Pharos Science & Applications 505 manual

Pharos Traveler GPS 505 User M anual[...]

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- 3 - Safety Instructions for the Pocket PC Important safeguards All safety instructions must be read carefully an d fully understood before attempting to use your Pharos Traveler GPS Pocket PC. This manual contains safety instructions that must be observed in order to avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or damage to your[...]

- 4 - Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the Pharos Traveler GPS 505 P ocket PC. Please be sure to read this manual before using the Pocket PC and ensure that you are aware of correct handling procedures. • Please be sure to read the “ Important Safety Information ” section in this document to learn about safety inform ation . • Af[...]

- 5 - Important Safety Information Read this information before using your Pocket PC. To reduce the risk of bo dily injury, electric shock, fire, and damage to the equipment observe the following precautions. General Precautions Avoid hot areas: The product should be placed away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers or other products [...]

- 6 - GPS Usage Precautions Please don’t use this product close to wireless machines; otherwise, the product will malfunction . This product is a delicate electronic ma chine; therefore , please do not put it in places with strong static and electric waves. The GPS receiver may not work if us ed in the following locations : • Tunnel or basement[...]

- 7 - • Please check that you fully understand the definition of the following messages (signs and graphical symbols) bef ore reading the text, and always follow the instructions provided.[...]

- 8 - Supplementary Information: “ The product complies with the requirements of the Safety Directive IEC60950 3rd and the EMC Directive 89/336/EEC. ” Weitere Informationen: “ Das Produkt entspric ht den Anforderungen der Niederspannungsrichtlinie 73/23/EG und der EMC - Richtlinie 89/336/EG. ” Informations compl é rnentaires: “Ce produit[...]

- 9 - Working Environment This product was designed to fulfill the EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) requirements for “ residential, commercial and light industry environments. ” The use of this product in working environments other than “ residential, commercial and light industry environments ” is not approved. For example, the followin[...]

- 10 - CE Compliance This product and the original options are designed to observe the related EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) and safety standards. However, the manufacturer cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options o r cables not produced by the manufacturer are connected or implemented. In this case, th[...]

- 11 - FCC Notice “ Declaration of Conformity ” This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, an d can radi[...]

- 12 - Caring for the Environment by Recycling in the European Union This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product must not be disposed of with your other household waste. I nstead, it is your responsibility to find a designated collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment waste . F or more [...]

- 13 - Table of Contents Chapter 1: Getting Started ................................................. 15 Welcome ...................................................... 15 Finding Information ....................................... 16 Chapter 2: Basic Skills ....................................................... 17 System Overview .................[...]

- 14 - Table of Contents Resetting ..................................................... 43 Clearing Memory .......................................... 44 Specifications ............................................... 44 Troubleshooting for GPS ............................... 47[...]

Chapter 1: Getting Started - 15 - Chapter 1: Getting Started Welcome Congratulations on pur chasing your Pocket PC. Due to its size and capabilities, you can keep your most important business and personal information up - to - date and close at hand. Microsoft ® ActiveSync ® increases the power of your Pocket PC by allowing you to synchronize the[...]

Chapter 1: Getting Started - 16 - Finding Information This manual describes features, provides program overviews, and describes how to connect your Pocket PC to your PC, a network, or the Internet. For instructions on setting and installing ActiveSy nc, consult the documentation that came with ActiveSync. For information on See this source Programs[...]

C hapter 2: Basic Skills - 17 - Chapter 2: Basic Skills This chapter identifies the system components and describes the use and customization of your Pocket PC. System Overview Main Unit (Front View) Initial Settings of the Program Buttons • Program button 1 = ezGO(Quick menu) • Program button 2 = Navigator application launch buttons • Progra[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 18 - Main Unit (End View) Main Unit (Back View) Power Button The power button performs the functions described in the table below. Power button When the power is off When the power is o n Press and hold. The power turns on. The screen light alternately turns on/off. Press it quickly. The power turns on. The power turns off[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 19 - Switching the battery switch to the “ stop ” position at any time leads to loss of data. Setting the Battery Lock 1. Use the stylus to slide the battery lock to the up position (the “ lock ” side) See “ To install the battery ” later in this chapter. . Battery/Ala rm LED Descriptions Flashing orange When t[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 20 - When you operate the touch screen of your Pocket PC, use the suppl ied stylus. Please use touch panel carefully and don ’ t place it on or under the sharp objects. If the tip of the stylus is damaged, do not use it. If you operate the touch screen with a damaged stylus or a ballpoint pen, the touch screen may be dam[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 21 - 2. Insert the left side of the battery into the battery slot at on angle, and press down the right side into the slot until it clicks. 3. Insert the tip of the stylus int o the battery lock. 4. Slide the lock to the lock position. To remove the battery: 1. Insert the tip of the stylus into the battery lock. 2. Slide t[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 22 - Charging the Battery Charge the p ocket PC by using the AC adaptor: Connect one end of AC adaptor (Mini USB u ) into the mini USB Client port w and connect the other end v to an electrical outlet to charge the pocket PC. Maintain an ambient temperature from approximately 32 ° F to 104 ° F ( 0 ° C to 45 ° C) while [...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 23 - n Use your Pocket PC with an ambient temperature between 59 ° F and 77 ° F (15 ° C and 25 ° C). This temperat ure range is the most effective for the battery. n When you use your Pocket PC in high or low temperature environments, the operable time is shortened due to the decrease of the battery capacity. • The r[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 24 - Initial Setup and Touch Screen Correction When using your Pocket PC for the first time, follow the initial setup procedures below, after the battery has been charged. W hen you slide the battery switch to the “ supply ” position and install the battery , your Pocket PC powers on automatically and the Welcome scree[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 25 - Inserting a SD Card 1. Remove the dummy card from the SD card slot. 2. Insert the card with its metal contact surface facing the top of your Pocket PC. 3. Pres s down the card until it clicks in place. Removing a SD Card 1. Lightly press down the card until a click is heard. The card pops out slightly from the slot. 2[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 26 - Connect your Pocket PC directly to your PC using the supplied mini USB cable: 1. Connect the serial connector of the mini USB cable to the mini USB Client port of your Pocket PC. 2. Connect the USB connector of the mini USB cable to the mini USB port of your PC. Today Screen When you turn on your Pocket PC for the fi [...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 27 - Status Icon Meaning Connect ion is inactive. Notification that one or more e - mail messages were received . Notification that one or more instant messages were received . If more notification icons need to be displayed than there is room to display them, the Notification icon displays. Tap the icon to view all notifi[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 28 - The following table contains a partial list of programs that are included. (Look for additional programs in your Pocket PC Companion CD.) Icon Program Description A c tiveSync Synchronize information betwe en your Pocket PC and PC . Calendar Keep track of your appointments and create meeting requests. Contacts Keep tr[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 29 - Chec king System Information The system information program displays the system information such as CPU clock, CPU stepping, OS version, PIC version, and UUID. The information is displayed in the Identity , Memory , Driver and System items. To check system infor mation, tap > Settings > System > SysInfo . Too[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 30 - You might want to adjust the following: • Clock & Alarms to change the time or to set the alarms • Menus to customize what appears on the menu, and to enable a pop - up menu from New • Owner Information to enter your contact information • Password to limit access to your Pocket PC • Power to maximize the[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 31 - 1. Determine your Pocket PC processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. Tap > Settings . On the System tab, tap About. In the Version tab, make a note of the information in Processor. 2. Download the program to your PC (or insert the CD or d isk that contains the program into your PC).[...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 32 - Adding Programs Directly from the Internet 1. Determine your Pocket PC processor ty pe so that you know which version of the software to install. Tap > Settings . On the System tab, tap About . In the Version tab, make a note of the information in Processor . 2. Download the program to your Pocket PC straight from [...]

Chapter 2: Basic Skills - 33 - • Using ActiveSync on your PC — Use the Explorer in ActiveSync to explore your device files and locate the program. Right - click the program, and then click Create Shortcut . Move the shortcut to the Start Menu folder in the Windows folder. The shortcut now appears on the menu . For more information, see ActiveSy[...]

Chapter 3: Microsoft ActiveSync - 34 - Chapter 3: Microsoft ActiveSync Using ActiveSync, you can synchronize information between your Pocket PC and your PC or server. Synchronization compares the data on your Pocket PC with the data residing on your PC and updates both with the most recent information. For example: • Keep Pocket Outlook data up -[...]

Chapter 3: Microsoft ActiveSync - 35 - View connection status. Once you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronization process , you can initiate synchronization from your Pocket PC . To switch to ActiveSync, tap > Programs > ActiveSync . For information about using ActiveSync on your PC, start ActiveSync on your PC and then s[...]

Chapter 3: Microsoft ActiveSync - 36 - In ActiveSync on your Pocket PC , tap Tools > Options > the Mobile Schedule tab. 1. To synchronize period ically during peak times, select the frequency of synchronization in the Peak times list. 2. To synchronize periodically during off - peak times, select the frequency of synchronization in the Off - [...]

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Chapter 4: GPS Function - 37 - Chapter 4: GPS Function Your Pocket PC is also a g lobal p ositioning s ystem (GPS ) device. It is a very convenient tool for navigation on the road. Note: Please set your GPS before getting on the road. Setting the device while driving is strongly discouraged. The actual procedures will depend on the map source which[...]

Chapter 4: GPS Function - 38 - Viewing the GPS Settings Your Pocket PC is pre - installed with a GPS - related programs: GPS Power Control. GPS Power Control To view the GPS function settings, tap > Settings > System > GPS Power Control. You can use it to directly control GPS func tion on/off and reset . Zoom in and Zoom out When turn on m[...]

Chapter 4: GPS Function - 39 - memory. 2. Do not turn off the Pocket PC. Otherwise, the GP S function will be disabled automatically and the GPS status LED will be off. Using GPS Power Control GPS Power Control is used to configure the GPS settings. Below are the main screen and setting items of GPS Power Control . • POWER This item indicates tha[...]

Chapter 4: GPS Function - 40 - Using Navigation Control Navigation Control is used to configure the Navigation button . Below is the main screen and setting items of Navigation Control . • 4 - direction control mode When choosing 4 - direction control mode, ther e will be 4 directions available to move. • 8 - direction control mode When choosin[...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 41 - Chapter 5: Additional Information Troubleshooting Check the following table for the possible cause of the problem and how to correct it. Symptom Cause Correction The battery power is exhausted. Charge the battery. Even if the power button is pressed, the power does not turn on. The main battery is not instal[...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 42 - Symptom Cause Correction The screen was tapped, but there is no response. The operation button does not work, either. Some malfunction Reset the device. I f no action is observed after resetting the device, initialize the device. (However, the data will be deleted.) The screen is dark. The screen light is of[...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 43 - Clearing Memory When you initialize your Pocket PC, it returns to the status wh en it was purchased. When you initialize your Pocket PC, all data stored in the memory is deleted. Your Pocket PC ’ s initially installed programs are not deleted. Before the initialization, remove the SD card. 1. Turn off your[...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 44 - Item Description Temperature 32 ° F ~ 104 ° F (0 ° C ~ 40 ° C ) Relative humidity 10% ~ 85% Storage conditions Temperature - 4 ° F ~ 140 ° F ( - 20 ° C ~ 60 ° C) Relative humidity 10% ~ 85% Battery type 1320mAh, removable, rechargeable Lithium - Ion battery Processor Intel ® bulverde PXA270 416 MHz [...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 45 - Infrared port Based on IrDA ver. 1.3 Maximum data transmission speed: 115 kbps Audio AC 97 codec Mono record Stereo playback, 8.0 KHz, 11.025 KHz, 22.05 KHz, and 44.1 KHz sample rate Full duplex for simult aneous record and playback On - board microphone On - board speaker Stereo earphone/microphone jack Sof[...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 46 - Troubleshooting for GPS Why does the Pocket PC keep accessing the map? 1. The CPU speed is related to the accessing speed of the storage card. You are advised to use storage cards with better accessing speed. 2. Make sure that the RAM of the P ocket PC has free space over 20 MB for the map program to work pr[...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 47 - How often does the GPS satellite update the signals? How many satellites are required for a successfu l positioning? The GPS signals are transmitted every second. Based on the Pythagorean Theorem , it takes at least three satellites for the 2D positioning, and four satellites for the 3D positioning. In the m[...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 48 - 2. Modify the voice files of the map program. 3. Connect to the AUX IN of the car stereo and broadcast the volume through the car speaker. 4. Purchas e a FM transmitter. Use the car radio to receive signals and broadcast the volume t hrough the car speaker. The GPS reception i s not good. How do I fix it? 1.[...]

Chapter 5: Additional Information - 49 - Will charging using the car charger in long periods damage the Pocket PC? Using other car chargers may damage the Pocket PC. Use the supplied car charger to power the Pocket PC using the 5V voltage and 1A current. Do not use greater voltage or current to charge the Pocket PC. During navigation, a warning of [...]