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| Product Type | Portable Touchscreen Navigation System and A/V Media Player |
| Brand | Harman Kardon |
| Model | GPS 810EU |
| Category | GPS |
| Display | Touchscreen |
| Battery Type | Lithium-polymer |
| Battery Charging Time | At least 6 hours for initial charge |
| Operating Temperature Range | -10°C to 55°C (charging up to 50°C) |
| Audio Formats Supported | MP3, WMA, M4A (with album art) |
| Video Formats Supported | MPEG-4 (AVI), WMV, H.264 (MP4, M4V, 3GP) up to 640x480 |
| Bluetooth | Yes, for hands-free calling (microphone not included) |
| GPS Navigation | Yes, with text-to-speech guidance |
| Traffic Service | TMC traffic information (requires activation and antenna) |
| Text-to-Speech | Announces street names and directions |
| Control Interface | Touchscreen and wireless remote control knob |
| Mounting Options | Fold-flat bracket, adhesive disc for dash (windshield mounting restrictions may apply) |
| Media Storage | SD memory card (not included) |
| Power Source | Vehicle charger (cigarette lighter plug) |
| Safety Features | Navigation disabled during video playback; warnings against driving while operating |
| Maintenance | Clean mounting surfaces with supplied alcohol pads |
| Warranty | Void if device is altered or safety functions disabled |
| Customer Support | Phone: 516.255.4545 (USA); Online: www.guideandplay.com |
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USER MANUAL GPS 810EU HARMAN KARDON
Portable Touchscreen Navigation System and A/V Media Player
Quick-Start Guide
Contents
English Instructions 3

The Harman Kardon® GPS-810 uses a lithium-polymer battery. Under normal operating conditions, the battery will provide superior service with a lifespan that is superior to those of other battery types. Please observe the following guidelines to protect the performance of your GPS-810 and its battery:
Do not operate the unit in ambient temperatures outside the following range: -10°C ( 14°F ) to 55°C ( 131°F ). Do not store the unit even for short periods in ambient temperatures outside the following range: -20°C ( -4°F ) to 60°C ( 140°F ).
Do not store the unit for long periods in ambient temperatures outside the following range: 0°C (32°F) to 25°C (77°F).
The GPS-810 will not charge the battery at temperatures above 50°C (122°F).
Fold-Flat Mounting Bracket
Plastic Adhesive Disc for Dash-Mount
Wireless Remote Control w/Battery
Mounting Disc for Wireless Remote
Alcohol Cleaning Pads for Mounting Surfaces


Before You Begin
1


Charge Battery at Least 6 Hours
2


Unlock Switch
3
Go Outdoors to Obtain GPS Signal Reception

Power On
4

To put the unit in stand by mode, PRESS the power button momentarily.
To turn unit completely off, PRESS and HOLD the power button for 2 seconds.

WARNING: Operation of any feature of this device while driving is dangerous. Do not operate this device while driving. Do not view or operate audio or video modes while driving.
For safety reasons, this device will cease navigation functions when the video mode is enabled. Do not attempt to disable any safety function incorporated in this device. Any alteration of this device may cause serious injury and shall void the warranty.
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GPS-810
Setup Wizard
![graph TD A["1 Select Language"] --> B["2 Select Units"] B --> C["3 Select Time Zone"] C --> D["4 Set Time of Day"] D --> E["5 Finished!"]](/content/2026/05/773462/images/7ca5d7927c4fd3a3e1f93d1ff2189a93a2ffa5b055239ead7ad6663c3b43c77a.jpg)

The geographic information provided by this device serves as a navigational aid only and does not include information pertaining to construction, road closures, speed restrictions, road or traffic conditions, or other circumstances relevant to public safety. The driver must always be aware of the actual road conditions and surroundings, and decide whether or not to follow the information provided by this device. Obey all traffic laws and observe safe driving practices. The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for any inaccurate or incomplete information provided by this device.
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Plan a Trip

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Connecting a Bluetooth Phone*
* A Bluetooth® enabled phone is required operation with GPS-810 calling features. Please read the instructions with your particular phone to determine how to place it into "pairing" or "discovery" mode to set up the connection with GPS-810.

Place your Bluetooth® enabled phone in the "pairing" or "discovery" mode.
From GPS-810 Menu Select "Phone"

The first time you select "Phone" with no previous devices in the memory, the "Cell Phone Setup" screen automatically appears
3)→Press "Search"


GPS-810 will search and retrieve names on all Bluetooth® devices in range
4) Select Phone


GPS-810 will connect to the selected device and then import the Phone Book and Call History
5 Finished!
Now you are ready to place and receive calls!

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Placing and Receiving Calls
You can place and receive calls directly from the screen of GPS-810 once a phone is paired and an external hands-free microphone has been connected (microphone not included).
There are several ways in which to place calls
![graph TD A["Dial by Phone Book"] --> B["W610i"] C["Dial by Call History"] --> B D["Direct Dial from Keypad"] --> B E["Dial Pad"] --> B F["Call History"] --> B G["Redial 18008881111"] --> B H["Source"] --> B I["Dial by Voice"] --> B J["Voice Dial"] --> B K["Manage Connection"] --> B](/content/2026/05/773462/images/bbf28cc4e90e6e5e0c7de646870bfdd34d83be83a89bb647b912c787d0c15274.jpg)
Example: Placing a call from the Phone Book
![graph TD A["Select "Phone Book""] --> B["Select Name to Call"] B --> C["Call is Placed"] C --> D["My Phone: Jennifer Smith 222 999 0000"] D --> E["Hang up when call is finished"]](/content/2026/05/773462/images/6c699ddda56f9b77fc3f6822db31928f9a628b220fe49a2a9b8c8e79d69b956c.jpg)
Example: Receiving an incoming call

Loading Media Files*
* An SD Memory Card is required for storage of audio and video files. This is not included with the unit and must be purchased separately.
![graph TD A["1: Hand Sculpting"] --> B["2: Laptop with USB cable"] B --> C["3: Screen with 'My SD Card (Y:)', 'SD Card Drive Name and Drive Letter depend on your settings'"] C --> D["4: Media Files with 'Our Video' and 'Drag and Drop Files'"] D --> E["5: Unplug From the Computer, and You're Finished!…](/content/2026/05/773462/images/d8d24687bf7998d66b5cf61ab1f9aaa2e9774d8ab33366745f7cbb3fa548b11c.jpg)
GPS-810 is compatible with the following A/V formats:
Audio
• MP3 VBR/CBR (8 - 448 kbps), 8 - 48 kHz, ID3 tags (v1 and v2.1 to v2.3) with album art supported.
• WMA 32 kbps up to 160 kbps (VBR) and 32 kbps up to 256 kbps (CBR), WMA Lossless, WMA Pro, playback up to 48 kHz, DRM 10, ASF tag with album art supported.
• M4A VBR/CBR (8 \~ 320 kbps), 8 \~ 96 kHz sample rate, M4A, MP4 extensions only. M4A tag with album art supported.
Video
- MPEG-4 Max 640x480 with 20 fps with 1 Mbps data rate. ASP profile compatible. AVI extension only. 'DIV3' not supported.
- WMV WMV codecs 7, 8, and 9, and Advanced Profile, DRM 10.
• H.264 Baseline profile only, Max 640x480 with 15 fps with 1 Mbps data rate. M4V, MP4, 3GP extensions only.
Using the Multimedia Player

Main Music Menu Example
![graph TD A["Artists"] --> B["Harman/kardon"] C["Songs"] --> B D["Folders"] --> B E["Albums"] --> B F["Genres"] --> B G["Playlists"] --> B H["Now Playing"] --> B I["Source"] --> B](/content/2026/05/773462/images/b23060df5a795f145e0570522d20ae2c65b01e8814254159114dd3746b43cde5.jpg)
Choosing "Music" from the source menu brings up the Main Music Menu screen. You can select music by Artist, Album, Genre, Playlist or Song, using the appropriate button. Then, navigate through the list to choose your song.

For safety reasons, this device will cease navigation functions when the video mode is enabled. Do not attempt to disable any safety function incorporated in this device. Any alteration of this device may cause serious injury and shall void the warranty.
Video Menu Example

Choosing "Video" from the source menu brings up the "Video" screen. You can view all the video files stored on the SD card and select one to view by pressing that file name.
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In-Vehicle Installation

Do not install this device in any manner that impairs the safe operation of the vehicle. Do not install this device on any airbag panels or in the deployment field of any airbags. Do not place the device on the vehicle's dashboard unsecured. Failure to observe the installation or usage instructions may result in traffic accidents or personal injury.

The installation of this device on the windshield, between the driver and the windshield, or otherwise in any manner that obstructs the driver's clear view of the road or traffic conditions is dangerous and may be prohibited by law. State laws in California and Minnesota (and possibly other states) prohibit the mounting of this device on the windshield, in which case other mounting methods should be used. Check your state and local laws before mounting.
Mounting the Unit
![graph TD A["Select Mounting Location"] --> B["Install Mounting Base"] B --> C["Clean dash with supplied alcohol pad"] C --> D["Display Angle Adjustment"] D --> E["Install GPS-810 in Mounting Base"]](/content/2026/05/773462/images/06e892c9098c0a32d4ca243f087d2348ccc2c4ab9151fb80ac6c561e276f71f5.jpg)
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Mounting the Control Knob
![graph TD A["1 Select Mounting Location"] --> B["2 Install Battery"] B --> C["3 Mount Control Knob Base"] C --> D["4 Attach Control Knob to Base"] D --> E["5 Control knob with attached device"] style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333 style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333 style C fill:#cfc,stroke:#333 style D fill:#fcc…](/content/2026/05/773462/images/b9fd97fa2f045363eb98c78c63538d2d9ea8229456f1d5c1b3c84588c4f61cfa.jpg)
Control Knob Button Operation
![graph TD A["LeftRight"] --> B["Center"] B --> C["Screen Dependent Button Function"] C --> D["Rotate outer ring to move the highlight bar on the active screen"] D --> E["If Left or Right button is held for 2 seconds, outer ring becomes Volume or Brightness adjustment"] E --> F["Press once for Back (S…](/content/2026/05/773462/images/4c717c88c25d688455046d1c97907ba7ac0e3968435b9310b14c683f06b9d14b.jpg)
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Car Connections
![graph TD A["1 Connect to Audio System or Use Built-In Speaker"] --> B["2 Mount and Connect Hands-Free Microphone"] B --> C["3 Plug In for Charging and for Traffic Service"] C --> D["4 Hands-Free Microphone"] D --> E["Audio Output"] style A fill:#f9f,stroke:#333 style B fill:#ccf,stroke:#333 style C…](/content/2026/05/773462/images/5046825ce48732ca63970f43d91c1ccb3f638b95029122fcca5532effce18553.jpg)
Portable Audio
![graph TD A["Connect Headphones or Ear Buds"] --> B["Or Use the Built-In Speaker"] B --> C["Headphone Jack"] C --> D["Do not use headphones while driving!"]](/content/2026/05/773462/images/369167c640d1b86a81b3fa1e35f2cfb65df09a869223ca3ef02e6af17ebd6ff2.jpg)

The installation and use suggestions provided by the manufacturer may be subject to restrictions or limitations by federal, state or local laws. The user should determine whether the installation and use of this device is governed by any law prior to installation or use. For more information, please consult the user's manual online at http://www.guideandplay.com.
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Activate Traffic Service
![graph TD A["1: Go outdoors to obtain GPS signal reception"] --> B["2: While you have GPS reception, choose "Traffic""] B --> C["3: Hand pointing at 'Map' with 'Source' label"]](/content/2026/05/773462/images/a0b2520cc7e6e707dd42437b8a78ec6a1153dccb9018032ef865d47e2c601d5b.jpg)
3
Your GPS 810 will generate a unique ID number
Note: Once the ID number has been generated, it won't change. You can complete this procedure now or later, but the subscription to traffic service begins when the number is generated.
Do NOT Press "Activate" at this time

4
Take your GPS 810 to a location where you have internet access and go to:
http://traffic.guideandplay.com
Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the required information and your GPS 810's unique ID number into the form on the website.
On the internet, go to: http://traffic.guideandplay.com
Enter ID: (Example) 1F92F1CF48AB66609
5

Note: If you've signed up for the 90-day trial subscription, please return to the website to purchase a full subscription when the trial has expired.
6
Enter TMC subscription code from web page, then press "Done"

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Text to Speech Feature
GPS-810 has a feature called "Text to Speech" in which navigation prompts that appear on the screen as text can be configured to be spoken in one of several voices (male or female). You can choose to have only directions announced or both directions and street names. For example, the voice would say: "In 500 feet, turn left on Lincoln Blvd."
![graph TD A["1 Choose "Navigation Settings""] --> B["2 Choose "Voice Settings""] B --> C["3 Choose a voice profile"] C --> D["Finished!"]](/content/2026/05/773462/images/c1b759ace4976c7f8a827289d5b0396544b0440e70d55c858a12080a20b78a41.jpg)
Troubleshooting
| Problem/Symptom Possible Solution | |
| Unit does not turn on at all Charge battery, check UNLOCK switch | |
| Unit does not have a good GPS signal Make sure unit has a clear and unobstructed view of the sky | |
| Unit does not have songs/movies Requires loading to SD card | |
| Computer sees unit as “MTP Device” Change preference in “Settings” menu | |
| Screen is too bright or too dim Adjust in “Settings” menu or press rotary wheel on the right side | |
| Volume is too low for navigation prompts | Adjust volume using rotary wheel on the right side or adjust volume of navigation prompts in Volume Mixer (Settings Menu) |
| Output level is low or distorted when listening to headphones or when using the line output | Increase media player volume in Volume Mixer (Settings Menu) |
| Suction cup mount is loose Reposition with moderate force | |
| Screen is loose on mount Make sure it is securely “clicked” into place on both the bottom and back | |
| Unit is unresponsive, won’t power off Using a paper clip, press the reset button on the right side of the bottom panel | |
| Unit does not show traffic information | Check antenna connection. Activate service. |
| Unit does not find the Bluetooth® phone or device | Ensure the device is enabled for “discovery” or “pairing”. |
| Remote control knob is unresponsive Try pressing the top, center and right buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds, then turn the outer ring until the highlight bar moves. If the control knob is still unresponsive, try a fresh CR2032 type battery. | |
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
For customer and technical support, call
516.255.4545 (USA only).
Download the complete GPS-810 User's Manual at
www.guideandplay.com.
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250 Crossways Park Drive, Woodbury, New York 11797
www.harmankardon.com
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Harman Kardon is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated, registered in the United States
and/or other countries. Guide + Play is a trademark of Harman International Industries, Incorporated.
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