How to Use a Map-Based GPS Car Navigation System

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:UseMapBasedGPSCarNavigationSystem
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How to Use a Map-Based GPS Car Navigation System

Introduction

One type of GPS (Global Positioning System) navigation system involves a monitor that displays a map; the other kind uses voice recognition and a text display of the street you're on. These instructions are for an Alpine map-based system.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Select a Known Destination

Steps

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Step One

Read the instructions that come with the product.
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Step Two

Turn on the car's ignition.
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Step Three

Turn on the navigation system. A disclaimer will appear on the screen.
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Step Four

Press Enter on the remote to remove the disclaimer.
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Step Five

Press the Menu button on the remote.
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Step Six

Using the Up and Down keys on the remote control, select how you want the system to find your route. When the selection is highlighted, push Enter on the remote control. A new screen appears with a list of selections.
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Step Seven

Using the Up and Down keys, choose a site for your destination, and press Enter. A map appears, and the system calculates the route.
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Step Eight

Listen to the voice prompting you to begin the trip. A map of the route appears on screen. As you approach a turn, the screen changes to a turning screen. The name of the street to turn on appears at the top of the screen; the name of the street you are traveling on appears at the bottom of the screen. An arrow shows which way to turn, and a voice prompts you to turn.
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Step Nine

Make the turn. Proceed to next turn when the system prompts you via voice and map.

Select Route by Point of Interest

Steps

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Step One

When you are in the Destination menu, select Advanced Category. A new screen appears with letters.
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Step Two

Select the letters that spell out your interest - for example, "hockey" - using the remote control.
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Step Three

Press Enter. A new screen appears with a list of sites related to the interest you spelled out.
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Step Four

Scroll the list to find your desired destination. When it is highlighted, press Enter. A map appears, and the system calculates a route. Its voice prompts you to proceed.

Overall Things You'll Need

  • Handheld GPS Navigation System
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