Chapter 14: Navigation Options..... 68
Configuration...... 68 POI Selection....... 68 Custom POIs....... 68 Map Options....... 72 TrueView Options....... 73 Select Map Colour....... 73 Route Preferences....... 74 Detour Options....... 74 Voice Options....... 75 Menu Colours....... 76 Tone Options....... 76 GPS Options....... 76 GPS Status....... 76 Set GPS Position....... 77 Simulator Mode...... 77 Map Regions....... 78 Automatic Volume....... 79 Backup and Restore....... 79 Backup....... 79 Restore....... 80 Map Information....... 80 Trip Computer....... 80 Current Trip....... 81 Stopping or Starting the Trip Computer..... 81 Saving the Current Trip Report...... 82 Resetting the Trip Computer...... 82 iii
Viewing a Saved Trip Report...... 82 Deleting a Trip Report...... 83
Chapter 15: System Settings..... 84
Brightness...... 84 Power Management....... 84 Password....... 84 Set Password....... 84 Remove Password....... 84 Language....... 85
Chapter 16: System Status..... 86
Product Information...... 86 User Storage....... 86 Diagnostics....... 86 Audio Test....... 86 Touchscreen Test....... 86 Keypad Test....... 86 Video Test....... 86
Chapter 17: Help...... 87
Quick Tips...... 87 Contact Us....... 87

Appendix...... 88

\POI Categories....... 88 Specifications....... 89 PC Requirements...... 90 GPS Status Screen...... 90 GPS STATUS Screen Structure-first page..... 90 Bad fix code....... 91 GPS STATUS Screen Structure - second page..... 92 Typical GPS STATUS Screen Display...... 93 Frequently Asked Questions....... 94

Contact Information

Technical Support
To contact Magellan Technical Support and Warranty service information in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Norwegian, Finnish or Danish please dial: FREE PHONE: 00800MAGELLAN* (00800 62435526) from 9 AM to 6 PM GMT & GMT+1 or send an e-mail in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Norwegian, Finnish or Danish to: magellansupportemea@thalesnavigation.com *free of charge phone access available from Eire, UK, Portugal, Spain, France, Italy, Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland For Magellan product telephone support in English, French or German from other European, Middle Eastern or African locations, please dial: +38 00* or send an e-mail to: magellansupportemea@thalesnavigation.com * international call charges vary according to operator. For Magellan product telephone support in other European, Middle Eastern or African languages please contact your local distributor. Go to the dealer locator section of www.magellanGPS.com to find your nearest distributor or send an email to: magellansupportemea@thalesnavigation.com.

Chapter 2: Magellan RoadMate

2.1 Front View

Suspend Button
Press to enable sleep mode. While viewing the map, press to zoom in on the centre of the display. The Zoom In Button can also be used with long lists to scroll one page at a time. Press to view Main Menu. Press to confirm highlighted selections. Light turns green when battery is fully charged and orange while battery is charging. While viewing the map, press to zoom out from the centre of the display. The Zoom Out Button can also be used with long lists to scroll one page at a time. Press to display current location details and save it to your address book. Press to stop the current function. Press to disable sound from the speaker and the headphone jack. Press to view map display, segment list or TrueView 3D display. Use to scroll through lists one item at a time, menus or to pan the Map screen.

Zoom In Button

Menu Button Enter Button Power Indicator

Zoom Out Button

Locate Button Escape Button Mute Speaker View Button Navigation Key

2.2 Rear View

Speaker Antenna External Antenna Connection
Used for audible segmenting instructions and music playback. Rotate up when in use to receive signals from the GPS satellite network. See Chapter 4 Antenna Position on page 13. Plug in an external antenna (optional) for better signal acquisition.

2.3 Top View

Storage Card slot
Used to backup and restore personal navigation data and to transfer image files. Rotate left or right to increase or decrease the volume. Press to repeat last voice prompt. Slide to position 1 for power, position 0 to turn power off.
Volume Control Reset Switch

2.4 Bottom View

16-pin Connection External Power Connection
Used for future expansion. Plug in the AC Adapter or the 12-volt vehicle power adapter.

2.5 Left-hand side View

Stereo Headphone Connection USB Connection
Used to connect the stereo headphones. Plug the Magellan RoadMate into your PC to upload music, photos and custom POIs.

2.6 Right-hand side View

Battery Compartment Cover

Rechargeable battery.

2.7 Cradle
Wire Catcher Windscreen Mount connection Cradle Release Mount Screw Holes
Used to secure the power cable. Insert the notches of the windscreen mount here. Press to release Magellan RoadMate from cradle. Attach another mounting device that requires an adapter plate.

3.1 Installing the Windscreen Mount
Attach the cradle to the back of the unit. Insert the bottom of the unit first, then snap the cradle clip at the top into place.
Slide the windscreen mount onto the back of the cradle.
Press the windscreen mount to the glass and slide the locking lever towards the glass.
Plug the power cable into the unit as shown.
Then, route the cable along the back of the cradle and insert it into the wire catcher.
Plug the power adapter into your vehicles cigarette lighter or 12-volt receptacle.
Rotate the antenna upward (see page 13 for correct antenna position).
Installation is complete, and you are ready to turn the Magellan RoadMate on and go.
Chapter 4: Antenna Position
The antenna on the Magellan RoadMate 800 is designed in such a way as to receive the satellite signal at the front face of the antenna. It is important to angle the antenna so that the front face is mostly towards the sky. Ideally in most vehicles, the antenna should be rotated to approximately 90 from the unit to receive the best possible satellite signal.
Chapter 5: Magellan RoadMate Tools Installation
5.1 Installing the Software
Insert the Magellan RoadMate Tools PC Application CD into your PCs CD drive. The setup application will begin automatically. If not, browse your computers CD drive and double-click on the setup.exe file. Select a default language for the Application.
The Welcome screen will appear to begin the installation process.
Choose a destination for the application. Select Next to use the default location, or select Browse to choose a custom destination. Next, choose a Program Folder in which to place the application icons. The Magellan RoadMate Tools software will be installed. Once installation is complete a dialog box pertaining to Microsoft Digital Signatures may appear, select OK When it has finished, you can have the installer launch the application automatically. or deselect to exit without launching the application. Select Finish.
5.2 Connecting Your Magellan RoadMate
Connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB port on the unit and the large end to an available USB port on your personal computer. See Left-hand side View on page 7. Connect the small end of the External Power cable to the power port on the unit and plug the other end of the cable into a standard 220V AC wall outlet. See Bottom View on page 7.
Chapter 6: Magellan RoadMate Music Manager
The Magellan RoadMate Music Manager enables you to transfer song files in MP3 or WMA format from your computer to your Magellan RoadMate or from your Magellan RoadMate to your computer. The Magellan RoadMate has 5 GB of hard disk space available for storage of music files, image files and custom POI files. Using the USB cable provided with your Magellan RoadMate, insert the large end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your computer. Turn on your Magellan RoadMate by sliding the Reset switch to position 1 (See Top View on page 6) or by pressing the Suspend button if the unit is in sleep mode (See Front View on page 4). When the Warning screen appears, insert the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on your Magellan RoadMate. See Left-hand side View on page 7. Launch the Magellan RoadMate Tools application. From the Magellan RoadMate Tools screen, click on Music.

7.2.3 Modify

Modify enables you to add or remove songs from the selected playlist. Select Modify. To remove a song from the playlist, use the arrow keys on the right-hand side of the screen to highlight the required song and then select Remove From Playlist (left arrow). Use the arrow buttons on the left-hand side of the screen to highlight the song files you would like to add to the playlist. Select Add to Playlist (right arrow) to add the highlighted song to the playlist. Continue adding files to the playlist. When you have finished, select OK.

7.2.4 Delete

To remove a playlist, select Delete. Select the playlist you would like to delete and select OK. A dialog box will appear asking to confirm your selection. Select Yes to delete the playlist.

7.2.5 Rename

If you want to change the name of a playlist, select Rename. Select the playlist that you would like to rename, then select OK. Use the backspace key (<-) to erase the name and the keypad to enter a new name for your playlist. When you have finished, select OK.

7.3 Play Mode

While in single song play, select Play Mode for song play options. Repeat All - Repeats all songs in the current playlist, starting at the beginning of the sequence. This function works only if there are two or more songs in the playlist. Repeat - repeats the song that is currently playing. Preview - Plays the first five seconds of each song in the current playlist. Normal - Plays all songs in the current playlist in sequence. Random - Plays the songs in the current playlist in random order.

7.4 List Songs

Select List Songs to view the current playlist.

7.5 Equalizer

The Equalizer provides advanced sound options so that you can customise the quality of the playback. The equalizer will only be available for MP3 format sound files. Select an equalizer preset from the following preconfigured options: Default (flat), Jazz, Classical, Rock, Techno, Dance Hall, Live, Full Bass, Full Treble and Full Bass & Treble. However, you cannot set the equalizer manually.

Select the Equalizer

Select the equalizer preset by pressing the button at the top of the screen
When you are satisfied with your selection, select OK. To exit without setting the equalizer, select ESC.

9.1.2 Zoom

Press the Zoom button to reduce or enlarge the current photo. The top of the zoom menu shows the current zoom level. Select another zoom level from the list of presets. Select Best Fit to adjust the zoom to fit within the display boundaries, select Actual Size to display the image at 100%, select 25% to 150% to reduce or enlarge the image to the preset level.

9.1.3 Slideshow

Press the Slideshow button to automatically cycle through all the photos in the Pictures folder.

9.1.4 Pan

If you enlarge an image beyond the screen boundaries, press the Pan button to enable image scrolling. While enabled, you can drag the image in any direction to view other areas of the image. Press the Pan button again to disable Pan mode.

9.1.5 Rotate Image

Press the Rotate Image button to rotate the image 90 anticlockwise, 90 clockwise or 180.
9.1.6 Next Image (right arrow)
Press the right arrow button to view the next image in the folder. This button will be greyed out (not functional) when you are viewing the last image in the folder.

9.1.7 ESC

Press ESC to return to the folder list.

9.2 Manage Photos

9.2.1 List View
Press List view to show the files in a hierarchical list view.

9.2.2 Thumbnail

Press Thumbnail to show the files as thumbnails.

9.2.3 Rename

To change the name of the selected file or folder, press Rename. Use the backspace key (<-) to erase the name and use the keypad to enter a new name for your file. When you have finished, select OK.

9.2.4 Properties

To view information on the selected file or folder, press Properties. A thumbnail of the image will be displayed along with the width and height in pixels, the size and the format (image type). When viewing the properties for folders, width, height and format are not shown. Size shown is the combined size of all images in the selected folder. When you have finished viewing the properties, select OK.

9.3 Tools

9.3.1 Preferences
General The General preferences, you can set the default file view to either thumbnail or file list view. Slideshow The slideshow preferences enable you to set the view properties, the sequence of photos, the transition between photos and the length of time between photos. Background The background preferences enable you to set the colour of the background behind the photo being viewed.

11.3 Adjusting the Volume
The VOLUME CONTROL lever is located at the top of the Magellan RoadMate (see Top View on page 6). Use the lever to set the volume of the speaker to a suitable level. The volume level indicator will appear on screen.
11.4 Repeating the Last Command
If you missed the last verbal command when routing to a destination, you can repeat it by pressing the VOLUME CONTROL lever down.

11.5 Making Selections

The Magellan RoadMate comes equipped with a touch screen. To make a menu selection or to enter characters, simply touch the screen in the location of the item you would like to select. You can also use the NAVIGATION key (see Front View on page 4) to scroll around the screen and highlight the item to select. When the required item is highlighted, press the ENTER key to select the item.
11.6 Inputting Text Characters
Whenever you need to input names or street addresses, etc., the Magellan RoadMate will display a keyboard. Touch the letter you want. If you make a mistake, use the Backspace key to go back one character at a time. The Spacebar is used to insert spaces between characters or words. Cancel Backspac Spacebar

Numerical Characters

Accept Entry

Additional Characters

11.7 Additional Characters (&?/- Button)
When you are entering characters, you may need to add punctuation or other special characters. When available, if you press the More button a keypad will appear with the characters shown here.
11.8 Numerical Characters (123 Button)
When available, if you press the 123 button a keypad will appear with the numerical characters shown here.

11.9 What Is QuickSpell?

The Magellan RoadMate uses QuickSpell technology to provide you with the fastest possible character entry method. QuickSpell eliminates the possibility of a misspelled word or looking for a town or street that is not in the loaded database. As you begin entering characters, the QuickSpell feature of the Magellan RoadMate dims out those characters that are not available, thereby speeding up the data entry process. For example: Suppose that you need to input the name of a town--in this case, Norwich. Select N.

Select O.

When enough characters have been entered, the Magellan RoadMate will automatically display the list of towns. Or, if you feel that enough characters have been entered, select OK.

12.9 Cancelling a Planned Route
While viewing the Map screen, Segment List screen or TrueView 3D screen, press the ESCAPE key. Select Yes to cancel the route and display the Destination screen.
12.10 Detouring from the Planned Route
If you leave the planned route, the Magellan RoadMate will get you back on course in one of three ways. 1. If, while driving, you detour from the planned route, the Magellan RoadMate will automatically recalculate the route based on your new vehicle position. 2. If you leave the planned route before it has been completed and you turn off your vehicle, the Magellan RoadMate will switch to battery power, unless your cigarette lighter maintains constant power. In either situation, the unit will automatically suspend power when this is enabled through customisation. While in sleep mode, navigation functions will be suspended and guidance will resume when the unit wakes up. 3. If while routing, the unit fails to respond, reset the unit as described on page 28. The Resume Guidance screen will appear. Select Resume to continue the route to the selected destination. Select Cancel to clear the route and display the Destination screen.
12.11 Excluding a Segment in the Planned Route
While you are travelling or setting up your destination you may need to exclude one of the segments in the Segment List. This could be due to an accident or street maintenance that you want to avoid. The Magellan RoadMate provides you with tools to select a specific segment, exclude it from the planned route and reroute the trip. Press the VIEW key to get to the Segment List. Select the segment you would like to exclude.
The details for the segment will be displayed. Select Exclude.
The trip will be recalculated, excluding the selected segment. This calculation is done using the same Routing method that was chosen originally. After the route has been recalculated, the Map screen will be displayed.
12.12 Displaying Information About Your Current Location
Whenever you want to view information about your current location you can press the LOCATE key. The first screen will display your heading and the street that you are on, the county and town you are currently travelling in, the latitude and longitude of your current location, a compass and your speed.

Select Address
Search by Postcode page 43

Search by County page 44

Previous Town page 45
A destination can be created by entering the street address that you want to go to. This address is not automatically added to your Address Book but is saved to your Previous Destinations list if you have routed to it. You have four options: Search By Town, Search by Postcode, Search By County or Previous Town. Use Search By Town when you know the town that the address can be found in. Use Search by Postcode if you are unsure of how to spell the town, but you know the Postcode. Use Search By County when you do not know or are unsure of the town name. You will be given a listing of all of the towns for the county you select that have the street name you are looking for. Avoid having to re-enter a town that you have used before and speed up your search by using Previous Town. Additionally, the Previous Towns list places your current town at the top of the list.

13.4.1 Search By Town

From the Destination screen, select Select Address and then select Search By Town. Enter characters that start a word within the town name (see Multi-Word Indexing on page 31). Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the required town.
Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see Multi-Word Indexing on page 31). Do not enter prefixes such as North or N or the type of street such as Ave. or Street. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the required street.
Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers will be displayed at the top of the screen. Select Done. Select the required routing method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed.
13.4.2 Search by Postcode
From the Destination screen, select Street Address, then select Search by Postcode. Enter the Postcode select OK, then select the town.

13.4.3 Search By County

From the Destination screen, select Street Address, then select Search By County. Enter the first few characters of the county and select OK. Select the county.
Select the required town from the list. Only those towns that contain the street name and are within the county selected are displayed.
Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers will be displayed at the top of the screen. Select Done. Select the required Routing method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed.

13.4.4 Previous Town

From the Destination screen, select Street Address, then select Previous Town. Select the town from the list.
13.5 Selecting a Destination Using the Address Book

Previous Destinations page 46

Favourites page 48

List Addresses page 50

Address Book

Create New Entry page 51

Trip Planner page 55

The Address Book can store up to 200 addresses. When you select Address Book you are given five options: Previous Destinations lets you select from a list of the last 50 destinations that you routed to; List Addresses displays a list of all of the addresses that you have stored in your Address Book; Favourites gives you a shortened list of entries from your Address Book marked as Favourites; Create New Entry lets you add a new address to your Address Book; and Trip Planner (indicated by the Trip button) lets you create a multi-destination trip from entries.
13.5.1 Previous Destinations
From the Destination screen, select Address Book, then select Previous Destinations. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the required previous destination.
Select Route. Select the required routing method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed.
13.5.1.1 Saving a Previous Destination to the Address Book
From the Destination screen, select Address Book, then select Previous Destinations. 46
Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the required previous destination.

Select Edit.

The top line (Name) and the bottom line (Information) can be edited. The address cannot be changed. Select the line you want to modify. Use the keypad to enter the required text and select OK.
When you have finished making changes, select Save, then press ESCAPE.
13.5.1.2 Deleting A Previous Destination
From the Destination screen, select Address Book , then select Previous Destinations. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the required previous destination.
Select Delete. A dialog box will appear to confirm your selection. Select Yes. The Previous Destination will be deleted from the list.

13.5.2 Favourites

You can add address book entries to your Favourites list by selecting the Favourites box at the bottom of the Edit Address Book screen. Only address book entries can be saved as Favourites. Previous Destinations must be saved to the Address Book first and can then be designated as a favourite. The Favourites list is a shorter list of those address book entries that you travel to often. From the Destination screen, select Address Book, then select Favourites. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the destination from the list of addresses.

The top line (Name) and the bottom line (Information) can be edited. The address cannot be changed. Select the line you want to modify. Use the keypad to enter the required text and select OK. You can also designate the address as a favourite by checking the box at the bottom of the screen. When you have finished making changes, select Save and then press ESCAPE.

13.5.4.4 Previous Town

From the Destination screen, select Address Book, then select Create New Entry. Select Previous Town.
Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the required town.

13.5.5 Trip Planner

Using the Trip Planner, you can enter multiple destinations for your trip and route to each one of them in order.

13.5.5.1 New

From the Destination screen, select Address Book, then select Trip (Trip button).

Select New.

Use the keypad to enter a name for the new trip and select OK.
From the pop-up menu, select Add.
From the Select Trip Planner Address screen, select the method for adding a destination to your trip: Map (Map button) will add a destination by selecting a point on the map; Select Address will add a destination by creating a new address; Address Book will add a destination from a previous destination, Address Book or favourites; Points Of Interest will add a destination from the POI database; and Junction will add a destination of two intersecting streets.
Continue adding destinations. When you have finished, select Save.
13.5.5.2 Optimizing a Trip
With Route Optimization, you can sort the destinations in your trip from closest to farthest. From the Trip Planner screen, select Edit.
Select the trip to optimize.

Select Optimize.

The destinations are sorted from closest to farthest from your current location.

Select Save.

13.5.5.3 Guide Me
From the Destination screen, select Address Book. Then select the Trip (Trip button). Select Guide Me.

You can also select a custom distance. Select Custom, then select the button to the right to enter a custom distance. Enter the number of miles and select OK.
Next, select the amount of time the Magellan RoadMate will wait before alerting you. Select the

Time button.

Enter the number of minutes and select OK.
Enable Automatic Detour is selected by default as shown by the ticked checkbox. To disable automatic detour, deselect Enable Automatic Detour.
When you have finished, select Save.
When you encounter traffic and the set time has elapsed, the Detour icon will flash on the Map screen. Touch the icon on the screen to allow the Magellan RoadMate to calculate the detour. You can choose to ignore the Detour alert. After one minute it will stop flashing until the set time has elapsed again when it will alert you once more.

14.1.8 Voice Options

From the voice options menu, you can opt to have your voice prompts announced in either a male or female voice in the language that is currently enabled (refer to Language on page 85). Select Voice Options. Choose Male Voice or Female Voice. When you have finished, select Save.

14.1.9 Menu Colours

You can change the colour of the menu screens by selecting one of four colour schemes. Select Menu Colours. Select the required colour scheme.

14.1.10 Tone Options

As you approach a segment, an audible alert will sound to tell you to negotiate the segment. Select Tone Options. Select either Bell, Chime or Beep. When you have finished, select Save.

14.1.11 GPS Options

GPS Options provide you with information on the satellite signal as well as the ability to speed up signal acquisition time.

14.1.11.1 GPS Status

The GPS Status screen is available by pressing the GPS Signal icon on the Map screen (page 33), as well as through the GPS Options menu. GPS Status monitors the satellite signal. For more information on the GPS Status screens refer to GPS Status Screen on page 90.
14.1.11.2 Set GPS Position
Set GPS Position enables you to set the location of the Current Position icon manually. If you have travelled a long distance with the unit turned off, it may take some time for the unit to reacquire a satellite signal. By manually setting the position of the unit, you are telling the unit where you are and this will speed up the satellite signal acquisition. Ensure that you first select the country that you are in by pressing the Globe button on the Destination screen (see Country Selection on page 41). Select Set GPS Position.

Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see Multi-Word Indexing on page 31). Do not enter prefixes such as North or N, or the type of street such as Ave. or Street. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the required street.
Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers will be displayed at the top of the screen. If you do not know the exact address, just select Done and the Magellan RoadMate will use the lowest number in the range. Select Done to continue. You will be returned to the Configuration menu. Go to the Map screen. Your current position is now set to the address you entered.

14.1.12 Simulator Mode

In Simulator Mode, you can demonstrate the capabilities of the Magellan RoadMate without actually driving. In order for the simulation to work, you must set a route first. Select Simulator Mode. Select Simulate to begin the simulation. Set the speed variance of the simulation: x1 will drive at normal speed using known speed limits; x1.5 will drive at one and a half times the normal speed; x2 will drive at twice the normal speed. Return to the Map screen to view the simulation. To disable Simulator Mode, select Stop, or when the power is turned off the Simulator will stop.

14.1.13 Map Regions

The Magellan RoadMate 800 comes preloaded with North American and European map data. If you are travelling to North America, you can take your Magellan RoadMate with you and use it while you are driving abroad. To unlock the North American map, contact our Customer Service department for pricing and unlock-code information or visit our Web site at www.magellanGPS.com. Select Map Regions. Select USA - Canada and then select Unlock.

Select Code.

Use the keypad to enter the unlock code. When you have finished, select OK.

Select Unlock.

The database will be unlocked. Select OK.
Select USA - Canada, then select Switch.
Select Yes. After the unit has powered down, turn the unit back on and the new map will begin loading. When it has finished, you will have access to the North American maps.

14.1.14 Automatic Volume

The Magellan RoadMate can be set to automatically increase the volume when the vehicle exceeds 45 mph to compensate for road noise. Select Automatic Volume. Select the number increment by which to increase the volume. Select Enable. When you have finished, select Save.

14.1.15 Backup and Restore
The Magellan RoadMate 800 has the capability to back up your information (Address Book and Previous Destinations, etc.) to an optional storage card.

14.1.15.1 Backup

Select Backup and Restore, then select Backup. If you have not already inserted a card, you will be prompted to do so. Insert a card and reselect Backup.
A dialog box will appear asking you to confirm your selection. Select Yes.
The files will be copied to the storage card.

14.1.15.2 Restore

To restore the files to the hard disk, select Backup and Restore, then select Restore. If you do not have a card inserted, you will be prompted to insert a card. Insert a card and reselect Restore. Ensure that your storage card is unlocked to allow data to be written to it.
The files will be copied to the hard disk.

14.1.16 Map Information

Product Information displays information about the map and database installed in your Magellan RoadMate. This information helps our Technical Support Representative find a solution to whatever problem you may have.

14.2 Trip Computer

The Trip Computer is a valuable tool for recording the mileage and time spent driving while on business or on holiday. The information for the trip can be saved and viewed at any time, providing you with easy access to information on your current trip, as well as previous trips.
To access these features, press the MENU key on the unit and select Navigation Options.

Select Trip Computer.

14.2.1 Current Trip
When you begin a new trip and you need to record the information, access the Trip Computer. There you can save the information displayed for the current trip (if needed) and reset the Trip Computer in preparation for your new trip. Select Trip Computer. Select Current from the list of saved Trip Reports.
The Trip Computer is always in a Running state. The information for the current trip will be displayed.
14.2.1.1 Stopping or Starting the Trip Computer
The Trip Computer can be stopped and started at any time. If the Trip Computer is currently running, select Stop. The Trip Computer will stop recording until it is restarted or reset.
While the Trip Computer is in a Stopped state, select Start to continue recording the current trip or select reset to begin a new trip.
14.2.1.2 Saving the Current Trip Report
When you have finished with your trip, you can save the information for later viewing. Select Save at any time.
Use the keypad to enter a name for the Trip Report and select OK when you have finished.

1.2 How Satellite Navigation Works
Global navigation satellites continuously transmit time and distance information as they orbit Earth in a precise formation. Navigation satellite receivers use this information to calculate an exact location through triangulation. Every point on Earth is identified by two sets of numbers called coordinates. These coordinates represent the exact point where a horizontal line, known as latitude, crosses a vertical line, known as longitude. The receiver locks on to at least three satellites and uses the information received to determine the coordinates of the receiving device. By comparing the time the signals were transmitted from the satellites and the time they were recorded, the receiver calculates how far away each satellite is. The distance of the receiver from three or more satellites reveals its position on the surface of the planet. With these distance measurements, the receiver might also calculate speed, bearing, trip time, distance to destination, altitude, and more. The satellite-navigation device may display its position as longitude/latitude, Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM), Military Grid (MG), or simply as a point on an electronic map. Many Thales Navigation receivers provide comprehensive mapping data, making satellite navigation an easy tool to enhance your recreational and industrial activities.

1.2.1 Line of Sight

Satellite-navigation receivers operate by line of sight with global-positioning satellites. This means that at least three satellites must be in view of a receiver in order to calculate longitude and latitude. A fourth satellite must also be within line of sight to calculate altitude. On average, eight satellites are continuously within line of sight of every position on Earth; the more satellites in view, the more accurate the positioning. Though the radio signals of navigation satellites will pass through clouds, glass, plastic, and other lightweight materials, satellite-navigation receivers will not work underground or in other enclosed spaces.
1.3 A Word on the Safe Usage of GPS Maps
Just like paper maps, maps on GPS devices vary greatly in terms of information included and visual presentation. Whether topographical maps, roadmaps or marine charts, each map and the data it presents is designed for a specific purpose. For example, marine charts will often present only a minimal representation of roadways and are not a substitute for street maps. Topographic maps usually provide minimal detail about bodies of water and do not contain marine navigational markers. Maps also vary widely in scale: the smaller the scale, the more detailed the map. Therefore, when using GPS maps (just as with paper maps) it is important to consider what type of map you are using in your explorations and to use common sense.

Connect the small end of the USB cable to the USB port on the unit and the large end to an available USB port on your personal computer. See Left Side View on page 7. Connect the small end of the External Power cable to the power port on the unit and plug the other end of the cable into a standard, 110 VAC wall outlet. See Bottom View on page 7.
Chapter 6: Magellan RoadMate Music Manager
The Magellan RoadMate Music Manager enables you to transfer song files in MP3 or WMA format from your computer to your Magellan RoadMate, or from your Magellan RoadMate to your computer. The Magellan RoadMate has approximately 5 GB of hard disk space available for storage of music files, image files, and custom POI files. Using the USB cable provided with your Magellan RoadMate, insert the large end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your computer. Turn on your Magellan RoadMate by sliding the Reset switch to position 1 (see Top View on page 6), or by pressing the Suspend button (see Front View on page 4) to wake up the receiver if the unit is in sleep mode. When the Warning screen appears, insert the small end of the USB cable into the USB port on your Magellan RoadMate. See Left Side View on page 7. Launch the Magellan RoadMate Tools application. From the Magellan RoadMate Tools screen, click on Music.
The left side of the window shows the contents of your computer and the right side of the window shows the contents of the Magellan RoadMate. Locate the song files you wish to load. When you have selected a file, the Copy To Unit arrow will turn green. Click on the transfer arrow to copy the file to your unit.
In the same way, if you have loaded song files onto your Magellan RoadMate from another computer, you can copy the files from your unit to your computer.

Chapter 7: Music Player

The Magellan RoadMate Music Player enables you to play music files in MP3, or WMA format, stored on the hard disk of your Magellan RoadMate. If you have not already done so, you must install the Magellan RoadMate Tools application (page 14) and transfer files onto your unit using the Magellan RoadMate Music Manager (page 15).

11.4 Repeating the Last Command
While routing to a destination, if you missed the last verbal command, you can repeat it by pressing the VOLUME CONTROL lever down.

11.5 Making Selections

The Magellan RoadMate comes equipped with a touch screen. To make a menu selection, or enter characters, simply touch the screen in the location of the item you wish to select. You can also use the NAVIGATION key (see Front View on page 4) to scroll around the screen and highlight the item to select. When the desired item is highlighted, press the ENTER key to select the item.
11.6 Inputting Text Characters
Whenever you need to input names, street addresses, etc., the Magellan RoadMate will display a keyboard. Touch the letter you want and, if you make a mistake, use the Backspace key to go back one character at a time. The Spacebar is used to insert spaces between characters or words. Cancel Backspac Spacebar

Numerical

Accept

Additional

11.7 Additional Characters (More Button)
When you are entering characters, you may need to add punctuation or other special characters. When available, pressing the More button brings up a keypad with the characters shown here.
11.8 Numerical Characters (123 Button)
When available, pressing the 123 button brings up a keypad with the numeric characters shown here.

11.9 What Is QuickSpell?

The Magellan RoadMate uses QuickSpell technology to provide you with the fastest method possible to enter characters. QuickSpell eliminates the possibility of a misspelled word or looking for a city or street that is not in the loaded database. As you begin entering characters, the QuickSpell feature of the Magellan RoadMate dims out those characters which that are not available, thereby speeding up the process of entering data. Example: Suppose that you need to input the name of a city--in this case, San Francisco. Select S.

Select A.

Select N.

Select the spacebar.

When enough characters have been entered, the Magellan RoadMate will automatically display the list of cities; or, if you feel that enough characters have been entered, select OK.
Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down and select San Francisco, CA from the list. The list of items found in the database is limited to 100 items. When over 100 items have been found, Matches: > 100 will be displayed shown in the bottom right corner of the display; you may need to press the ESCAPE key and enter additional characters.
11.10 Multi-Word Indexing
The Magellan RoadMate employs a search feature known as Multi-Word Indexing. This feature enables you to search the database for possible matches based on the characters entered. The matches returned will start with the characters entered. For example: You are searching for a street called East Old Fort Road. Rather than spell the entire name of the street, you can simply enter Fort. The Magellan RoadMate will return all database entries containing the word Fort as part of the main street name. The list returned is subject to the additional parameters set by the search such as the city or state entered. The database only indexes the main names of streets. In the example above, only the words Old and Fort will be indexed. When entering street names, do not enter prefixes such as N or North unless the whole word is part of the street name. By entering N the search will return all main street names starting with the letter N. Also, do not enter suffixes such as St or Ave or Rd unless the whole word is part of the street name. By entering St the search will return all main street names starting with St. Along with street names, multi-word indexing also supports entering names of cities and points of interest.

Chapter 12: T raveling

12.1 Guidance Information Screens
The Magellan RoadMate has three screens you can use to assist you in traveling to your destination: the Map screen, the Maneuver List screen, and the TrueView 3D/Split TrueView screen.
Map: When a new destination is selected and calculated, the Map screen is displayed. This screen displays a map of your surrounding area along with the planned route (if calculated) and information about the route. This screen can be accessed when no route has been calculated by selecting Map or by pressing the VIEW key (page 4) while at the Destination screen. Maneuver List: This screen is available only when a route has been calculated. This screen displays a list of maneuvers to
follow in order to arrive at the destination. It can also be used exclude a maneuver and then recalculate the route. To access the Maneuver List screen, press the VIEW key (page 4) while viewing the Map screen.
TrueView 3D: This screen is available only when a route has been calculated. This screen displays the next maneuver as a
3D graphic. It will help you to know which lane to be in and provides you with an easy-to-follow picture of the next maneuver. To access the TrueView 3D screen, press the VIEW key (page 4) while viewing the Maneuver List. You can also show the TrueView 3D in split mode (see TrueView Options on page 75). This view shows the TrueView screen on the left side and the Map on the right side.
TrueView 3D Maneuver List

Split TrueView

12.2 Map Screen
The Map screen is the most commonly used screen in the Magellan RoadMate and provides you with detailed information about where you are and where you are going. Current Road SmartDetour Icon POI Icon Planned Route (pink) Position Cursor (points in the direction you are traveling) 2D/3D Map Toggle Next Road Distance to Distance to Estimated Time to Destination Direction of Destination GPS Signal

Current Road

Next Maneuver Direction of Travel
By touching the POI icon on the screen, you can get information and route to it. As you travel, the Map screen constantly updates your location and provides you with not only a map but a visual indication of where you are on the map.
12.3 Changing from 2D to 3D Map View
The Map screen can be changed between 2D (view overhead of the position cursor, and 3D (view overhead and slightly behind). The 3D view offers a more realistic view showing a perspective of the roads ahead. While in 3D Map mode, you can still touch icons on the screen to route to them while driving, and you can zoom in and out. You cannot however, scroll the map, and the map orientation is set at Heading Up. When in Split TrueView, the map portion of the screen will be in 2D mode.
12.4 Changing the Map Zoom Levels
While viewing the Map screen, you can zoom in (enlarge the map) by pressing the + (plus) key or zoom out (shrink the map) by pressing the - (minus) key. Note: The Zoom In and Zoom Out keys can also be used the scroll through long lists. While viewing a list, press the Zoom Out key to scroll the list down one page at a time and press the Zoom In key to scroll the list up one page at a time. Zoom In key

Select Address
Search by Zip Code page 44

Search by State page 45

Previous City page 46
A destination can be created by entering the street address that you want to go to. This address is not automatically added your Address Book but is saved to your Previous Destinations list if you have routed to it. You have four options: Search By City, Search by Zip Code, Search By State, or Previous City. Use Search By City when you know the city that the address can be found in. Use Search by Zip Code if you arent sure of how to spell the city, but know the zip code. Use Search By State when you dont know, or are unsure of the city name. You will be given a listing of all of the cities for the state you select that have the street name you are looking for. Use Previous City to speed up your search by not having to re-enter a city you have used before. Additionally, The Previous Cities list places your current city at the top of the list.

13.4.1 Search By City

From the Destination screen, select Select Address and then, select Search By City. Enter characters that start a word within the city name (see Multi-Word Indexing on page 32). Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired city.
Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see Multi-Word Indexing on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as North or N, or the type of street such as Ave. or Street. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired street.
Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers is displayed at the top of the screen. Select Done. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed.
13.4.2 Search by Zip Code
From the Destination screen, select Select Address then, select Search by Zip Code. Enter the zip code select OK, then select the city.

13.4.3 Search By State

From the Destination screen, select Select Address then, select Search By State. Enter the first few characters for the state and select OK. Select the state.
Select the desired city from the list. Only those cities that contain the street name and are within the state selected are displayed.

13.4.4 Previous City

From the Destination screen, select Select Address then, select Previous City. Select the city from the list.

Enter characters that start a word within the city name (see Multi-Word Indexing on page 32). Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired city.
Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers is displayed at the top of the screen. Select Done.
The top line (Name) and the bottom line (Information) can be edited. The address cannot be changed. Select the line you want to modify. Use the keypad to enter the desired text and select OK. You can also designate the address as a favorite by checking the box at the bottom of the screen. When you have finished making changes, select Save and then, press ESCAPE.
13.5.4.2 Search by Zip Code
From the Destination screen, select Address Book then, select Create New Entry. Select Search by Zip Code.
Enter the zip code and select OK, then select the city.

13.5.4.3 Search by State

From the Destination screen, select Address Book then, select Create New Entry. Select Search by State.
Use the keypad to enter the first few characters for the state and select OK. Select the state.
Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down and select the desired city. (These are all of the cities in your loaded database that have the street name you selected.)

13.5.4.4 Previous City

From the Destination screen, select Address Book, then select Create New Entry. Select Previous City.
Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired city.

13.5.5 Trip Planner

Using the Trip Planner, you can enter multiple destinations for your trip and route to each one of them in order.

13.5.5.1 New

From the Destination screen, select Address Book, then select Trip (Trip button).

Select New.

Use the keypad to enter a name for the new trip and select OK.
From the pop-up menu, select Add.
From the Select Trip Planner Address screen, select the method for adding a destination to your trip: Map (Map button) will add a destination by selecting a point on the map; Select Address will add a destination by creating a new address; Address Book will add a destination from a previous destination, Address Book, or favorites; Dining, ATM, Gas. will add a destination from the POI database; and Intersection will add a destination of two intersecting streets.

Please refer to page 25 for information on creating and loading Custom POIs. From the Destination screen, select Dining, ATM, Gas., then select Custom POIs. Select the category.
If the POI list has more than 15 returns, you can further narrow the search by selecting either Nearest or Spell Name. Select the desired POI from the list.
Select Route to go to the selected Address, or select Cancel to return to the Select Custom POI menu. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed.
13.7 Selecting an Intersection as a Destination

Search by City page 67

Search by Zip Code page 68

Intersection

Search by State page 69

Previous City page 69

An intersection of two streets can be used as a destination for your trip. The search for the intersection can be done whether or not you know the city. If you know the city, you can start there; if you are unsure of the city, you can start with the state.

13.7.1 Search by City

From the Destination screen, select Intersection then, select Search by City.
Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see Multi-Word Indexing on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as North or N, or the type of street such as Ave. or Street. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down and select the first street from the list.
Enter characters that start a word within the name of the second street and select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the second street from the list. Select the desired Route Method. The Magellan RoadMate will calculate the route. When the calculations are complete, the Map screen will be displayed.
13.7.2 Search by Zip Code
From the Destination screen, select Intersection then, select Search by Zip Code. Enter the zip code and select OK, then select the city.

13.7.3 Search by State

From the Destination screen, select Intersection then, select Search by State. Enter the first few characters for the state and select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the state from the list.
Enter characters that start a word within the street name (see Multi-Word Indexing on page 32). Do not enter prefixes such as North or N, or the type of street such as Ave. or Street. Select OK. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the first street from the list.

13.7.4 Previous City

From the Destination screen, select Intersection then, select Previous City. Use the Navigation key to scroll the list up or down (if necessary) and select the desired

With the POI alerts set, you can now choose at what point you will be alerted. Select Alert

Parameters.

Select the POI category to customize.
The Detection Angle is set to alert you when you are within so many degrees of the POI.

Select Detection Angle.

Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of degrees in which to set the alert. When you have finished, select OK.
The First Warning is set to alert you when you are within a certain number of feet from the POI.

Select First Warning.

Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of feet in which to alert you. When you have finished, select OK.
The Last Warning is set as a final alert when you are within a certain number of feet from the POI.

Select Last Warning.

When you have set the parameters as you like, select Save.

14.1.3 Map Options

Map Options enable you to determine the behavior of the Map while you are driving. Select Map Options. With Scrolling enabled, the vehicle position icon will always remain in the same position with the map scrolling, or moving as while the vehicle is in motion. With Scrolling disabled, the vehicle position icon will move forward slightly; then, the map will scroll down. Having Scrolling disabled allows for a faster display.
Heading Up sets the map display so that the direction of travel is always at the top of the screen. North Up sets the map display so that North is always at the top of the screen. North
Up is only available in 2D Map mode. Select Miles or Kilometers as the unit of measure for distance. When you have finished, select Save.

14.1.4 TrueView Options

TrueView options enable you to control how and when the TrueView screen is displayed. Select TrueView Options. Select Split TrueView to enable the TrueView/Map Screen mode. See TrueView 3D Screen on page 36. Select Disable TrueView if you do not want the TrueView screen to appear during routing. Select Manual TrueView to show the TrueView screen only by pressing the View key. Select Auto TrueView to have the TrueView screen appear automatically when the next maneuver is approaching. When you have finished, select Save.

14.1.5 Select Map Color

Select Select Map Color. With Automatic Night Mode enabled, the Magellan RoadMate will switch between a Day screen and a Night screen based on sunrise and sunset times for your current location.
Select Day Screen to choose a color scheme for the map while you are driving during the day. Select Night Screen to select a color scheme for driving at night. When you have finished, select Save.
Select from nine available color schemes:
When you have finished, select Save and you will be returned to the Select Map Color menu.

14.1.6 Route Preferences

Route Preferences enable you to set parameters for the Magellan RoadMate to follow when calculating a route. Select Route

Preferences.

Avoid Toll Roads instructs Magellan RoadMate to avoid known toll roads when calculating a

route.

Automatic Re-Route will cause the Magellan RoadMate to try up to three times to
automatically re-route to the destination when it has detected that the vehicle has deterred from the calculated route. When you have finished, select Save.

14.1.7 Detour Options

The Magellan RoadMate comes equipped with SmartDetour. If you are driving on the freeway with SmartDetour enabled and your speed drops below 15 MPH, you may press the detour icon on the Map screen in order for the Magellan RoadMate to calculate an alternate route around traffic. Select Detour Options. Select the distance of the detour. You can select from a preset distance of three miles, five miles, or 10 miles.
You can also select a custom distance. Select Custom, and then select the button to the right to enter a custom distance. Enter the number of miles and select OK.
Next, select the amount of time the Magellan RoadMate will wait before alerting you. Select the

Time button.

Enter the number of minutes and select OK.
Enable Automatic Detour is selected by default as shown by the checkbox mark. To disable automatic detour, deselect Enable Automatic Detour.
When you have finished, select Save.
When you encounter traffic, and the set time has elapsed, the Detour icon will flash on the Map screen. Touch the icon on the screen to have the Magellan RoadMate calculate the detour. You can choose to ignore the Detour alert; and after one minute it will stop flashing until the set time has elapsed again when it will alert you once more.

14.1.8 Voice Options

From the voice options menu, you can select to have your voice prompts announced in either a male or a female voice in the language currently enabled (refer to Language on page 88). Select Voice Options. Choose Male Voice or Female Voice. When you are finished, select Save.

14.1.9 Menu Colors

You can change the color of the menu screens by selecting one of four color schemes. Select Menu Colors. Select the desired color scheme.

14.1.10 Tone Options

As you approach a maneuver, an audible alert sounds to let you know to make the maneuver. Select Tone Options. Select either Bell, Chime, or Beep. When you have finished, select Save.

14.1.11 GPS Options

GPS Options provide you with information on the satellite signal as well as the ability to speed up signal acquisition time.

14.1.11.1 GPS Status

The GPS Status screen is available by pressing the GPS Signal icon on the Map screen (page 34) as well as through the GPS Options menu. GPS Status monitors the satellite signal. For more information on the GPS Status screens refer to GPS Status Screen on page 92.

14.1.11.2 Set GPS Position
Set GPS Position enables you to manually set the location of the Current Position icon. If you have travelled a long distance with the unit off, it may take some time for the unit to reacquire a satellite signal. By manually setting the position of the unit, you are telling the unit where you are and will speed up the satellite signal acquisition. Make sure you first select the country you are in by pressing the Globe button on the Destination screen (see Country Selection (Globe Button) on page 42). Select Set GPS Position.
Enter the street address. The acceptable range of numbers is displayed at the top of the screen. If you do not know the exact address, just select Done and the Magellan RoadMate will use the lowest number in the range. Select Done to continue. You will be returned to the Configuration menu. Go to the Map screen. Your current position is now set to the address you entered.

14.1.12 Simulator Mode

In Simulator Mode, you can demonstrate the capabilities of the Magellan RoadMate without actually driving. In order for the simulation to work, you must set a route first. Select Simulator Mode. Select Simulate to begin the simulation. Set the speed variance of the simulation: x1 will drive at normal speed using known speed limits; x1.5 will drive at one and a half times normal speed; x2 will drive at two times normal speed. Return to the Map screen to view the simulation. To disable Simulator Mode, select Stop, or when the power is turned off the Simulator will stop.

14.1.13 Map Regions

The Magellan RoadMate 800 comes preloaded with North American and European map data. If you are travelling to Europe, you can take your Magellan RoadMate with you and use it while you are driving abroad. To unlock the European map, contact our Customer Service department for pricing and unlock-code information or visit our Web site at www.magellanGPS.com. Select Map Regions. Select Europe and then select Unlock.

Select Code.

Use the keypad to enter the unlock code. When you have finished, select OK.

Select Unlock.

The database is unlocked. Select OK.
Select Europe and then select Switch.
Select Yes. After the unit has powered down, turn the unit back on and the new map will begin loading. When it has finished, you will have access to the European maps.

15.3.2 Remove Password

Select Password and use the keyboard to enter the password. When you have finished, select OK. Then, from the Set New Password screen, select OK.

15.4 Language

To change the language for the menu text and voice prompts for navigation, select Language. Select the desired language. A dialog box will appear asking you to confirm your selection. Select Yes. The unit will restart itself with the new language enabled.
Chapter 16: System Status
The System Status menu give you further options to check the performance of your Magellan RoadMate.

16.1 Product Information

Select Product Information to show the current application software versions. Also, the current hardware and firmware versions will be displayed.

16.2 User Storage

Select User Storage to display the available space and total space of the hard disk and, if inserted, the storage card. Note: Although 5 GB of storage on the unit hard disk is available, the actual storage may vary and can be slightly less.

16.3 Diagnostics

Diagnostics enables you to test key performance elements of the Magellan RoadMate

16.3.1 Audio Test

The Audio Test will check the performance of the built-in speaker.

16.3.2 Touchscreen Test

The Touchscreen test will enable you to recalibrate the touchscreen should it not be tracking properly.

16.3.3 Keypad Test

The Keypad test will determine if the buttons on the unit are functioning.\

16.3.4 Video Test

The Video test will test to determine if the screen is displaying colors properly.

Chapter 17: Help

The Help feature provides you with an interactive tutorial on the features and functions of the Magellan RoadMate along with contact information should you need assistance.

17.1 Quick Tips

Quick Tips for New Users provides information in the following categories on basic usage and how to get the best signal reception: Getting Started Unobstructed View Remain Stationary Antenna Position Entering a Destination Other Important Info Registering You Product

17.2 Contact Us

If you experience problems using your Magellan RoadMate, you can contact us at the numbers displayed.

Appendix A

POI Categories
The Magellan RoadMate POI database has 37 different categories. The icons will appear on the Map screen (if enabled): Restaurant Bank/ATM Gas Station Roadside Assistance Hospital/Polyclinic Vehicle Services Airport Camping & RV Car Rental Casino City Center Clothing Convention Center Education Emergency Services Entertainment Golf Course Grocery Store Hair & Beauty Health Care Home & Garden Hotel or Motel Marina Misc. Services Nightlife Open Parking Area Parks Fast food, diners, and food marts Most financial services Most fuel services Towing companies Most medical services Repair shops, tire stores, and oil changes International and Municipal airports Campgrounds, camping areas, and RV parks Car rental companies Gambling venues The geographical center of a selected city Clothing retail stores Major Convention Centers Schools, Colleges, and other learning institutions Police, FIre, and Emergency Rooms Movie theaters, live performance venues Private and public courses Major chains and local markets Salons and beauty parlors Doctors offices and pharmacies Nurseries and do-it-yourself centers Most overnight stay locations Docks and harbors Other services not categorized Dance halls, pubs, nightclubs Parking lots and garages County, regional, and local parks

Appendix E

Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my street not showing up on the map?
The Magellan RoadMate uses the most current available map data. Chances are, your street is in a new housing development or the street is new. Map updates are made available about twice per year.
I know there is a gas station on this street corner, why is there not icon for it on the map?
Check your POI settings and make sure you have the necessary POI checked to make it visible on the map. see POI Selection on page 70. The Magellan RoadMate uses the latest POI data available. Chances are the POI you are looking for is relatively new and has not been added to the database. If this is not the case, it may have been overlooked or changed since the POI database was created. You can add custom POIs to your Magellan RoadMate to make up for those you route to often. see Chapter 10: Magellan RoadMate POI Manager on page 24, and Custom POIs on page 70.
The GPS signal is weak. Whats going on?
You may be driving through an area that has tall buildings or trees, or a canyon, or a tunnel. These conditions may interfere with satellite signals. Wait a few moments and the signal should get better as more satellites are acquired. Or, you may need to reposition you antenna. Rotate the antenna upward slightly and wait a moment. If the signal does not improve, continue to rotate the antenna. If the problem persists, there may be a problem with the antenna. Contact Technical Support.
Why is an address I know I routed to not in the Previous Destinations list?
THe Previous Destinations list stores the last 50 places you routed to. When you get to number 51, the first destination on the list is removed and each successive destination is moved up.