USER GUIDERoad Angel Group LtdEmail: [email protected]: www.roadangelgroup.comClark HouseSilverstone Technology ParkSilverstone CircuitNortha
4SubscriptionsYour ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 subscription allows your unit to receive weather reports, traffic information and updates to its camera a
5WarrantyYour ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 is guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase from all manufacturing defects that occur with normal use
6Controls and ConnectorsThese are the main features of your ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000:StylusExternalAntennae connector (covered)USB connectorOn/Off bu
7Inserting an SD CardInsert as shown with SD card label facing to back of unit. If you remove the card when the unit is in use you may receive an erro
82. RegistrationYou can use your ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 straight out of the box but to get the full benefit of up-to-the-minute safety, weather an
9 Why should I register?Registration is important for two reasons: Your unit cannot receive updates until it has been registered. Without registra
103. Putting It All TogetherThis section explains how to fit your ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 into your vehicle:1. Align the groove on the bottom edge
11 Where should I put my ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000?ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 has a high sensitivity GPS antenna and requires a clear view of the sky
124. Getting StartedSwitching On for the First Time1. Park your vehicle so that ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 has a clear view of the sky away from obsta
13ROAD ANGEL ModeWhen ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 has identified its position it displays the full screenROAD ANGEL mode:In this mode, you can start dri
Thank you for choosing the Navigator 9000, from Road Angel.The Navigator 9000 was designed with the driver of the future in mind. Staying alert to roa
14Understanding the IconsThis table explains the meanings of the icons used on the Searching for satellites and ROAD ANGEL mode screens:Battery chargi
15Navigation ModeWhen you switch to Navigation mode, ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 shows its Navigation menu:To view an on screen map of your current loca
16Tracking ModeIn tracking mode, the display shows a map of your current GPS location and tracks yourroute:If you encounter a road hazard (see page 80
17Browse ModeIf you tap anywhere on the Tracking screen, ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 stops tracking your position and enters Browse mode. Now, you can u
18Navigation Mode buttonsIn Navigation mode, ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 displays various buttons in the lower corners of the screen:Tap on the Back but
19Changing back to ROAD ANGEL modeIf you don't want to use the navigation features now, and want to return to full screen ROAD ANGEL mode: Tap o
205. Hazard WarningsYour ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 alerts you to: Fixed, temporary or average camera locations Mobile safety van locations Hazard
21Hazard iconPersonal icon*Advisory speed limitAudio On/Off iconDismiss/Delete buttonProximity-to-hazard meterHazard type icon*ActualspeedAdvisory spe
22Camera Van Locations“Live” mobile camera van locations (where a mobile camera van has been reported to be present within the last two hours) are ind
23Traffic AlertsIn full-screen ROAD ANGEL mode or when you are driving in Navigation mode without a programmed destination, your unit will provide tra
iTable of Contents1. Introduction...1Unpacking the Box...
24Other HazardsIf you are approaching any other type of hazard, no advisory speed limit is shown. The background is blue for an accident black spot, c
256. Destinations and RoutesROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 knows where you are from its GPS data; to calculate your route, it only needs you to specify th
26Entering an Address1. Tap on the Address button to identify your destination by its postal address or postcode. The Find Address window is displayed
27If you know the postcode1. Tap on the Post Code button and enter the post code of your destination.2. After the first few characters, you may tap on
28If you don’t know the postcode1. Tap on the City button. Use the displayed keypad to enter the name of your destination. Enter at least the first th
294. Type the name of the street you are looking for. After the first few characters, you may tap on the search symbol (magnifying glass) to display a
30Points of Interest (POI)ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 contains a database of information about amenities and attractions. These are collectively called
31Getting to a POI1. On the Find Destination screen (see page 23), tap on the POI button. The POI Search screen is displayed:ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000
324. A list of the POIs in the category is shown (in this example, gas stations) with their distance from your current location. 5. Select a POI by ta
33Favourites OptionsIf you want to go to your designated home or work locations (see below), or choose a bookmarked destination, a recently visited lo
ii5. Hazard Warnings...20Camera Locations...
34BookmarksTap on the Bookmarks button. A list of saved destinations is displayed. Select an item by tapping on it. The following menu is then display
35The menu also offers the following options:Via Enter the chosen bookmark as a stop in the destination list (see page 34).Sort Order the bookmark des
36TripsTap on the Trips button to choose your destination from a list of your pre-saved trips (a “trip” consists of two or more stops):Tap on Create a
37The menu also offers the following options:Edit stopovers Modify the selected trip (see page 41).Sort Order the bookmark destination list alphabetic
38Using My Work/My HomeAfter you have followed the setup procedure described above, the next time you want to travel to home or work:1. Tap on the Pre
39Using the MapYou can also select your destination from the map while ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000is in its Browse mode (see page 17). 1. Display your d
40The menu also offers the following options:Via Enter the chosen location as a stop in the destination list (see page 41).Save Save the location in t
41Planning your RouteIn most cases, you will enter a single destination and allow ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 to determine your route and guide you ther
423. To add a stopover, tap on the + symbol. The Choose stopover screen is displayed. 4. Enter a stop using one of the procedures described in the las
438. When you have completed your route, tap on the menu symbol (bottom right-hand corner of the screen).9. Choose from the following options: Tap on
iii7. Getting There...45Changing a Route...
44Routing and WaylistsTap on one of the stopovers in the Route Summary to display a detailed itinerary in the Waylist (this may take a while). This is
457. Getting ThereWhen you have specified your route, and tapped on the Navigation button, ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 switches to the full screen Guid
46If you want to cancel the route guidance instructions, click on the Backbutton (from Tracking mode). The ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 will prompt you t
47Changing a RouteThere are various ways you can change the route recommended by your ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000: Let the ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 ca
48The Guidance menu has several options:Alt. route Make a detour in the immediate area (see below).Waylist View and modify the route itinerary (see pa
49Editing the WaylistView the full itinerary of your route. You can adjust your route by removing1. Tap on the Waylist button. Your current itinerary
50Traffic ReportsTo view traffic reports, tap on the Menu button when in Navigation mode.Tap on the Traffic Info button. The Traffic Information scree
51Traffic ReroutingIf you have set Traffic Rerouting to the Automatic option (see page 57), your unit will immediately calculate a new route to avoid
528. Navigation SettingsOn the Navigation main menu, tap on the Settings button if you want to change the volume of audio alerts and announcements or
53Map SettingsTap on the Map Settings button to change the appearance and style of screen maps. The Settings menu is displayed:Use this menu to:Info L
iv11. Updating the Database ...69Updating by PC/ActiveSync...
54About Info LayersThe elements and symbols displayed on the maps are determined by information layers. Select the boxes of any POI category (see pag
55Route SettingsTap on the Route Settings button if you want to change the way ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 calculates routes. The Route Settings menu is
56Motorways Tap on this button if you want ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 to avoid motorways when it calculates a route. Tap on the button again to restore
57General SettingsTap on the General Options button if you want to change the way ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 uses traffic information or displays text,
589. Hazard and Device SettingsThis section describes how you can use the main menu to: Change the way that ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 alerts you to
59Hazard SettingsTo change the Hazard Alert settings, tap on the RoadAngel button:The menu offers the following options:Audio Change the way ROAD ANGE
60AudioSettings in the Audio menu determine how ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 uses audio alerts to warn you about road hazards.
61Property DetailsOptions(factory setting in bold)Camera Alert VolumeChange the sound level of safety camera related warnings.Off…1…2…3…4…5Safety Aler
62DistancesA Camera Van alert occurs when you are 500m from its location; a School or Congestion zone alert occurs at a distance of 125m. These alert
63AlertsYour ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 will always warn you about Fixed, Average and Mobile Safety Camera zones. However, you can choose whether to re
11. IntroductionROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 uses the latest global positioning satellite technology(based on the Sirf3 chipset) to give you point-to-po
64Device SettingsFrom the ROAD ANGEL main menu, tap on the Device button.The Device menu has three options:Rescueloc Shows your latitude, longitude an
65Display SettingsUsing this menu, you can adjust the screen brightness, power saving options and display mode, and calibrate the stylus.Property Deta
6610. Adding and Deleting Danger ZonesRoad Angel Group Ltd. is constantly updating the central database of danger zones. You can be of great value to
67Adding new locationsYou may add new locations to the FIXED, MOBILE VAN, AVERAGE, MOBILE,BLACKSPOT, SCHOOL and RAILWAY categories of your unit’s own
683. Identify the speed limit for the zone (camera locations only):Use the + and – buttons to adjust the displayed advisory speed limit for the new zo
6911. Updating the DatabaseYour ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 has a comprehensive database of danger zones (see page 78). As soon as possible after your
70Updating by PC/ActiveSyncTo update your ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 using your PC, you will need: A PC with internet access running Microsoft Windows
7112. Media and Remote OptionsIn addition to the navigation and hazard warning system, you can also use your ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 to: Play musi
72Media OptionsTap on the Media icon. The Media screen is displayed:Choose from the three media options: Music, Picture or Movie.MusicTap on the Music
73PhotosTap on the Picture button. The image viewer is displayed. This allows you to browse image files stored on the SD memory card. Tap on the Prev
2IMPORTANT INFORMATION!The directors of Road Angel Group Ltd sell ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 as a road safety enhancement device. Driving within the sp
74MovieTap on the Movie button. The movie viewer is displayed. This allows you to browse image video files stored on the SD memory card.Select the req
75Remote OptionsTap on the Remote button. The Remote options menu is displayed:Choose from the two options: Text Messages or Weather.Text MessagesYou
76To view a message, tap on it and then tap on the View button (you could also double-tap on the message). The selected message is then displayed.The
77Weather ReportsYou can receive and view weather forecasts on your ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000. Tap on the Weather button on the Remote menu to view th
7813. Background InformationAbout Global Positioning Satellites (GPS)Operational since 1990, 24 satellites orbit the earth at a height of 11,000 mile
79To qualify for database updates:1. Register your ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 with Road Angel Group Ltd. You cannot receive updates until you have regi
80Speed Cameras and HazardsThis section describes the type of cameras and road hazards covered by ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000:GatsoThe most common type
81SpeedcurbMeasures the speed of vehicles in the monitored section of road using pressure sensors in the road surface. If the speed limit has been exc
82Mobile Safety VansOperators generally publish the locations where their mobile safety camera vans will be sited 1-2 weeks in advance. An updated ROA
83Alert Icons and Audio TextSafetyAlert Audio Text IconCONGESTION ZONE Caution!Congestion zone aheadREST Caution!Rest alertSCHOOL ZONE Caution!School
3Unpacking the BoxEmpty all the parts out of the box and familiarise yourself with each item. Each pack contains:Mains power adapterCharge the unit be
84CamerasAlert Audio Text IconAVERAGE Warning!Average speed monitoring aheadSAFETY VAN Warning!Safety camera van / Warning!Live safety camera vanLASER
85TrafficAlert Audio Text IconCONGESTION AHEAD Alert!Congestion aheadMAJOR EVENT AHEAD Alert!Major event aheadALERT Alert!PROBLEM AHEAD Alert!Traffic
8614. AccessoriesPlease visit the ROAD ANGEL Navigator 9000 online shop at www.roadangelgroup.comfor details.Road Angel Group Ltd. has made every eff
8715. End User License AgreementPortions of the software are copyright © 1996-2002 The FreeType Project (www.freetype.org). All rights reserved.Pleas
88Limited Warranty: ROAD ANGEL GROUP LTD warrants that the Software will perform substantially in accordance with the accompanying written materials f
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