Roadmax VMAX361 Manuale utente
Owner’s Manual
Version 1.1 Transportable Car Navigation System
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ROADMAX vmax361 Owner’s Manual v1.1
INTRODUCTION
Welcome Statement . . . . . . . . . . i
Precautions & Warnings . . . . . . . . ii
LET’S GET STARTED!
What’s Inside the Box? . . . . . . . . 1
vmax361 Unit Overview . . . . . . . 2
Installing Your vmax361 . . . . . . . . 3
Windshield Mount . . . . . . . . . 3
Dashboard Mount . . . . . . . . . 3
BASIC OPERATION
Turning Your Unit ON . . . . . . . . . . 4
Turning Your Unit OFF . . . . . . . . . 4
Using ‘Sleep’ Mode . . . . . . . . . . . 4
About the Navigation Screen . . . . 5
“Your Vehicle” Icon . . . . . . . . 6
Zoom Controls . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
location Bars . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Start Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Speaker ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . 6
Battery Strength Indicator . . . 6
Next Turn & Distance Indicator 6
Navigation Map View Options
2D View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3D View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Turn-by-Turn View . . . . . . . . . 7
Close-Up View . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CONFIGURING YOUR vmax361
MENU > GPS Info . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
MENU > Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MENU > Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
MENU > Display Options . . . . . . . 11
MENU > Route Options . . . . . . . . 12
LET’S GO SOMEWHERE!
MENU > Destination . . . . . . . . . 13
Locate an Address . . . . . . . . 13
Locate an Intersection . . . . . 13
Locate a Point-of-Interest . . . 14
Locate a City Center . . . . . . 15
SAVING & RETRIEVING
DESTINATIONS
Using the Recent List . . . . . . . . 16
Using Favorites . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Ways to ADD to Favorites . . . 16
Using a Location in Favorites . 17
DESTINATION OPTIONS
Route List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Demo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
New Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Clear Route . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Detour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Avoid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Stopover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
UPGRADING YOUR vmax361
via SD Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
via USB Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
MAINTAINING YOUR vmax361 . . . . . .23
BATTERY CARE & DISPOSAL . . . . . . . 24
USER LICENSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . 26
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT . . . . 27
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WELCOME STATEMENT
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the ROADMAX vmax361 Transportable Car
Navigation Unit. We hope you will enjoy using this exciting product and trust that it will
make your driving experience more comfortable and hassle-free.
The vmax361 Transportable Car Navigation Unit provides an easy-to-use Touch / Stylus
screen user interface, clear, easy-to-understand spoken driving instructions, and innovative
functionality all in one pocket-size, transportable product. The vmax361 is the quality GPS
Navigation Unit that is helping travelers of all types, reach their destinations.
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully. If you have any further questions about the
vmax361’s operation, feel free to call ROADMAX Inc. Toll Free @ 1-877-777-8811 (within
USA only) for product support, or visit our website: www.roadmaxgear.com.
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PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS
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ROADMAX vmax361 Owner’s Manual v1.1
This product is intended to provide and
accurate turn-by-turn directions that will
help you quickly reach your desired
destination. We therefore, recommend that
you read and follow all information and
instructions in this Owner’s Manual for the
best performance and satisfaction of your
vmax361.
PRECAUTIONS
NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA / MINNESOTA
DRIVERS: State law prohibits drivers in
these states from using suction mounts on
your windshield while operating your motor
vehicle. USE ROADMAX ADHESIVE
DASHBOARD MOUNTING DISC (see Mounting
Instructions). ROADMAX Inc. is not
responsible for any fines, penalties or
damages that may be incurred as a result of
disregarding this notice. (see California
Vehicle Code, Section 26708(a); Minnesota
Statues 2005, Section 169.71).
• Your vmax361 IS NOT asubstitute for
personal judgment. The route
suggestions should never supersede any
local traffic regulation, personal
judgment or knowledge of safe driving
practices. Before making any
maneuvers (for example, a U-turn or a
left turn) suggested by the vmax361
system, please be sure that such a
maneuver can be completed legally and
safely. Do not follow route suggestions
that could put you or your vehicle in a
potentially unsafe or illegal
circumstance.
• The vmax361 should not be depended
on to locate emergency services (such
as police, fire stations, hospitals and
clinics). The database may not include
all emergency service providers. It is
best to ask for directions in these
situations.
• Set the unit volume at a level that will
allow you to hear outside traffic and
emergency vehicles.
• To avoid a possible theft situation, we
recommend that you remove your unit
from plain sight when leaving your
vehicle unattended for an extended
period of time.
• Avoid placing cell phones or wireless
transceiver devices near the GPS
antenna (located in the rear of the unit)
!!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
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as their signals may weaken or interfere
with the GPS satellite signal being
received by your vmax361, causing it to
perform poorly.
WARNINGS
• The vmax361 should not be programmed
while driving. It should only be
programmed while the driver is parked
in a safe location. Otherwise, a
passenger may program and operate the
unit while the vehicle is in motion.
•SEVERE INJURYRISK - DO NOT mount
your vmax361 on the surface of, or in
the deployment field of your vehicle’s
driver and passenger airbag units.
•Position the unit in a location that does
not obstruct the driver’sview of the
road, instruments or vehicle controls.
•Position the unit so the screen can be
viewed with just a quick glance. Glance
at the unit screen or manipulate the in-
route touch screen controls ONLY WHEN
VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY STOPPED AND IT
SAFE to do so.
• Be sure the vmax361 unit is securely
attached either to the windshield of
your vehicle with the supplied bracket
and suction cup or to the dashboard
using the included adhesive mounting
disc.
•DO NOT attempt to modify or
disassemble the vmax361 unit. Personal
injury or damage could result. If a
problem occurs, stop using the system
immediately and contact ROADMAX Inc.
Changes or modifications to the
vmax361 will void the unit warranty and
may void its compliance with FCC rules
and make it illegal to use.
• If you notice any of the following:
(unidentified liquid on the unit; smoke
rising out of the unit; unusual odor
emanating from the unit) – STOP USING
THE UNIT IMMEDIATELY. Contact the
nearest ROADMAX retailer or call
ROADMAX Customer Service for
assistance Toll Free @ 1-877-777-8811
(within USA only).
•DO NOT mount your vmax361 on any
non-automotive form of transportation
(motorcycles, bikes,ATV’s, watercraft).
!!
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PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS
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•CAUTION: Prolonged exposure to
extreme temperatures may cause
permanent damage. Do not leave the
vmax361 in a vehicle under extreme
heat (over 60ºC or 142ºF) or cold (below
0ºC or 32ºF) temperatures. Malfunctions
due to extreme temperatures are not
covered under manufacturer warranty.
• The vmax361 unit and/or its mountings
may be subject to deformation and
malfunction if left inside a vehicle
parked under direct sunlight.
Product malfunction due to deformation is
not covered under vmax361 unit warranty.
•Avoid dropping your vmax361 unit or
subjecting it to excessive shock and
vibrations as this may cause it to
malfunction.
• DO NOT use any sharp object to operate
your unit’s touch-screen display. Use
either your finger or the included stylus
located on the backside of your unit.
•Exercise extreme care when using the
vmax361’s stylus on its touch-screen
panel. Excessive force could damage
the LCD display.
• Keep vmax361 unit out of reach of small
children. Removable parts (stylus and
SD memory) can be a chocking hazard.
• The vmax361 unit IS NOT WATERPROOF.
Avoid exposing it to rain or other forms
of excessive moisture.
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PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS
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WHAT’S IN THE BOX? LET’S GET STARTED!
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ROADMAX vmax361 Owner’s Manual v1.1
IMPORTANT!
Do Not Remove SD
Memory Card!
GPS unit cannot
operate without it.
WARNING!
This unit has small
removable parts that
could be a hazard.
Keep out of Reach of
small Children.
!
!
Your vmax361 system comes complete with everything you need to get set up and get
going. Take a moment to review the contents of your system.
5
Dashboard
Mounting Disc
SD Memory
Slot
6
4
3
Windshield Suction Mount
ROADMAX vmax361 Unit
12vmax361 SD Memory Card
(Already Installed)
LCD Stylus Pen
(Stored in left rear of unit)
vmax361 Mounting Holder
78Carrying Pouch
12-Volt Car Adapter
For any questions, please visit our
website: www.roadmaxgear.com.
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vmax361 UNIT OVERVIEW LET’S GET STARTED!
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POWER
BUTTON
POWER
LED
CHARGING
LED
SYSTEM
SPEAKER
SD
MEMORY
CARD
• FRONT •
• BACK •
STYLUS
MAIN
ON/OFF
SWITCH
FOLDING GPS
ANTENNA
12v Plug-in
(Bottom of Unit) USB PORT
(Bottom of Unit)
Use stylus to
switch to ‘ON’
position
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INSTALLING YOUR vmax361 LET’S GET STARTED!
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DO NOT install your vmax361 on or in
deployment zone of your vehicle’s airbag units.
!
3. Fit bottom of vmax361 unit into
lip of holder.
4. Push top of unit into holder until
locking tab “snaps” into place.
7. Adjust the viewing angle of your
vmax361 system, and you’re
ready to power up!
A Windshield Mount. B Dashboard Mount.
(Use dust-free cloth to clean mounting surface.)
1. Installing the unit suction mount:
5. Flip out rear GPS antenna.
6. Plug 12v Power adapter to both
the Unit and Lighter outlet of your
vehicle. Red LEDs on both your
vmax361 and lighter plugin show
that your unit is properly
connected and charging.
Push suction
lever Push suction
lever down
Mounting disc
2. Install the unit cradle holder onto
the suction mount.
Push in and slide down.
Windshield Mount* Dashboard Mount
*(Antenna angle should be horizontal to sky)
(Plug into
bottom of unit.)
B
A
Adjust viewing angle using
both hands to prevent unit
from dislodging.
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