GPSmile 55 Portable Automobile
Navigation System
Product User Manual
Version: V1.0
August 2007
Registered info
HOLUX and GPSmile are trademarks of HOLUX Technology, Inc.
All other trademarks belong to registered companies.
Note
The contents of this manual will be modified without further notice.
The operation temperature for the product is between 0℃~40℃.
Operating or recharging in an environment with a temperature over 45℃
might cause the system to stop functioning. However, this should be
considered a normal phenomenon. Please do not operate under extreme
temperatures.
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Safety Precautions
• Use the power adapter included with the package. Using other power
adapters than the one provided will result in malfunction and could
prove to be dangerous.
• The device should only be used with the supplied batteries.
• About the power adapter:
1. Do not use the power adapter in a wet environment. When hands
and feet are wet, do not touch the power adapter.
2. While using the power adaptor, ensure that the area is well
ventilated. Do not let paper or other material cover the power
adaptor, as this will interfere with cooling. Do not use the power
adaptor whilst it is in a bag.
3. Do not attempt to repair the device. If device is damaged or is in a
wet environment, replace the device immediately.
It is not recommended to charge from a PC because the PC power
voltage is not enough to supply the device.
4.
• About the battery
1. Use only the original factory approved charger.
2. A Lithium battery is built into the device. To prevent fire or skin
burns, do not disassemble, pierce, impact, or expose the battery to
fire. The battery will crack, explode, or release dangerous
chemicals if placed in a fire.
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Important instructions
1. Note: Replacing with an incorrect battery may result in an explosion.
When disposing of the battery, follow the instructions. The
replacement battery must be a factory approved original.
2. Regulations must be observed when recycling or disposing of
batteries.
3. The battery should only be used in this device.
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Warranty Statement
• This warranty applies to parts and services of GPSmile55 that are
manufactured and sold through Holux Technology Inc. The local area
covered is Taiwan; the warrantee length is one year from date of
purchase (starting from the date on the sales receipt). Under normal
user operation, Holux Technology provides free repair services.
After repair, the replaced parts are the properties of Holux
Technology Inc.
• Holux Technology is not responsible for providing repairs or
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replacements of any software; Holux Technology does not provide any
warranty service for third party software/hardware.
Important instructions
Note: This warranty does not cover damage or malfunction from the
below causes: unauthorized disassembly/modification of unit, abuse or
incorrect usage, accidental and other unpreventable causes, operation
under variables mentioned that are different from those in this product
user manual, using parts not made or sold by Holux Technology, or
repairs done by anyone other than Holux Technology and authorized
retail/service providers.
Expendable parts are not covered in the warranty.
Holux Technology is not responsible for any program, data, or
portable storage media damages or loss. Please contact your local
Holux Technology authorized service provider to learn more about
geographical limitations, proof of purchase requests, response time
agreements, and other specific maintenance service requests.
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Technical Support
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If there are any questions regarding the use of this product, please
logon to the website www.holux.com and see the FAQ.
If answers cannot be found on the website, please send us an e-mail
at info@holux.com, stating your query and location.
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Maintenance Service
HOLUX Technology, Inc.
+886-3-6687000
Web Site: www.holux.com
E-mail: info@holux.com
HOLUX Technology, Inc.
www.holux.com
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Table of Contents
Warranty Statement .........................................................iv
Technical Support.............................................................v
Maintenance Service.........................................................v
Preface...............................................................................1
Symbols.............................................................................1
Important Notice ...............................................................1
Other Functions ................................................................2
First time use.....................................................................3
Copyright.................................................................................. 3
Important Notice...................................................................... 3
Package Contents.............................................................4
Basic Operation ................................................................5
Introduction ............................................................................. 5
Front View........................................................................................ 5
Rear View ......................................................................................... 5
Left Side............................................................................................ 6
Right Side......................................................................................... 6
Top View .......................................................................................... 6
Getting Started ..................................................................7
SD memory card installation................................................... 7
Using the stylus ........................................................................ 8
Charging................................................................................... 9
Using Home / Travel adapter: ....................................................9
Using the In-Vehicle Bracket................................................ 12
Operating Methods .........................................................14
Startup .................................................................................... 14
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Shutdown................................................................................ 14
Using Functions..............................................................15
Function Menu Music Playback Function......................... 16
Storing MP3 files on SD memory cards................................ 16
Starting music playback......................................................... 16
Image Browsing Function..................................................... 19
Setting..................................................................................... 23
Power...........................................................................................23
Time.............................................................................................23
Time.............................................................................................24
Panel Adjustment.......................................................................25
Reset GPS ...................................................................................27
Version ........................................................................................29
Startup Message.........................................................................30
Click Voice..................................................................................30
Hot Key .......................................................................................31
Using the CD ...................................................................32
Troubleshooting..............................................................32
System reset............................................................................ 32
Quick Troubleshooting.......................................................... 33
Normal Care and Maintenance............................................. 33
Keep dry.......................................................................................... 33
Do not drop the unit ..................................................................... 33
Avoid sudden temperature changes .......................................... 33
Keep away from strong magnetic fields ................................... 34
Operating temperature................................................................. 34
Avoid exposure to sunlight ......................................................... 34
Using the stylus............................................................................. 34
Cleaning the screen....................................................................... 34
Do not disassemble....................................................................... 34
Storage.................................................................................... 34
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Appendix..........................................................................35
Specifications ......................................................................... 35
Federal regulations.........................................................37
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