Charge indicator Indicates the level of battery charge:
Green - battery full
Amber - battery charging
Touch screen Displays the output of your Navman. Tap the screen with your
fingertip to select menu commands or enter information.
❻Microphone Receives sound and voice.
❼Memory card slot Accepts a MicroSD card for accessing data such as maps.
Mini-USB connector Connects to the charger or USB cable.

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Mounting your Navman in a vehicle
CAUTION:
• Never mount your Navman where the driver’s field of vision is blocked.
• If the windscreen is tinted with a reflective coating, it may be athermic and impact the GPS
reception. In this instance, please mount your Navman where there is a “clear area” - usually
just beneath the rear-view mirror.
• To protect your Navman against sudden surges in current, connect the in-car charger only
after the car engine has been started.
Enabling trac (TMC) reception
Note: Traffic information is not available on all models and is only available in selected countries.
Your Navman has a built-in TMC receiver. You can receive live traffic information* via the
in-car charger which is used as an antenna.
Note: Please note that you will not be able to receive the traffic information while using the third-
party accessory (such as your own car charger).
For information on using traffic information on your Navman, refer to the "How do I
receive current traffic information via TMC?" section.
* Subscription may be required. Visit www.Navman.com for more details.

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Turning your Navman ON and OFF
For the initial start-up, press and hold the power button for 2
seconds to turn on your Navman.
Follow the prompts. The Main Menu will display.
To put your Navman in a suspended state, briefly press the power
button, then tap Sleep.
When you next turn it on, your Navman will return to the last
screen that you used.
To lock the screen, briefly press the power button, then tap Lock.
To unlock the screen, briefly press the power button, then tap
Unlock.
To turn off your Navman, press and hold the power button for 5
seconds.
Resetting your Navman
Occasionally, you may need to perform a hardware reset when your Navman stops
responding, or appears to be “frozen” or “locked-up.”
Insert a small rod, such as a straightened paperclip, into the reset button of your Navman.
Your Navman will restart automatically.

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How do I connect my Navman to my
computer?
CAUTION: For optimal performance of the lithium battery:
• Do not charge the battery where the temperature is high (e.g. in direct sunlight).
• There is no need to fully discharge the battery before charging. You can charge the battery
before it is discharged.
• When storing the product for a long period of time, be sure to fully charge the battery at least
once every two weeks. Over discharge of the battery can affect the charging performance.
• Failure to follow the battery usage instructions could cause damage to your device, battery
and even bodily injury or property damage and will void any warranty.
1. Turn on your computer.
2. Plug the large end of the USB cable directly into a USB port on your computer (not a
USB hub) and plug the small end into the mini-USB connector on your Navman.
3. When your Navman is turned on and connected to the computer, you can select the
desired connection type from the pop-up message screen:
Charge only: You will be able to continue using your Navman with the battery in
charging mode via the computer.
Computer: Your Navman will be recognised as an external mass-storage device
named by the model name. A USB connection screen will appear to prevent you
from using your Navman.
Note: DO NOT delete any files that are pre-installed on the device. Deleting the files can
cause the device to crash. Navman is not responsible for product quality caused by file
deletion.
Before disconnecting your Navman from the computer, it is recommended to
safely remove the USB drive from the system. This prevents data loss on the device.

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Navigating on the screen
To operate your Navman, touch the screen with your fingertip. You can perform the
following actions:
Tap
Press and release an item displayed on the touch screen.
Select
Tap an item on a list or tap a command from a menu.
Inserting a memory card
CAUTION: Do not apply pressure to the centre of the memory card.
Hold the card (MicroSD) by the edges and gently insert it into the slot as shown below.
To remove a card, gently push the top edge of the card inwards to release it, and pull it
out of the slot. Inserting the card in the reverse direction may cause damage.
Note: Navman does not guarantee the product’s compatibilities with MicroSD cards from all
manufacturers.

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Main Menu
The Main Menu is your starting point for searching for a destination. The Main Menu also
allows you to customise your Navman, view saved locations as My Place/Home, and
search for POIs nearby, and so on.
EZ series MY series
Tap to show the next page of Main Menu.
Note: Main Menu screen options and the order of the options may differ from the above, depending
on your region, maps installed or Navman model.
Icon Description
Search for places, areas and streets to help plan your route.
Display the Map screen.
Access your saved locations.
Explore the area around your current position or destination.
Receive live traffic information on your route and set traffic preferences.
Configure your Navman to enhance your navigation experience.
Search for POIs nearby.
Control your Navman by voice, allowing you to search for an address/place/POI
easily.
Add or begin a planned trip with multiple waypoints.
Use your Navman as a hands-free car kit.
Display the calculated route in simulation mode.

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Icon Description
Record GPS co-ordinates of a location or a journey.
Select your navigation mode: Car, Large Vehicle*, Professional Truck*, or Pedestrian.
* For selected models.
Search for information and POIs for the city you are visiting.
Get help with just a phone call when your car breaks down on the road.
Set or navigate to your home address.
Search for the nearest petrol stations.
Search for the nearest emergency services, including hospitals and police stations.
Search for the nearest restaurants, cafes, fast-food premises and other dining
establishments.
Search for the nearest cafes.
Search for the nearest hotels/motels.
Search for the nearest parking places.
Search for the nearest banks and ATMs.

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Navigating through the menu screens
The system provides the BACK button ( ) and MAIN MENU button ( ) in the title
bar of the menu screen which allow you to navigate through the menu screens easily. You
can:
Return to the previous screen by tapping the BACK button.
Return to the Main Menu by tapping the MAIN MENU button.
Note: In some menu screens, the MAIN MENU button will not appear in the title bar. In this
instance, you may have to tap the BACK button twice.
In some menu screens (such as the map Overview screen), the system provides the tab
buttons in the title bar that allow you to enter the additional page in the menu screen.
Simply tap the desired tab to change the view. The selected tab will be highlighted as a
darker-colour tab.

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Using the Keyboard screen
The Keyboard screen will display when you are required to enter text, such as when
searching for a street name.
The Keyboard screen can display with various layouts depending on the information you
need to enter, including alphabets, numbers, alternate characters and combinations of
these.
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To select a character, tap the character.
To delete a character, tap . Tap and hold to delete the entire text.
To enter numbers, tap .
To set the keyboard preference from the Keyboard screen, tap . Select the
preferred keyboard type from the list.

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How do I go from A-B?
CAUTION: For your safety, enter destination information before you start a journey. Do not
enter a destination while driving.
How do I use the FIND wizard?
Your Navman is equipped with maps that provide street-level details for door-to-door
navigation, including POIs such as accommodation, parking areas, petrol stations, railway
stations and airports. The FIND wizard allows you to search the location easily.
1. On the Main Menu, tap to display the FIND screen.
EZ series MY series
Note: FIND screen display and the order of the options may differ from the below, depending
on your region, maps installed or model of Navman.
2. Complete the following:
If you want to… Then…
search all information on the device - city, streets, named sites, features,
landmarks or venues, tap .
search for an address, tap .
search for a city/area, tap .
search for a location from the Map screen (EZY series only), tap .
search for a location using a GPS coordinate (MY series only), tap .
search a location by postcode, tap .
search for a street intersection (MY series only), tap .
search for a POI, tap .
navigate to a recently visited location (MY series only), tap .
Note: For further instructions on searching for a POI, refer to the “How do I search for a POI?”
section.

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How do I plan my first trip?
Note: Menu displays may vary, depending on your Navman model.
Using your Navman to plan your first trip is easy. There are several ways to select your
destination. The following steps will show you how to plan your route by searching the
address.
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 
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Complete the following:
If you want to… Then…
calculate the route and start navigating, tap .
save the location as a favourite, tap .
save the location as Home, tap . Then tap .
explore the map, tap .

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How do I preview the destination on map?
After searching an address (or a POI), you can preview the destination on map to explore
the area near the location.
1. On the Destination screen, tap the button to display the destination preview map.
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2. On the destination preview map, you can:
Tap the / button to zoom in/out the map.
View the information of your destination that is shown at the top of the Map
screen.
Tap on a street/area/POI to display the related information of the location near
your destination.
Tap the grey arrow icon ( ) to return to your current position on the map.
Drag and then tap on the map to select other destinations. The information of the
selected street/area/POI near your destination will be displayed. Tapping the check
mark will bring up the Destination screen of the selected location.
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