GPS-navigator is very necessary when traveling on unfamiliar terrain. Use the device easily, head right to place it on the front of the car and adjust.
Before using read the instruction that comes with the navigator. It can be a paper or digital.
Then check the device elements and find out their purpose. Check out the nutrition, on, off. Adjust the navigation modes, and see additional options.
Types and Options
Car navigator helps navigate the transport arrangement. GPS-satellites transmit signals to the machine in real time. All such equipment is divided into the following types:
- Built. Externally similar to radio and integrated on-board machine system.
- Removable. Installed on a special bracket and connected via the cigarette lighter.
In a typical kit includes:
- Stand with suction cup;
- cable connection to the cigarette lighter;
- battery for the autonomous operation.
Software and Functions
Installing the software depends on the browser functionality. In most models, the software pre-installed, but it must be activated before use.
Program for navigators create SitiGid, Navitel, navigator, iGo, Progorod. The most commonly used software from SitiGid and Navitel.
you can select the navigation program in some models, which can be supplemented with new map objects. These may be signs permitted turns and places traffic jams.
How do you know that there are programs in the Navigator function selection:
- in the menu select the command "The path to the software" or "navigation path";
- after you have selected in the case of such a function it will be written that can be connected to the unit microSD card.
Navigators program ensure accuracy of 1 to 2 meters of the location, determining the optimal path of movement corrected data when changing directions. In addition, the device tells you where you can drive around the obstacle and calculates the length of the route, along with the calculation of travel time.
Selecting a location
For a comfortable ride with the navigator, you must take into account the rules for its installation. It is also important for safety driving. Device Location needs to be selected for personal convenience. But remember that with proper installation of the device:
- reserves as open review;
- It does not cover the built-in antenna;
- prevents glare on the display;
- It provides easy control over the route.
connection
In the car navigation equipment is connected via the cigarette lighter. But it can work independently of the built-in battery. When installing, make sure that in the end had access to the memory slots. To connect, perform the following steps:
- Remove the trim elements to gain access to the cables. They connects the navigation device.
- Remove the front panel of the console.
- Set the GPS-antenna so that plastic and glass does not block the signal received. Derive her cable to connect the display.
- Connect the main navigation unit. To connect using a few wires. Install the unit difficult, so watch the video with instructions.
- Route the cable from the antenna and the monitor to the unit installation site. The unit can also be installed in a niche movie player.
- Reinstall the center console, the lever cover and the gearbox.
- Consistently connect the antenna cable, and monitor the network.
If in the car there is a panel for the monitor, drill the holes for wires. If not - buy a mount in the form of a suction cup and place the navigator on the windshield. For this case, the batteries need.
It is important to adjust the gyroscope horizontally. Ask him a position perpendicular to the ground.
Activation
Before activation can extend the functionality of browser and enter your card. You will need a computer with internet.
You will need to visit the manufacturer's website, create an account and log in the profile. Then activate the license code from the packaging of the disc. After that, the e-mail comes activation key, which will need to enter the Navigator.
If done correctly, you will see a message about the successful activation.
Start using
To start using the GPS-device, you need to:
- Select the installation location in the cabin.
- Activate the navigation system.
- Connect the power supply.
- Enable and configure: enter in the time zone, the origin and units of measure system. Turn off the unwanted types of roads in the "Navigation - Car - Route selection - Detours."
navigation Options
At this stage the type of card, the rotation direction of the car, the display mode of the machine on the road, the route and duration of unnecessary objects on the map.
Customize cards made through the menu "Navigation"And"Cardsยป. To configure the display mode of the auto login using the menu in the tab "Car"And"attraction"They choose the optimum value of 50 meters.
Setting route
The route is laid in several ways:
- by the address;
- on the map;
- the coordinates;
- Waypoint.
You can select the next routes on the map or the menu to store your own. After selecting and specifying the destination navigation route considering the desired parameters. It can be corrected by specifying additional point.
GPS-navigator - one of the most essential tools for the machine. It helps to navigate the terrain, to build the shortest path and avoid obstacles. Each browser has a standard function.
allocated "Navitel" and "SitiGid" Among the most popular manufacturers. When choosing also pay attention to the type of attachment - it should be suitable for your machine.
