CoPilot Pocket PC6 - Browser ACER - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Satellite navigation kit
Brand	Acer
Model	CoPilot Pocket PC6
Compatibility	Acer n300, c510, c530
Kit contents	SD memory card (preloaded maps), installation CD-ROM, 2 data CD-ROMs, car charger, car mounting kit, Holux GPS-236 Bluetooth receiver, TMC FM9 cable (optional)
Main functions	GPS navigation with voice guidance, calculated route, points of interest, multiple stop management, route optimization
Connectivity	Bluetooth (for external GPS receiver), SD slot for memory card
Power supply	Car charger (cigarette lighter)
Advanced options	Real-time traffic information via TMC (with optional FM9 cable)
Navigation modes	Navigation (vehicle), Pedestrian, Planning
Destination entry	Address, home/work, favorites, recent, Outlook contact, point of interest, zip code (United Kingdom), map selection, intersection, GPS coordinates, saved route
Installation	Insert the SD card for automatic installation; software and maps preloaded
Support	Acer technical support for hardware failures; CoPilot support for navigation issues (contact details on www.alk.com/acer)
Note	The Acer c510 and c530 models have a built-in GPS receiver; the n300 requires the Holux GPS-236 Bluetooth receiver

Frequently Asked Questions - CoPilot Pocket PC6 ACER

How to install the CoPilot Pocket PC6 kit on my Acer?

Insert the SD memory card containing the software and preloaded maps into the SD slot of your Acer PDA. Installation starts automatically. If not, go to Start > Programs > File Explorer, open the 2577 folder on the card, and run Autorun.

How to connect the Holux GPS-236 Bluetooth GPS receiver?

Activate Bluetooth on your Acer n300 by pressing the Bluetooth icon at the bottom right of the Windows startup screen and select 'Bluetooth Setup'. Turn on the Holux GPS-236 receiver. Launch CoPilot, and after a few seconds, select 'Holux GPSlim236' from the list of Bluetooth devices.

Do the Acer c510 and c530 models need an external GPS receiver?

No, the Acer c510 and c530 models have a built-in GPS receiver. Simply launch CoPilot from Start > Programs and the GPS will be recognized automatically.

How to enter a destination in CoPilot?

On the welcome screen, select 'Go To', then 'New Route'. You can enter an address, a point of interest, an Outlook contact, or choose on the map. After entering the destination, press 'Start' to begin navigation.

Can I use real-time traffic information?

Yes, with the optional TMC FM9 cable. Plug it into the car charger and your PDA. CoPilot will then search for TMC stations to display traffic incidents on your route.

How to optimize a route with multiple stops?

On the 'Go To' screen, select a stop in the list, then in the context menu, choose 'Optimize Stops'. CoPilot will automatically rearrange the order of destinations for a more efficient trip.

What if the software does not start automatically after inserting the SD card?

Go to Start > Programs > File Explorer, navigate to the storage card, open the 2577 folder, and tap Autorun to launch the installation manually.

How to change the language or navigation settings?

From the welcome screen, select 'Settings'. You can customize the language, route options, points of interest alerts, and safety alerts.

Where can I get map updates?

Visit www.alk.com/acer to download map updates and obtain additional information about the CoPilot system.

What to do in case of hardware problem or no GPS signal?

For hardware failures (device, GPS receiver), contact Acer technical support. For navigation issues or map downloads, call the CoPilot support numbers listed in the quick start guide.

USER MANUAL CoPilot Pocket PC6 ACER

CoPilot Pocket PC6

satellite navigation quickstart guide

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CoPilot Satellite Navigation Kit

CoPilot Satellite Navigation Kit for Acer n300, c510 or c530

Your CoPilot kit contains the following:

SD storage card pre-loaded with single region or pan-european maps

1 x installation CD (single region or pan-european)

2 x data CDs

n300 car charger ^1 and n300 car mount kit

c500 series car charger and c500 series car mount kit

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Bluetooth receiver ^+

FM9 cable*

^A Optional accessory ^1 n300 car charger and converter varies between standard GPS and TMC models ^2 Not included with Acer c510 or c530 Note: All images are for illustration purposes and are subject to change.

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Getting Started

Setting up your Acer n300, c510 or c530

Set up your Acer PDA following the instructions as described in the PDA's manual.

Please ensure your Acer PDA's battery is fully charged.

Set the correct date and time on your Acer PDA for optimum performance.

Installing CoPilot on your Acer n300, c510 or c530 CoPilot software and maps is pre-loaded on the CoPilot storage card.

Simply insert the card into the SD card slot of the Acer PDA. Installation will begin automatically.

Follow the on-screen steps:

Safety and license agreement: Select 'I accept'
GPS technology information: Select 'OK'
Installation of the CoPilot Pocket PC application will commence. Select 'Device' as the location to install the CoPilot Pocket PC application. Press 'Install'.

Note: If set-up does not automatically run after inserting the card, select Windows Start > Programs > File Explorer then browse to the storage card and select the "2577" folder and press 'Autorun'.

User Interface and Keys
User Interface and Keys

Acer n300 series

Acer c500 series

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CoPilot user interface

1 Next turn arrow
2 Route ahead highlighted
3 Driver's current position
4 Distance to next turn
5 CoPilot Menu button
6 GPS status indicator

Acer n300/c500 series keys

A Power button
B Today button
C Calendar button
D Messaging button
E Contacts button
F 5-way joystick
G SD memory card slot

GPS Set-up

CoPilot uses Global Positioning Satellites (GPS) to locate your position on a map and to provide turn-by-turn guidance to a destination.

Note: Please see instructions below for Acer n300. Please refer to page 6 for instructions on setting up Acer c510 and c530 devices.

Instructions for Acer n300

It is essential that you connect a Holux GPS-236 Bluetooth receiver with your Acer n300 to obtain a GPS fix so you can enjoy satellite navigation on your device
Press the grey Bluetooth symbol in the bottom right corner of the Windows Start screen and select 'Turn Bluetooth ON' from the pop-up menu. The Bluetooth symbol will turn blue to indicate that it is switched on
If you have the optional GNS FM9 TMC cable, attach it now. Otherwise, proceed to the next step
Switch on your Holux GPS-236 Bluetooth receiver
Launch CoPilot by selecting Windows Start > Programs and then select the 'CoPilot' icon
After several seconds delay, you will be asked in a pop-up screen to select your Bluetooth device. Select 'Holux GPSlim236'.

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GPS Set-up

Instructions for Acer c510 and c530

The Acer c510 and c530 have an integrated GPS receiver which allows you to obtain a GPS fix so you can enjoy satellite navigation on your device.
Launch CoPilot by selecting Windows Start > Programs and then select the 'CoPilot' icon
If you have the optional GNS FM9 TMC cable, attach it now.

Connecting a GNS FM9 TMC cable (By Model) If you have the optional GNS FM9 TMC cable you can receive real-time traffic information via TMC.

The GNS FM9 TMC cable attaches to the n300/c510/c530 car charger which connects to your Acer PDA.

CoPilot will search for TMC channels and report traffic information.

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CoPilot Menus

Take a look at the CoPilot Home Screen

The 'Home' screen is displayed when you first launch CoPilot, or it can be accessed by selecting Menu > Options > Home.

Home screen menu options are:

Going To to enter a destination and receive guidance
Start Demo to view a CoPilot demonstration to see CoPilot navigate to a pre-defined location
Help topics about basics such as entering a destination and GPS setup
Settings to customise advanced Routing options, change Guidance, Map and Language options. Plus, additional settings to enable/disable Points of Interest (POIs) and safety camera alerts
GPS for setting up an integrated/Bluetooth receiver.

CoPilot Menu Button

Press the 'Menu' button to access the following sub-menus:

View allows you to change between a choice of 6 driving views
Trip enables you to enter a new destination, edit an existing destination, add additional destinations and access saved trips.
Mode is used to set CoPilot for Guidance, Walking or Planning purposes
Traffic incidents along your planned route are reported into CoPilot using a TMC data feed (optional)
Options to run the CoPilot demonstration, use the CoPilot Help and Tutorial functions, and read CoPilot license information
Quit CoPilot to close and exit the program.

Navigating to a destination

Navigating to a Destination

Select 'Going To' from the 'Home' screen. In the 'Going To' screen, please press the 'New Trip' button.

The 'Select Stop' screen will be displayed and provides you with several different ways to enter a destination.

Enter an Address
Your Home or Work address
Favourites
Recent places
An Outlook Contact
A Point of Interest

A UK Postcode
Pick a point on a map
Intersection/cross roads
A Latitude/Longitude
Enter a previously Saved Trip

The destination(s) entered for your journey will be displayed in the 'Going To' screen.

You can enter multiple destinations and optimise your journey by selecting a destination in the 'Going To' screen and pressing 'Optimise Stops' from the pop-up menu.

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Once you have finished entering your stops, select 'Start Driving'.

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Acer Support Services

Acer Support Services

Hardware Support

If you experience hardware issues with your system, e.g. problems with the device or the GPS Receiver not acquiring a satellite fix, please contact Acer Technical Support. Details are available in the device QuickStart guide and Acer Warranty booklet.

Navigation Support

For problems relating to CoPilot Navigation, e.g. navigating to a destination or downloading map data, please contact one of the following telephone numbers listed below (see next page).

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Acer Support Services

For more information about CoPilot Navigation and map upgrades visit www.alk.com/acer