Pharos Ostia 3.x User manual

Ostia 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
Processor Type: StrongArm or XScale
Operating System: Windows CE Version 4.0 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 using MapFinder.
Available hard drive space: 64-MB minimum for map
installation.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PG
System Requirements and Terms Used 2
Table of Contents 3
Precautions and Notices 6
Introduction to Pharos GPS Software and Hardware 7
1.0 Summary of Features 8
2.0 Getting Started with Ostia and MapFinder 10
2.1 Get Connected, Install Ostia and Open MapFinder 10
2.2 Using the MapFinder Software 12
2.3 Selecting Maps 13
2.4 Extracting and Transferring Maps 15
2.5 Other MapFinder Functions 16
3.0 Ostia Terms and Abbreviations 17
4.0 On-screen Features 18
4.1 Map Screen Buttons 18
4.2 Goto Buttons 19
4.3 Power User 20
4.4 View Buttons 22
4.5 Options Buttons 23
4.6 Smart Navigator Buttons 24
4.7 Options Details 26
5.0 General Features of Ostia 28
5.1 Anatomy of the Navigation Screen 28
5.2 Opening and Viewing a Map 29
5.3 Satellite and Compass Information Screens 30
5.4 User Interface Options 31
5.5 Display Options 32
5.6 Zooming (In/Out) Capabilities 35
5.7 Smart Navigator Services 36

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6.0 Using Features in Ostia 38
6.1 Creating a Route 38
6.2 Adding Multi-Stops to a Route 45
6.3 Using the Point of Interest Search 47
6.4 Saving Position as a Favorite, Contact, or Home 52
6.5 Using Trip Trace 54
6.6 Exporting Favorites 56
6.7 Deleting Favorites 56
6.8 When to use the Highway/Motorway Map 57
7.0 Smart Navigator Services 58
7.1 Register & Subscribe 58
7.2 Smart Login 60
7.3 Using Real-time Traffic, POI Finder, and Maps on
Demand
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7.4 Using Follow Me 69
8.0 GPS Receiver Setup and Configuration 82
8.1 GPS Status Indicator/Powering on GPS Receiver 82
8.2 Configuring GPS in Ostia 83
8.3 Installing Pharos GPS Hardware 85
9.0 Troubleshooting 89
10.0 Contact Us at Pharos 90
11.0 SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT 91

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!! IMPORTANT !!
Register your Pharos Ostia Software NOW at:
www.pharosgps.com/support
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
¾Do 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.
¾Secure your device to the vehicle in such a way as to not endanger the
driver or passengers while driving or during operation.
¾Do not place your device in any area of the vehicle where the use of
electronic displays is prohibited in motor vehicles.
¾GPS 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.
¾Navigation 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 to roadway
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.
¾GPS positioning is intended for use as a reference, not precise
measurement of direction, distance, or topography. Routes in Ostia
are recommendations only.
¾Do not leave 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 not be used for any purpose in
which failure could lead to personal injury, physical, or
environmental damage.

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Introduction to Pharos GPS Software and Hardware
Thank you for choosing Pharos 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.
¾Make sure Microsoft ActiveSync is installed on your desktop/
laptop computer if you are using Windows Mobile-based devices
(Windows Vista does not require ActiveSync)
¾Before Copying Maps (Section 2), make sure your Storage
Card is in your device or card reader and that it is not locked
¾Use the MapFinder utility to choose and load maps (Section 2)
¾Before installing Ostia on your Windows Mobile-based devices
(Section 2), make sure ActiveSync on your desktop shows
“Connected”
¾Know both your departure location and your destination to
determine which maps you need
¾To prevent many new-user issues, read the Owner’s Manual
that came with your device
Use this product prudently. The product manufacturer is not liable for
any damages 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

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1.0 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-screen strength indicator
Real-time simulation of Route with GPS Powered Off
Two views (one 2D overhead, one 3D Birds-Eye), with night-view
map display option

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When navigating with the Pharos GPS Receiver you will find:
oFour routing methods: Fastest, Shortest, No Highway/Motorway,
Avoid Toll Roads
oStreet name of the next turn at the bottom of screen
oDisplays the distance and direction of the next turn and distance
to final Destination
oScreen display options: Map, Split Map with Arrow, and Arrow
oAudible Voice-prompt Route guidance
oAuto zoom-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 Navigator Services
o4 Internet-based services with subscription
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, WiFi 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 WiFi,
GPRS, or other data connection at any WiFi hotspot

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2.0 Getting Started with Ostia and MapFinder
2.1 Get Connected, Install Ostia and Open MapFinder
Step 1: Make sure your device
is connected to your PC through
Microsoft ActiveSync.
Note: Applies only for Windows
Mobile-based devices
Note: ActiveSync is not used
with Windows Vista
Microsoft ActiveSync
Step 2: Insert the Ostia CD into the CD-ROM drive on your
PC and the Pharos Setup Screen should appear
Note: If Auto-run is not enabled on your PC, you will need to open
My Computer and double-click on the CDROM Drive to open the
Pharos Setup Screen.
Step 3: Select “Ostia”
to install Ostia to your
device, and follow the
installation instructions
on your screen.
Note: Ostia is pre-installed
on some Pharos’ devices
Note: After Ostia has been successfully installed on your device,
please perform a Soft Reset on your device. This will ensure that the
Ostia shortcut will appear on the Today screen
Step 4: To begin transferring maps from the CD to your
device, select MapFinder from the Pharos Setup Screen
Note: To activate Ostia on your Windows Mobile-based device, enter
the registration code that is located on the inside flap of the
cardboard CD holder. This does not apply for Smartphones.

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Step 5: Selecting Pharos from the Pharos Setup Screen will
directly link to the Pharos Home page assuming your PC is
connected to Internet.
Step 6: To read software or hardware manual, select Manual
from the Pharos Setup Screen. Select the manual you wish to
read from the list.

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2.2 Using the MapFinder Software
The World MapFinder will
open. Select the region of
the world where your maps
are located by clicking on
the colored area of the
map.
Note: You will need to have the map CDs on-hand to use Pharos MapFinder.
MapFinder helps you determine which maps you need. Simply
select the maps you wish to use and copy them to your PC,
Pocket PC, Pharos navigation device, Smartphone, or Storage
Card. You can also browse features and data within your
maps.
USA
Canada
If using European maps, select the country that covers your
area by clicking on the map. The appropriate MapFinder for
that country will appear.
Europe
UK

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2.3 Selecting maps
There are two methods used to select a map(s) you want to use:
1. Using the Search Field
Enter a city name or
zip/postcode and click
“Search”.
Note: A zip/postcode is the most precise way to search. Areas on
the edge of maps may need more than one map to travel efficiently.
To view a map on your PC,
right-click on the desired
map, and select “View
Current Map”.
This allows searching for
Addresses, Points of Interest
(i.e. Airports, City Centers,
etc.), and other features.
After searching, a list
matching your criteria will
appear in the results field.
Double-click the city name
you wish to select. The map
selection will become
highlighted below. Repeat for
additional map selections.

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2. Directly Selecting Maps
Place the mouse cursor over
the map to be selected; the
information for that map will
be displayed (as seen to the
right).
Double-click on the map to select it. (Repeat for additional
map selections.)
MapFinder displays the
number of maps you have
selected, how much free
space is available on your
hard drive, and how much
storage is required to transfer
this map to your Device in the
upper right corner of the
window.

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2.4 Extracting and Transferring Maps
After maps are selected, they need to be extracted and sent to
the “My Documents” folder on the Storage Card or the main
memory of Pocket PC or handheld device. Note: The folder
name is case sensitive and must be on either the SD card or Main
Memory of the device for the map files to be read correctly.
After selecting maps, the upper right
corner of the screen displays two options:
•MS ActiveSync
Transfer maps directly to
Pocket PC or memory card
via ActiveSync
Note: Applies only if using
Windows Mobile-based device
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Card Reader
Transfer maps directly to a
memory card in a card reader.
Make sure you know which
drive letter is assigned to your
card reader.
1. Choose appropriate option, and
click “Execute Map Copy”, as
seen to the right.
2. Select location to store maps. Click the drop-down menu
arrow to scroll through additional options in list:
•For the Windows Mobile-
based device: choose
either Main Memory or
Storage Card
•
If you are using a Card
Reader, select the drive
letter to use
3. Select the appropriate location and click OK to continue.
Continue to click OK on the next windows. The last screen will
display the progress of the transfer. Note: If transfer does not
begin right away, move the mouse to prevent the program from idling.

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2.5 Other MapFinder Functions
Right-click on a map and the following menu will appear:
MapFinder Menu Functions
V
iew Current Map – opens a
map to be viewed on the PC
Un-Select ALL Maps – clears all
map selections
Copy highway map
–
copy
selected Country Hwy/Motorway
Map to device
Note: This selection is not available
for all MapFinders. It will only appear
in the list if you right-click over white
space
Copy Current Map(s) – map(s)
currently selected will be copied
to the device
Copy Selected Map –
downloads maps already on your
hard drive to your device
Extract Maps to the Hard Drive
– extracts maps directly to your
hard drive only
Delete Maps – deletes maps
from your hard drive only
A
bout Pharos MapFinde
r
–
displays program information
Minimize – minimizes
MapFinder
Exit – exits MapFinder
completely
Note: MapFinder will only function if the correct map CD is already
inserted into the CD drive on your PC.

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3.0 Ostia 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.
Saved Place
Saved locations stored on your device as Favorites, Recent
Destinations, or Outlook Contacts for use as Point of References
(POR).
Intersection
Intersection of roadways. An intersection can be set as a POR.
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),
Intersection, Address, etc.). A POR may also be set by double-
tapping on the map.

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4.0 On-screen Features
4.1 Map Screen Buttons
Goto – Brings up on-screen Buttons that allow
you to search for a POR, change map view, see
GPS info, access Smart Navigator services,
manage Favorites, and view Options.
GPS – Enables you to turn the GPS on/off,
initialize/reset the GPS, and indicates the
current status of the GPS receiver.
Save – Brings up on-screen Buttons that
allow you to save your GPS/Map Center,
Current Origin, Current Destination or
Latitude/Longitude to Favorites, Home, or
Contacts.
2D – Enables you to switch back to 2D mode.

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Map Screen (2D) Map Screen (3D) Goto Screen
View Screen
Options Screen
Smart Navigator
Screen

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4.2 Goto Buttons
Address – Enter specific
address as a Destination.
POI – Search for specific POI’s
near your current location (or the
center of the screen) within a
given set of parameters.
Saved Place – 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.
Power User – Gives you access
to additional Ostia features such
as setting an Origin or Opening a
Map. See Section 4.3 Power
User for a list of specific
functions within this option.
Map – Returns you to the map
screen. This applies to all
screens in which this button
appears.
Forward Arrow – Moves forward
to the next Screen. This applies
to all screens in which this button
appears.