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NAVIGON 7100
User’s Guide
English (US)
September 2007
Revision 1.1

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Navigon 7100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNavigon
Model7100
CategoryGPS
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

About This Manual

Details on the styles and symbols used for clarity in the manual.

Conventions

Explanation of formatting styles used for legibility and clarification.

Symbols

Defines symbols used to refer to specific passages of text.

Legal Notice

States that the software and manual are subject to change without notice.

Liability

Disclaims liability for accuracy and damages resulting from manual use.

Trademarks

Information on registered trademarks and third-party rights.

Customer Service

Contact information and service hours for customer support.

Welcome

Introducing Your NAVIGON 7100

Overview of the NAVIGON 7100's features and capabilities.

About GPS Navigation

Explains how GPS technology works and its role in navigation.

Getting Started

What's Included

Lists the accessories included with the NAVIGON 7100 device.

Important Safety Information

Provides critical safety notices and guidelines for using the navigation system.

Safety information for the navigation device

Details safety precautions related to the device itself, including water and heat.

Safety guidelines when installing in your car

Safety advice for mounting the device and routing cables in a vehicle.

Preparing Your NAVIGON 7100 for Use

Instructions for initial setup, including charging the battery.

Inserting a memory card

Steps for inserting the SD memory card into the device.

Removing a memory card

Procedure for safely removing the memory card from the device.

Securing the cradle

Instructions on how to attach and secure the device cradle.

Securing the navigation device to the cradle

Details on attaching the navigation device to its cradle using a bayonet fitting.

Supplying power to the navigation device

How to power the device using the car charger cable.

Connecting an optional TMC antenna

Instructions for connecting the TMC antenna for traffic information.

Basic Operations

Starting the NAVIGON 7100

Step-by-step guide to powering on and starting the navigation software.

The Main Window

Overview of the main user interface and its primary navigation functions.

Take Me Home

Function to quickly navigate to a pre-set home address.

My Destinations

Accessing saved and recently used destinations.

Voice Commands

Using voice commands to initiate navigation or access features.

The Options Button

Details on accessing various settings and planning windows.

Returning to the Main Window

How to navigate back to the main screen from other windows.

Initializing the GPS receiver

Explains the GPS initialization process and status indicators.

Setting the volume

Adjusting the volume for spoken driving instructions.

Viewing Device Statuses

Understanding the icons for GPS reception and battery status.

Directional Heading

Explains the directional indicator and compass points.

TMC (Traffic Information)

Information on receiving and using traffic updates for route planning.

Bluetooth

Using the device for hands-free mobile phone operations.

Using Software Keyboards

How to use the on-screen keyboards for text input.

Using Menus

Guidance on navigating through menus and selecting functions.

Security

The Password Lock Window

Interface for setting and managing the device password.

Setting a password

Procedure for creating a new password to protect the device.

Changing a password

Steps to modify an existing password for the device.

Canceling password protection

How to disable the password protection feature.

Forgotten password?

Guidance on what to do if the device password is forgotten.

Selecting Destinations

Using auto-complete to select a destination

How the auto-complete feature helps in selecting destinations.

Selecting a search area

Procedure for choosing the map area for destination searches.

Enter an Address

Methods for finding locations by specifying city or street details.

Search for POI

Guide to searching for Points of Interest like restaurants or gas stations.

Zagat POIs

Information on using Zagat survey data for POI categories.

By Tapping on the Map

Selecting destinations by interacting directly with the map.

Entering an address

Detailed steps for entering destination addresses by city or street.

Selecting a Point of Interest (POI) Destination

Methods for selecting POIs as navigation destinations.

National POIs

How to find POIs of nationwide significance.

POIs in a specified city

Finding POIs within a particular city or region.

POI Direct Access

Using direct access to quickly find pre-selected POI categories.

Select direct access POI categories

Procedure for configuring the direct access POI shortcuts.

Information about the POI

Accessing detailed information, like phone numbers, for POIs.

Zagat POI Information

Viewing detailed Zagat survey results for specific POIs.

Selecting a Destination by Tapping the Map

Using the map interface to pinpoint and select a destination.

My Destinations

Saving a Destination

How to save entered destinations to the Favorites list.

Saving the current location using GPS

Saving the device's current GPS position as a destination.

Saving your home address as a destination

Designating a saved destination as the home address for quick navigation.

Saving a destination with a voice command

Associating voice commands with saved destinations for hands-free navigation.

Selecting a Saved Destination

Methods for selecting destinations from saved lists.

Selecting a destination from the Favorites list

Navigating to destinations previously saved in the Favorites list.

Selecting a destination using a voice command

Initiating navigation to a destination using a stored voice command.

Navigating Homewards

Quickly navigating to the saved home address.

Starting Navigation

Initiating the navigation process and handling GPS reception issues.

Working With Routes

Accessing the Route Planning Window

How to open the window for planning and managing routes.

Entering the starting point

Specifying the initial location for route calculation.

Changing the starting point

Modifying the starting point after it has been initially set.

Entering route points

Adding multiple destinations or waypoints to a route.

Changing the order of route points

Rearranging the sequence of destinations within a planned route.

Managing Routes

Saving, loading, renaming, or deleting planned routes.

Navigation

Starting navigation, calculating routes, and handling GPS signal interruptions.

Viewing the Route Profile

Reviewing and adjusting route calculation settings.

Simulating Routes

Simulating navigation without actual GPS reception.

Viewing a Turn-By-Turn List

Displaying detailed, step-by-step driving directions.

Blocking route sections

Omitting specific road segments from the calculated route.

Removing blocks and using original routes

Reverting blocked route sections to the original calculated path.

Arriving at Your Destination

Notification and display when the destination is reached.

Working With Maps

Map in Preview Mode

Viewing the planned route and destination before starting navigation.

Map in Navigation Mode

The primary map view during active navigation.

Map in Destination Search Mode

Map view used for searching and selecting destinations.

Operating in Destination search mode

Interacting with the map to select destinations and perform actions.

Reality View (Junction View)

Visual representation of complex highway junctions for clearer guidance.

Switching to Navigation Mode

Manually switching from Reality View back to the standard navigation map.

TMC (Traffic Information)

Accessing the TMC (Traffic Information) Window

How to open the window displaying traffic information.

The (TMC) Traffic Message Window

Overview of the traffic message display and its components.

Severity Indicators

Explanation of color codes indicating the impact of traffic events.

Event or Incident Icons

Description of icons used to represent various traffic events.

TMC Detail Window

View detailed information about specific traffic events.

Displaying traffic messages

How to view and interpret traffic reports on the device.

Requesting a route recalculation

How to request a new route to avoid traffic jams or obstructions.

TMC Settings window

Configuration options for the TMC receiver and traffic alerts.

Select Reroute Settings

Setting preferences for automatic or on-request route recalculations.

Specify the type of traffic messages to display

Filtering traffic information to show only desired message types.

Bluetooth (Hands-Free Operation)

Bluetooth HF Phone

Interface for managing Bluetooth phone connections and calls.

Starting Hands-Free Operation

Initial steps to activate and begin using the hands-free feature.

Ending Hands-Free Operation

Procedure for disconnecting the Bluetooth hands-free connection.

Connecting to a Telephone

Steps for pairing and establishing a Bluetooth connection with a mobile phone.

Answering a Call

How to accept or reject incoming calls via the hands-free system.

Making a Call

Methods for initiating phone calls using the device.

Dialing on the mobile phone

Using the device as a hands-free kit even when dialing from the phone.

During a Call

Managing call functions like volume and microphone mute.

Transferring a call from a mobile telephone

Moving an active call between the device and the mobile phone.

Entering numbers

Inputting numbers during an active call, e.g., for phone system connections.

Bringing the navigation software to the foreground

Switching from a call back to the main navigation map view.

Ending a Call

Procedure for terminating an active phone call.

Troubleshooting Bluetooth Operations

Solutions for common problems encountered with Bluetooth connectivity.

Logbook

Starting a recording

Initiating the recording of vehicle mileage and trips.

Stopping the recording

Procedure for ending the recording of vehicle mileage.

Customizing Your NAVIGON 7100

Accessing the Settings Window

How to open the main settings menu for customization.

The Settings Window

Overview of the settings interface for personalizing the device.

POI Settings

Customizing Points of Interest display and direct access categories.

Current Map Settings

Selecting and managing the active navigation map.

Route Profile Settings

Configuring route calculation preferences like speed and route type.

Selecting Options

Navigating through different settings and options.

Viewing information about a setting

Accessing help and detailed explanations for specific settings.

Saving changes

Confirming and saving modified settings.

Discarding changes

Canceling and reverting any changes made to settings.

Legal Notices

NOTICE TO DRIVERS IN CALIFORNIA AND MINNESOTA

Legal warning regarding windshield mounts in specific states.

GPS

UL disclaimer regarding GPS hardware and software performance/reliability.

Technical Data

Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the NAVIGON 7100 device.

Compliance Notice

FCC compliance statement for the device.

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