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Magellan RoadMate N477 User Manual

Magellan RoadMate N477
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N477 User Manual

Table of Contents

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Magellan RoadMate N477 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display TypeLCD
Display Resolution480 x 272 pixels
TouchscreenYes
Battery LifeUp to 2 hours
GPSYes
Voice GuidanceYes
BluetoothNo
Landmark GuidanceYes
Lane GuidanceYes
Text-to-SpeechYes
FM TransmitterNo
MapsPreloaded North America Maps

Summary

Important Safety Warnings

Charging the N477

FCC Interference Statement

Statement regarding FCC compliance and potential interference from the device.

FCC and IC Compliance Notices

FCC Radiation Exposure Statement

Information on FCC limits for RF exposure compliance for the device.

Canada, Industry Canada Notices

Compliance notices for Industry Canada regulations pertaining to the device.

N477 GPS Receiver Overview

N477 Controls and Features

Fundamentals of Operation

Battery Status and Speaker Volume

Checking battery level indicator and adjusting audio volume.

Button and Smart Volume Settings

Configuring button sounds and smart volume features.

Brightness and Main Menu Navigation

Brightness Control and Access

Adjusting screen brightness and dimming options.

Main Menu Access and Interface

Navigating to and understanding the main menu interface.

Keypad Input and Data Entry

Keypad Overview and Data Entry Tips

Explanation of keypad layout, special keys, and data entry tips.

QuickSpell and Smart City Search Features

Features for faster and error-free city and street name entry.

Smart City Search and Display Modes

Smart City Search Functionality

Feature for predicting city names during address entry.

Portrait/Landscape Display Modes

Switching between Portrait and Landscape display orientations.

Map Screen Functionality

Normal vs. Routing Map Modes

Describes the two display modes of the map screen.

Map Screen Elements and Controls

Identifying key components and controls on the map screen.

Map Options and Customization

Setting Map Display Options

Customizing night mode, map view, and POI visibility.

Selecting Map Mode and Zoom Level

Choosing map display mode and default zoom level.

Map Navigation and Location Features

Panning and Routing to Panned Position

Moving the map and setting a route to a selected location.

Current Location Screen Access and Saving

Viewing and saving current location details.

Route Management and Volume Control

Maneuver List and Route Options

Viewing turn instructions and changing route calculation methods.

Volume Control from Map Screen

Adjusting audio volume while on the map screen.

OneTouch Menu Operations

Accessing and Using the OneTouch Menu

How to open and navigate the OneTouch menu.

Managing Home Button and Icon Assignments

Setting and editing Home destination and assigning icons.

Saving POI Searches and OneTouch Routes

Setting a Route to a OneTouch Icon

Selecting Destinations by Address

Creating Destination via Address Entry

Step-by-step guide to entering city, street, and number for a destination.

Tips for Quick Address Entry

Advice on efficient address input and using the List feature.

Creating Destinations by Intersection

City Centers and Previous Destinations

Creating Destination by City Center

Setting a city's geographical center as the destination.

Previous Destinations Management

Accessing, routing to, and clearing past destinations.

Address Book Management

Saving and Accessing Address Book Entries

Storing, finding, and routing from saved addresses.

Traveling on a Route

Maneuver List and Route Options

Viewing turn instructions and changing route calculation methods.

Route Comparison and Method Selection

Understanding and selecting different route calculation methods.

Route Comparison and Special Functions

Comparing and Changing Routing Methods

Visually comparing routes and setting default methods.

Special Routing Functions

Options for cancelling routes or detouring from the current path.

Multiple Destination Trip Planning

Creating a Multi-Destination Trip

Planning routes with multiple stops and destinations.

Modifying Multi-Destination Trips

Changing Destination Sequence and Management

Reordering, skipping, or removing destinations in a multi-stop trip.

Points of Interest (POI) Navigation

Routing to POIs by Category

Searching and navigating to Points of Interest based on categories.

POI Navigation by Name and Highway Exit

Routing to POIs by Name

Finding and navigating to Points of Interest by searching their names.

Highway Exit POI Services

Locating services like gas stations or restaurants near highway exits.

Bluetooth Connectivity and Pairing

Pairing Your Bluetooth-Ready Phone

Initial setup to connect a phone to the N477 via Bluetooth.

Bluetooth Settings and Options

Configuring Bluetooth features like auto-connect and audible warnings.

Pairing Additional Bluetooth Phones

Connecting a second or subsequent Bluetooth-enabled phone.

Bluetooth Phone Operations

Importing Contacts, Calling Home, Redial

Managing contacts, calling home, and redialing via Bluetooth.

Manual Dialing and Address Book Calls

Making calls using the dial pad or saved address book entries.

Speed Dialing and Answering Calls

Using speed dial and handling incoming phone calls.

Managing Bluetooth Calls

Hanging Up, Numeric Data Entry, and Call Adjustments

Disconnecting calls, entering numeric data, and adjusting volume/mic gain.

System Settings Overview

Accessing System Settings and Map Options

Navigating to settings and customizing map display.

Map Orientation and POI Visibility

Setting map heading and controlling POI display.

Auto Zoom and Highway Lane Assist

Enabling automatic zoom for turns and highway lane guidance.

Sound and Navigation Preferences

Sound Settings (Volume, Button Sounds, Smart Volume)

Adjusting audio settings and feature toggles like button feedback and smart volume.

Navigation Preferences (Route Method, Alerts, Guidance)

Configuring route calculation methods, turn alerts, and guidance features.

Road, Warning, Time, and Display Settings

Road Preferences, Warnings, and Time Zone

Setting road avoidance, configuring warnings, and setting the device's time zone.

Brightness, Language, and Time Format

Adjusting display brightness, selecting language, and setting time format.

Keyboard, Units, GPS, and System Defaults

Keyboard Layout, Units, and Regions

Customizing keyboard, units of measure, and selecting regions.

GPS Status and Position Settings

Viewing GPS status and setting position for faster fixes.

System Defaults, Product Info, and Troubleshooting

Restoring defaults, viewing product info, and troubleshooting issues.