Rand McNally intelliroute TND 500 User manual

User’s Guide
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Table of Contents
Welcome
Your IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 ........................................ 1
About GPS...................................................................... 2
Features .................. ....................................................... 3
Customer Support ................. ........................................ 5
Getting Started
What’s Included .............................................................. 7
Important Safety Information ......................................... 8
Navigation Safety ........................................................ 8
Installation Safety ........................................................ 9
Device Safety ............................................................ 10
Battery Power Indicator ................................................ 11
Charge the Battery ....................................................... 12
First Time Use ........................................................... 12
Charge with the Wall Charger .................................. 12
Charge with the USB Cable ....................................... 12
Charge with the Vehicle Charger ............................... 12
Install the Cradle and Mount ........................................ 13
Power the Device ......................................................... 14
Turn the Device On ................................................... 14
Turn the Device Off ................................................... 14
Enter or Return from Standby (Sleep) Mode .............. 14
Reset the Device ....................................................... 15
Basic Operations
Start the IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 ............................... 17
The Main Menu ........................................................... 18
Using Keyboards .......................................................... 19
Basic Settings ............................................................... 20
Select Driver Status ................................................... 20
Select a Keyboard Type ............................................. 20
Volume Settings ........................................................ 21
Set Truck Information ................................................ 21
Select Truck or Car Mode .......................................... 22
Set Truck Yard Time Zone ........................................... 22
Set the Type of Route to Calculate ............................ 23
Set Warnings ............................................................ 23
Destinations
Ways to Search for Locations ....................................... 25
Location Searches ........................................................ 26
Destination Selection Window .................................. 26
Destination Auto-Complete ...................................... 27
About City and Street Names .................................... 28
Select a City .............................................................. 29
Find Addresses ............................................................. 30
Location Selection Window ....................................... 30
Search for an Address ............................................... 31
Search Near a City Center ......................................... 32
Search For an Intersection ......................................... 33

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Point of Interest Searches ............................................. 34
Points of Interest Selection Window ........................... 34
Points of Interest Category Window .......................... 35
Types of Points of Interest (POIs) ................................... 36
Select a Truck-Related Point of Interest ...................... 37
Select and Filter Travel Center Amenities ................... 38
Select a Consumer Point of Interest ........................... 39
Find Points of Interest (POIs) ......................................... 40
Search Near the Current Truck Location .................... 40
Search In a City ......................................................... 41
Search Along the Route ............................................ 42
Search Near the Destination ...................................... 43
Search Near End of Day Location .............................. 44
Find a Location by Tapping on the Map ........................ 45
Tap on the Map and Avoid the Location .................... 45
Tap on the Map and Route to the Location ............... 46
Rate a Truck-Related Point of Interest ........................... 47
Manage Destinations ................................................... 48
Save a Location in the Address Book ......................... 48
Select a Location from the Address Book ................... 49
Create an Address Book Group ................................. 50
Select a Location From a Group ................................ 51
Select a Location from the History List ....................... 52
Multi-Stop Routes
Create a Multiple Stop Route ....................................... 53
Add Locations to a Multi-Stop Route ............................ 54
Manage Routes ............................................................ 55
Optimize a Route .......................................................55
Remove a Stop from a Route .................................... 56
Select and Run a Saved Route ................................... 57
Delete a Route .......................................................... 58
Maps
Destination Confirmation Windows ............................. 59
Address Confirmation Window ................................. 59
Consumer Point of Interest (POI)
Confirmation Window .............................................. 60
Truck-Related Point of Interest (POI)
Confirmation Window .............................................. 61
Address Book Confirmation Window ........................ 62
Multi-Point Route Confirmation Window .................. 63
Turn-by-Turn List .......................................................... 64
View the Turn-by-Turn List ........................................ 65
Route Map Window .................................................... 66
Detour Around Part of the Route ...............................67
Detour Around a Specific Roadway ........................... 68
Cancel a Route .............................................................69

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Truck Tools
Truck Tools Window ..................................................... 71
Timers and Logs ........................................................... 72
View Timers and Odometer Readings ........................ 72
View Driver Logs ....................................................... 73
Calculate a Quick Route ............................................ 74
View Rand McNally Motor Carriers Road
Atlas Emergency Information .................................... 75
Use the Calculator .................................................... 76
Use the Unit Converter ............................................. 77
Send a Message to Rand McNally ................................. 78
Send a Message on Your Current Location ................ 78
Send a Message on a Different Location ................... 79
Send a Message on a Location on the Map ............... 80
Customize
Truck Information ........................................................ 81
Set Truck Options ......................................................... 81
Device and Map Display Settings .................................. 82
Set Device and Map Display Options ............................ 83
Routing Settings .......................................................... 84
Set Routing Options ..................................................... 84
Warning Settings ......................................................... 85
Set Warning Options .................................................... 85
TND Dock
Install TND Dock Software ............................................ 87
Set Up to Use TND Dock .............................................. 88
Open the TND Dock Main Window .............................. 88
TND Dock Main Window ............................................. 89
IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 ............................................. 90
Check for IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 Software
Updates ....................................................................... 90
View IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 Information .................. 91
Backup IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 Information .............. 92
Restore IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 Information .............. 93
View IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 Manual ........................ 94
Sign Up for Road Construction Updates ....................... 95
Tell Rand McNally ......................................................... 96
Go To Websites ............................................................ 97
Rand McNally Consumer .............................................. 97
Rand McNally Commercial Transportation .................... 97
Index

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Welcome
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Front
Back 7
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Your IntelliRoute®TND™500
1Power Key
Turns the device On, Off, and used to enter/return from Standby mode.
2Audio Output Socket
Connect to external speaker (not provided).
3Traffic Antenna Socket
For future use.
4SD Card Slot
Stores map data (in some devices).
5Battery Power Indicator
Shows charging status.
6Mini-USB Port
Connects to a power source (computer, car charger, or wall charger). Also
used with the TND Dock application.
7Speaker
Issues spoken road instructions and maneuvers.
8Reset Button
Restores factory settings and restarts the device.Note: Use this button only
when instructed to do so by Rand McNally Customer Support Personnel.
9External GPS port
Used in cases where clear view of the sky is blocked by metal objects or
metalized windshields.

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About GPS
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a constellation of satellites that a GPS
receiver uses to calculate geographical positions. To determine a position, data
from at least three satellites is required. To determine altitude, the data from 4
or more satellites is required. Accuracy of the positioning varies from 10 feet
to several hundred feet, depending on vehicle placement and the surrounding
environment
Geographical terrain (such as mountains), man-made structures (such as
highway overpasses, bridges and tall buildings), as well as weather can interfere
with the GPS signal. For best GPS reception, position the IntelliRoute® TND™
500 and mount with a clear line of sight to the sky.
Some vehicles may have a limited view of the sky due to metal sun shields, or
a metallized windshield coating. If your unit does not appear to receive signals
well inside your vehicle but works well outside, contact Rand McNally for an
available external antennae.
Map data used by the IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 includes the geographical
coordinates for address locations and Points Of Interest (POIs). With GPS
reception, your device calculates a route to your selected location.

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Features
Truck-Specific Routing
The IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 uses Rand McNally proprietary road information to
calculate the best route to your destination. Enter your truck information, such
as length, width, weight, height and the IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 calcu- lates
a route that meets your needs. You can calculate routes for either the shortest
amount of time or the shortest distance. With additional routing settings, you
can specify the type of roadways (tollroads, ferries, etc) to allow in the route or
to avoid.
For more information, see:
• “Set Truck Information” on page21.
• “Set the Type of Route to Calculate” on page23.
• “Routing Settings” on page84.
Enhanced Spoken Directions
The IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 includes turn-by-turn directions with spoken
street names. You can also repeat an instruction by tapping a button.For more
information, see:
• “View the Turn-by-Turn List” on page65.
Road Construction Updates
With TND Dock, you can register to automatically receive regular updates on
highway construction across the US and Canada. Once installed, you receive
updates whenever you log onto TND Dock and connect to Rand McNally. For
more information, see:
• “Install TND Dock Software” on page87.
• “Sign Up for Road Construction Updates” on page95.

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Timers and Logs
Record and monitor driving time and On/Off Duty time. Track odometer read-
ings to better manage scheduled maintenance
For more information, see:
• “Select Driver Status” on page20.
• “Timers and Logs” on page72.
Points of Interest (POIs)
IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 offers thousands of Trucker’s Friend National Truck
Stop Directory®Points of Interest, with dozens of amenity types including truck
stops, rest areas, and weigh stations. Also included are 6 million Rand McNally
and ‘yellow pages’ Consumer points of interest.
For more information, see:
• “Types of Points of Interest (POIs)” on page36.
TND Dock
Rand McNally TND Dock, a PC application, lets you to update your device soft-
ware electronically, receive free road construction updates, view the IntelliR-
oute® TND™ 500 User’s Guide, along with other useful functions.
For more information, see:
• “TND Dock” on page87.
Amenity Ratings & Reviews
Read amenity reviews of Truck-related Points of Interest from fellow truckers and
record your own rating.
For more information, see:
• “Rate a Truck-Related Point of Interest” on page47.
Vehicle Mode Flexibility
The IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 vehicle mode can be set to truck or car. When set
to Truck, routes are calculated according to the specific truck needs.
• “Select Truck or Car Mode” on page22.

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Customer Support
Call Toll Free:
877-IGO4TND (Toll Free)
877-446-4863
Service Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. CT
(except official holidays)
E-Mail:
[e-mail]

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Getting Started
What’s Included
Your IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 includes:
• IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 navigation device
• Mount and Cradle
• 12V Truck Charger with extended length cable
• Home Charger (120/240V)
• USB cable
• Extra Fuse
• Quick Start Guide
For Sales Information Please Contact
RoadTrucker Inc (www.RoadTrucker.com
8312 Sidbury Rd. Wilmington, NC 28411
[phone] / [phone]

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Important Safety Information
Navigation Safety
Caution:
Use this navigation device at your own risk.
Caution:
Use this navigation device only when it is safe to do so.
Caution:
Look at the display only when it is safe to do so.
Caution:
Traffic regulations always have priority over any instructions from
the navigation system.
Caution:
Follow navigation system instructions only when local regulations
and road traffic allow you do so.
Caution:
Make sure that the mount is securely mounted and properly adjusted
before each trip.
Note:
If you do not understand the spoken instructions, or are unsure of what
to do next, refer to the Navigation map on your navigation device.

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Installation Safety
Caution:
Make sure that the mount does not impair the driver’s driver’s visibility.
Caution:
Do not attach the mount within the airbag deployment zone.
Caution:
When installing the mount, make sure that it does not pose a risk in the event
of an accident.
Caution:
Do not run cables directly next to safety-relevant devices and power supplies.
Caution:
After installation, check all safety-relevant equipment in the car.
Caution:
Connect the wall charger to a 120V or 240V outlet only.
Caution:
Connect the vehicle charger to a 12V outlet only.
For Sales Information Please Contact
RoadTrucker Inc (www.RoadTrucker.com
8312 Sidbury Rd. Wilmington, NC 28411
[phone] / [phone]

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Device Safety
Caution: Do not use sharp-edged objects on the device touch screen.
Caution: Protect the device from moisture. The device is not waterproof and is
not protected against water damage.
Caution: Protect the device from extreme temperatures. Operating
temperature for the device is between 32 degrees F to 120 degrees F.
Caution: When parking the vehicle for an extended time, to avoid battery
drain, hold down the power button for 10 seconds to power off the device. For
shorter periods of inactivity, see “Enter or Return from Standby (Sleep) Mode”
on page14.
Caution: Do not open the navigation device casing.
Caution: Do not attempt to replace the battery. For problems with the battery,
contact Rand McNally Customer Support.
Caution: Always follow local regulations when disposing of this device.
Caution: Do not expose the navigation device to extreme heat or cold.
Damage to the device may impair its function.
Note: Make sure that there are no kinks in the cable and that it will not be
damaged by any sharp objects.
Note: Use only a moist cloth to clean the navigation device.
Note: Do not pull the cable to unplug the unit.
Battery Power Indicator
The Indicator displays the status of the built-in battery:

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Battery Power Indicator
Bright Red
Device is plugged in and the battery is charging.
Bright Green
Device is plugged in and the battery is fully charged.
Light Green
Device is in Standby Mode.
Charge the Battery
First Time Use

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To maximize battery life, plug in the IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 for the first two
(2) hours of use. Use the:
• Home charger to power the device from wall outlet, or
• 12V vehicle charger to power the device from the battery, or
• USB cable to power the device from a computer.
Charge with the Wall Charger
1. Plug the mini-USB socket into the port on the side of the device.
2. Plug the wall charger into a wall socket.
Charge with the USB Cable
1. Plug the mini-USB socket into the port on the side of the device.
2. Plug the USB socket into a USB port on your computer.
On some computers, the computer may need be on to charge the device.
Charge with the Vehicle Charger
1. Plug the mini-USB socket into the port on the side of the device.
2. Plug the vehicle charger into the vehicle power outlet or cigarette lighter.
The vehicle may need to be on for the device to charge.
Install the Cradle and Mount
Select an area with a line of sight to the sky and GPS satellites to ensure reliable
GPS information.
Charge with the Wall Charger
Charge with the USB Cable
Charge with the Vehicle Charger

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Note: Obey all local regulations governing the placement of the mount.
Note: Do not place the mount in an airbag deployment area.
1Clean and dry the mounting area.
2Remove the suction cup protective film.
3Adjust the angle and secure the cradle to the mount using the thumbscrew.
4Pull the suction cup lever up to release suction.
5Place and hold the mount suction cup against the mounting surface.
6Press the suction cup lever down until it snaps into place.
7Angle the bottom of the device into the cradle and align the two slots on
the bottom of the device into the two projections on the cradle.
8Press the top of the device towards the cradle until you hear two clicks
indicating the device is fully secured.
9Plug the power cord into the device and the vehicle’s 12 volt power source.
10 Adjust the navigation device so that it can be easily seen and does not block
the driver’s line of sight.
Power the Device
Note: To maximize battery life, plug in the IntelliRoute® TND™ 500 for the first
two (2) hours of use. See “First Time Use” on page12.

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Power Key Turn the Device On
• Press and hold the Power Key for two (2) seconds, then release.
(After 5-10 seconds, the Rand McNally splash screen displays as the device
powers on.)
Turn the Device Off
• Press and hold the Power Key for ve (5) seconds, then release.
A message displays indicating that the device is powering off.
Enter or Return from Standby (Sleep) Mode
• Press and release the Power key.
Reset the Device
Resetting the device restores factory settings and restarts the device.
When you reset the device, your current route information is lost. Address Book
entries, trips, settings, ratings and messages to Rand McNally are not affected.
Note: Use this procedure only when instructed to do so by Rand McNally
Customer Support Personnel.
• Use a paper clip to press the reset button located on the back of the
device case
Reset Button

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Install TND Dock Window
Warning and User Consent Window
Main Menu
Basic Operations
Start the IntelliRoute®TND™500
1Press and hold the device Power Key for two (2) seconds.
(Device powers on in 5 seconds.)
2On first use and occasionally on subsequent use, the Install TND Dock
Window displays.
(Once TND Dock is installed, this window no longer displays.)
3To install the TND Dock, tap Yes. See “Install TND Dock Software” on
page 89 for more information.
4To start the IntelliRoute®TND™500 without installing TND Dock, tap
No.
The Warning and User Consent Window displays.
5Tap Accept.
The Main Menu displays.
To view a short tutorial on device use, tap Tutorial.

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The Main Menu
Car Mode
1Status Icons
Icons shown in this area indicate device status.
Displays when GPS connection is lost.
When on battery power, displays battery level.
2Driver Status
Select driver status.
Note: Not available in Car mode. See “Select Truck or Car Mode” on
page22.
3Truck Tools
Select to enter truck information, access other tools (such as the Unit
Converter, Calculator), or to set warnings.
Note: Not available in Car mode. See “Select Truck or Car Mode” on
page22.
4Go To Map
Tap to view location on the map.
5Choose Destination
Tap to select an address or Point of Interest (POI).
6Preferences
Tap to set device or routing options.
7Mute/Unmute the Volume
Tap to mute or unmute spoken instructions.
8Set Volume Louder or Softer
Tap to increase or decrease spoken instructions volume.
Truck Mode
3
12
5
67 8
4
Car Mode 1
5
6 7 8
4