Pharos Smart Navigator User manual

Smart Navigator User’s
Manual

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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND TERMS USED IN THE
MANUAL
Windows® Mobile-based device -Pharos Traveler GPS
devices, Pocket PCs, and Pocket PC Phones.
Windows CE device –Pharos Drive GPS devices
Pocket PC Requirements
Operating System: Windows Mobile 5 or higher
Memory: 5-MB Program (memory cards are suggested for
map storage)
Compact Flash card or SD/MMC card memory: 64 MB
minimum
Desktop/Laptop Requirements
CPU: Pentium class
Operating System: Windows 2000/XP or higher.
USB port or Card Reader for data transfers to Windows
Mobile-based devices: Microsoft ActiveSync must be
installed and connected if transferring data via connection
from the device to USB port if you are using Windows XP.
Available hard drive space: 64-MB minimum for map
installation.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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System Requirements and Terms Used
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Table of Contents
3
Precautions and Notices
6
1.0
Introduction to Pharos GPS Software and
Hardware 7
2
.0
Summary of Features
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3.0
Smart Navigator
Terms and Abbreviations
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4.0
On
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screen Features
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4.1
Map Screen Buttons
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4.2
Go
Buttons
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4.3
Menu Buttons
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4.4
SmartNav
Buttons
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4.5
View
Buttons
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4.6
Route
Buttons
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4.7
GP
S Buttons
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4.8
Tools Buttons
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5.0
General Features of
Smart Navigator
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5.1
Anatomy of the Navigation Screen
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5.2
Opening and Viewing a Map
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5.3
Satellite and Compass Information Screens
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5.4
User Interface Options
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5.5
Displ
ay Options
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5.6
Zooming (In/Out) Capabilities
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5.7
SmartNav
Services
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0
6.0
Using Features in
Smart Navigator
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2
6.1
Creating a Route
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2
6.2
Adding Multi
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Stops to a Route
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6.3
Using the Point of Interest Search
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6.4
Saving Position
as a Favorite, Contact, or Home
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6.5
Using Trip Trace
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6.6
Deleting Favorites
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7.0
Smart Navigator Services
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7.1
Register & Subscribe
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7.2
Smart Login
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7.3
Using
Real
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time Traffic, POI Finder, and
Maps on
Demand
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7.
4
Using Follow Me
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8.0
GPS Receiver Setup and Configuration
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3
8.1
Configuring GPS in Smart Navigator
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8.
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Installing Pharos GPS Hardware
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5
9.0
Troubleshooting
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10.0
Contact Us at Pharos
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11.0
SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT
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!! IMPORTANT !!
Register your Pharos Smart Navigator Software
NOW at:
https://www.pharosgps.com/regproduct/
As a Pharos Registered Customer, you are
eligible to download updated maps and software
and participate in any future programs or services
that Pharos may announce. Discounted fees
and/or additional charges may apply. Registration
is easy, and Pharos never sells or releases user
information to any outside entities.

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Precautions and Notices
ØDo not attempt to operate the controls on a Pharos GPS system in a
vehicle while in motion or in any way that interferes with safe driving.
ØSecure your device to the vehicle in such a way as to not endanger the
driver or passengers while driving or during operation.
ØDo not place your device in any area of the vehicle where the use of
electronic displays is prohibited in motor vehicles.
ØGPS signals cannot pass through opaque solid materials. Obstacles,
such as tall buildings, tunnels, highways, dense trees, and bad weather
can effect signal reception. If window tint contains metallic material,
GPS signal may be poor. Cordless phones, radar detectors, satellite
radio receivers, and other wireless devices may interfere with GPS
reception or result in poor GPS reception quality.
ØNavigation maps may contain errors and omissions or may be out-of-
date with recent road changes or conditions. On the rare instance
where an address or section is missing from our maps, please contact
us as soon as possible to ensure that we keep our maps up-to-date with
the least amount of errors as possible. Please be attentive toroadway
signage, all posted roadway information, and the condition of the road
itself. Calculated routes are reference only. Users must obey traffic
signs and local regulations.
ØGPS positioning is intended for use as a reference, not precise
measurement of direction, distance, or topography. Routes in Smart
Navigator are recommendations only.
ØDo notleave the product in direct sunlight or heat for extended periods
of time. Overheating the battery can be dangerous and/or cause
malfunctions.
Pharos software and hardware may notbe used for any purpose in
which failure could lead to personal injury, physical, or
environmental damage.

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1.0 Introduction to Pharos GPS Software and
Hardware
Thank you for choosingPharos GPS products. These award-
winning mobility tools will help you travel in a more efficient, organized
and informed manner. This introduction should be used as a reference
when getting started with our system. While you may not need to use all
the steps in the introduction regularly, being familiar with these features
will make usage easier.
ØMake sureMicrosoft ActiveSync is installed on your desktop/
laptop computer if you areusing Windows Mobile-based devices
(Windows Vista does not require ActiveSync)
ØBefore installingSmart Navigator on your Windows Mobile-
based devices (Section 2), make sure ActiveSync on your
desktopshows“Connected”
ØKnow both your departure location and your destination to
determine which maps you need
ØTo prevent many new-user issues, read theOwner’s Manual
that came with your device
Use this product prudently. The product manufacturer is not liable for
anydamages or lost profits caused by misuse of the product. Pharos
and its suppliers specifically disclaim any warranties, either
expressed or implied, for their products’ fitness for use in any high-
risk activity
Our new Traveler series implement the mostadvanced assist GPS
technology to refineGPS capability. After the firstposition fix, subsequent
fixes become much faster. In fact, the Traveler series have thesome of
the best GPS performanceofSmartphones available in the market.

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2.0 Summary of Features
NMEA-0183 compliant
Detailed street level data, with up to 10 maps opened
Automatically opens the map for your current location when a
GPS lock is acquired
Screen View supports landscape as well as portrait options
Reference by address, intersection, POI, longitude/latitude or
Outlook Contacts
Routing from one Point of Reference to another, with up to 10
intermittent “Multi-Stops” in a single Route
Easy to use Points of Interest categories such as Cash, Fuel,
Food, Hotel, etc.
Text directions, Visual driving directions, and Voice guidance
Tap a street on the map to show street information
Zoom in and zoom out with stylus
Favorites stored on Pocket PC independent of Contacts
GPS status indicator with on-screenstrength indicator
Real-time simulation of Route with GPS Powered Off
Two views (one2D overhead, one 3D Birds-Eye), with night-view
map display option
A hybridnavigationsystem and themap can either reside on the
device or on a server. The advantage is that one does not rely
on wireless connection to recalculate a route.
The freedom of getting an area map based on a specific location
or a corridor map based on the route between origin and
destination (much less data size thus less downloading time).

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When navigating with the Pharos GPS Receiver you will find:
oFour routing methods: Fastest, Shortest, No Highway, Avoid Toll
Roads
oStreet name of the next turn at the top ofscreen
oDisplays the distance and direction of the next turn and distance
to final Destination
oScreen display options: Map, Arrow, and Text
oAudible Voice-prompt Route guidance
oAutozoom-in and out before and after change in trajectory
oGPS Receiver position is always Point of Origin when GPS is
enabled
oAn Auto Re-Route option and one-touch Re-Route button
oMoving map while navigating with the GPS Receiver
oSelectable “North Up” or “Heading Up” for map display
Smart Nav Services
o4 Internet-basedserviceswithsubscription
oReal-time Traffic shows traffic speed and/or incident data based
on your city (where available)
oPOI Finder provides Points of Interest such as businesses, fire
departments, Wi-Fi Hotspots, FedEx Kinko’s,and more
oMaps on Demand lets you load a map over the Internet without
using a CD
oFollow Me allows you to see where other Members of your group
are on the road, or for a Member to view a driver on the road
oAccess each of these services wirelessly using built-in Wi-Fi,
GPRS, or other data connection at anyWi-Fi hotspot

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3.0 Smart Navigator Terms and Abbreviations
Action Button
Pressing the center of the Directional Pad located on the Windows
Mobile-based device allows you to automatically recalculate a Route
from your current location once you have driven off-Route.
My
Place
s
Savedlocationsstored on your device as Favorites, Recent
Destinations, or Outlook Contacts for use as Point of References
(POR).
Intersection
Intersection of roadways.
MapFinder
Utility used to automate the transferring of maps to your device.
Microsoft ActiveSync
Developed by Microsoft. Use with a Windows Mobile-based device
and your desktop computer to install/manage maps. This software
can be downloaded from: www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile
Multi-Stop
Add up to 10 stops to a route between Origin & Destination.
Point of Interest (POI)
Common points of interest, which can be used as “PORs”, are listed
in the following categories: Cash, Fuel, Food, and Hotel. City
Centers, Shopping Centers, Airports, and other public landmarks are
also available.
Point of Reference (POR)
Any item used to define a specific point or coordinate used in
navigation (e.g. Origin, Destination, Point of Interest (POI), Address,
etc.). A POR may also be set by double-tapping on themap.

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4.0 On-screen Features
4.1 Map Screen Buttons
Menu Displays buttons that enable you to set
various options, view GPS info, and use the
SmartNav online services.
Orientation Switches between portrait and landscape
views
Go Displays on-screen Buttons that allow you to
search for an address or other point of interest.

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Map Screen (2D)
Map Screen (3D)
Go Screen
SmartNav Screen
View Screen Route Screen

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4.2 Go Buttons
Address –Enter specific address as a Destination.
Point of Interest –Search for specific POI’s near your
current location (or the center of the screen) within a given set
of parameters.
My Places–Accesses pre-designated Favorites, Recent
Destinations, and Pocket Outlook Contacts database to set a
Destination.
Home –Routes you to the Favorite pre-designated as Home.
If you have not already set your Home location, this allows you
to do so.
Traffic –Gives you access to SmartNav traffic information
service. (Registration required)
GPS Screen
Tools Screen

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Map –Returns you to the map screen. This applies to all
screens in which this button appears.
4.3 Menu Buttons
SmartNav –Accesses Smart Navigator Services. For more
information see Section 4.6 Smart Navigator. Requires
Internet access and paid subscription from Pharos:
www.pharosgps.com.
Note:Applies only if using Windows Mobile-based devices.
View
–
View Text Directions, Full Route, Destination, Origin,
set 2D or 3D display, Real-time Traffic, Places Found from
POI Finder, Favorites, Friends, and a saved Trip Trace. You
can also clear the route from the screen.
Note: Some features are only available if they have been activated
on the map, such as Real-time Traffic and POIs Found, or have been
previously saved such as Trip Trace and Favorites.
Route –Create a new route, clear the current route, choose
the route type, and specify automatic rerouting if you get off
course.
GPS –Turn the GPS on or off, initialize the GPS hardware,
view GPS satellite and position info, set the device clock using
current GPS data, and save the current GPS position.
Tools–Allows you to set the display, color, language, and
unit options, Save a Place, Record a Trip Trace,Delete
Favorites, or Simulate a route,

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4.4 SmartNav Buttons
Note: Applies only if using Windows Mobile-based device
Set Location –Allows you to set your current location by clicking the
location on a map or by choosing a city.
Check Traffic –Allows access to real-time traffic data. (subscription
required). Check our website for availability.
Search POI–Allows access to a large active POI database
(subscription required).
Get Maps–Capability to download maps to your device via the
Internet(subscription required)..
Follow Me –Allows you to see exact locations of any
member/subscriber within your “network” account, or for any member
to see you (subscription required).
User ID –Enter registered email address and password to
gain access to the SmartNav Services while connected to the
Internet.

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4.5View Buttons
Text Directions –View the complete text directions of a pre-
determined route.
Full Route –View the entire route.
Destination –View the currently selected Destination on the
map.
Origin –View the currently selected Origin on the map.
2D/3D –Change map view from Overhead (2D) to Bird’s Eye
(3D) View.
Traffic Info –Displays any available traffic information that
you have downloaded.
POI Found –Displays any available points of interest.
My Favorites–Displays any locations you have saved as
favorites.
My Friends –Displays any entries from your Outlook
Contacts list.
My Trips–Displays any trip traces you have saved.
Clear Screen –Removes any currently selected route and
resets your location.

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4.6Route Buttons
New Route –Begins a new route.
Clear Route –Clears the route from the map screen,
including the Origin, Destination, and Multi-Stops.
Fastest –This will calculate the fastest route based on posted
speed limits
Shortest–This will calculate the most direct route
No Highway –This will calculate a route avoiding highways
completely (Can not be used when actually on a highway, or
when using a Highway map to route between two maps that
are not touching)
No Toll Road –This will calculate a route avoiding marked toll
roads completely. Only applies to officially designated toll
roads
Pedestrian –This will calculate a route for walking. One-way
streets are ignored.

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Advanced –Enables you to use the multi-stop feature while
creating a route.
Auto Reroute –Enabling the Auto Reroute option will have
the software automatically calculate a new route if you go off
the calculated route.
4.7 GPS Buttons
On –Powers on the GPS hardware.
Off –Powers off the GPS hardware. To prevent unnecessary
battery drain, select this option whenever you no longer need
GPS routing.
Initialization –Resets the GPS hardware. Use this option if
the GPS has not been able to obtain current GPS satellite
data after several minutes.
GPS Info –Displays the satellites that are currently in view. A
second screen shows the current position information once a
fix has been obtained.
Set Clock –Sets the device clock using the current GPS
satellite information.

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Save GPS Position –Saves your current location so that the
GPS will be able to obtain a fix faster the next time you use it.
4.8Tools Buttons
Setting, Display, 3D –Displays maps in 3D (or “Bird’s Eye”)
Setting, Display, 2D Heading Up –Displays maps in 2D.
Heading Up option will set the display to always show the
GPS indicator pointing towards the top of the screen with a
compass in the upper right corner of the screen.
Setting, Display, 2D North Up –Displays maps in 2D.
Enabling the North Up option will orient the screen to have
North always at the top of the screen.
Setting, Display, Day View –Enabling Day View will use
lighter colors on your screen.
Setting, Display, Night View –Night View will display darker
colors on the map, making it less bright (and less distracting to
the driver) than Daylight View.

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Setting, Display, Auto –Automatically displays Day View or
Night View based on local sunset and sunrise times.
Setting, Color Scheme –This allows you to change the color
scheme for Smart Navigator. The choices are Black, Blue,
Burgundy, Green, Violet, and Yellow.
Setting, Voice Language –This will allow either the Default
(USA English using miles) or an Alternative voice prompt (UK
English using kilometers) to be used for navigation, or to turn
Off the Voice Guidance.
Setting, Unit –This allows you to choose miles (English) or
kilometers (Metric) as the unit of measure.
Setting, Simulate GPS –This allows you to play back a trip
trace you saved earlier.
Setting, About –This provides Smart Navigator version
information.
Save a Place –Allows you to save the current GPS/Map
Center location, the current Destination or Origin, or a location
you enter using latitude and longitude values.