FreeWAY SX2 - Gps ModeCom - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	GPS Navigator
Brand	ModeCom
Model	FreeWAY SX2
Operating System	Microsoft Windows CE 6.0
Processor	Mstar MSB2531 800 MHz
RAM	128 MB DDR
Internal Storage	8 GB Flash MLC
Display Size	5.0 inches TFT
Display Resolution	480 x 272 pixels
Touchscreen	Resistive (5-point)
GPS Antenna	Built-in sensitive GPS antenna
Navigation Software	Pre-installed on SD card, runs directly from SD
Video Playback Formats	MP4, ASF, WMV, AVI, DIVX, XVID
Audio Playback Formats	MP3, WMA
Photo Viewing Formats	JPG, BMP, PNG
E-book Format	TXT
Bluetooth	Yes (hands-free calling)
FM Transmitter	Yes
Battery	Built-in rechargeable Li-ion
Charging	Car charger (DC 12-24V, 5V/1.5-2A), AC charger (100-230V, 5V/1.5-2A), USB
Card Slot	microSD/SDHC (supports up to 32GB)
Connectivity	Mini USB 2.0, earphone jack
Package Contents	GPS navigator, car charger, MINI USB cable, user manual, car bracket, car cradle
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C

Frequently Asked Questions - FreeWAY SX2 ModeCom

How do I charge the GPS navigator for the first time?

Use the AC adapter (travel charger) to fully charge the device before first use. Connect the DC part of the adapter to the mini USB port on the left side of the unit, then plug the adapter into a power socket. The red LED indicates charging; it turns blue when fully charged.

How do I insert a microSD card?

Insert the microSD card into the TF card slot located on the side of the device. Ensure the card is oriented correctly and push it in until it clicks. Do not remove the card while the system is navigating or playing media.

How can I reset the device if it freezes?

Use the stylus to press the reset button (labeled 'Reset') on the right side of the machine. This will restart the system. Note that unsaved data may be lost.

How do I connect the GPS to a computer?

Power on the GPS navigator. Connect the mini USB end of the cable to the device and the standard USB end to your computer. The screen will display an interface; enter USB mode. The computer will recognize the device, allowing file transfer.

What video formats are supported?

The GPS navigator supports MP4, ASF, WMV, AVI, DIVX, and XVID video formats. You can play files by copying them to any folder on the memory card and selecting them in the video player.

How do I use the Bluetooth hands-free function?

Pair your mobile phone with the GPS navigator via Bluetooth. Once connected, you can answer and make calls using the device's microphone and speaker. Detailed operations are in the Bluetooth section of the manual.

Can I read e-books on this device?

Yes, the device supports TXT format e-books. Copy your text files to any folder on the memory card, then open the E-Book reader from the main menu to select and read your files.

How do I adjust the volume?

In any media player (video, audio, etc.), click the volume icon on the screen and drag left to decrease or right to increase. You can also adjust volume in the system settings under 'Volume'.

How do I set the time and date?

From the main menu, double-click the date icon at the top of the screen to enter the date setting interface. Alternatively, go to Settings > Time setting to adjust the date and time.

What should I do if the GPS signal is weak or lost?

Ensure you are in an open area away from tall buildings, tunnels, or underground parking. Avoid tinted windows with metallic coating. If signal is still weak, install the device in the 'clear area' under the rear-view mirror. Restarting the device may also help.

USER MANUAL FreeWAY SX2 ModeCom

II. Features and specifications 7

2.1 Main Features 7
2.2 Specification 8

III. Manual instruction 10

3.1 Power supply and charge 10
3.2 Power on/off 12
3.3 Reset system 12
3.4 Use bracket to fix navigator 13
3.5 Stylus 13
3.6 SD/MMC card 14
3.7 Connect with computer 14

IV. Primary function 16

4.1 The main interface and the function 16
4.2 Navigation Function Features and Operation 19
4.3 Video player interface and operation 20
4.4 Audio player interface and operation 24
4.5 Photo viewer interface and operation 27
4.6 E-Book reader interface and operation 30
4.7 Flash interface and operation 36
4.8 Favroite 39
4.9 Games interface and operation 42
4.10 Unit conversion 42
4.11 Calculator 43
4.12 USB setting 43
4.13 Volume setting 44
4.14 Backlight setting 45
4.15 Time setting 46
4.16 Screen calibration 47
4.17 FM transmitter setting 48
4.18 Bluetooth setting and operation description 49
4.19 System information 66
4.20 Language selection 67
4.21 Navi Path 67
4.22 Factory restore 68
4.23 GPS Information 68

Trouble shooting handle and maintenance of GPS 69

Spis treści

Digital map tablet displaying a highway on a green field with navigation controls (no visible text or symbols on the map itself)

User Manual

Welcome to use our GPS navigator

- We reserve the final explanation right on this User's Manual.

- Specifications are subject to change without notice. Sorry for any inconvenience caused!

- Please make a copy of the important data. We assume no responsibility for the data loss.

- This manual has been carefully checked. Please contact our service center when any typing mistake is found.

- Please read the operating instruction carefully and use the accessories only provided by the original factory to avoid any unexpected damage. No warranty will be executed if you are not following the instruction or connecting with the incompatible accessories, we assume no responsibility for any loss and damage caused hereby.

- The electronic navigation data may be not in confor-

mity with the actual transporting marks due to the traffic construction development. Please be sure to comply with the real road condition and follow the traffic rules. Operating and viewing the GPS during driving may cause severe traffic accident. Our company will not be responsible for any loss caused by the unexpected accident.

• Users can update and upgrade software from website at his/her option.
• Any discrepancy between the pictures with real products hereinafter, the real one prevails.
• Use Power adaptor provided with the device or dedicated Modecom charger to avoid trouble. Otherwise it may cause defect or fire.

- Do not tint the window for better GPS signal reception.

- Do not expose this advice directly to the sun light. It may cause over-heating.

- Remodeling or rebuilding of the device may cause defect of functions.

- Do not store or use the device in extremely low or high temperatures, as it may damage it.

- It is not possible to receive the GPS signal in her-mitical area like tunnel or underground parking lot. Also, the GPS signal can be unstable when the vehicle is located beside of tall buildings.

- If front windshield is coated with a reflective layer, glass may be metallised/heated and may jam the GPS signal. In that case, please install the device in “clear area” – i.e. under the rear-view mirror.

Keys and Functions

1. mini USB	Connect to a output adaptor as in- cluded in the accessories or connect to a computer via a USB cable to transfer data (music, videos, photos, etc.)
2. Microphone	Microphone
3. TF card slot	To insert your TF card
4. Earphone Jack	To connect your earphone
5. LED indi-cator	LED indicator
6. Power key	Power ON/OFF
7. Stylus Pen	Stylus Pen
8. Speaker	Speaker
9. Reset	Press to reset the tablet if it freezes or behaves abnormal

I. Product Introduction

1.1 Introduction

Welcome to use the GPS navigator, which is mainly used for navigating and also has the optional function of Bluetooth hands free, video playing, audio playing, FM, photo viewing, and E-Book etc.

1.2 Package

The packing box contains the following accessories, please confirm:

1. GPS navigator
2. Car charger
3. MINI USB cable
4. User's manual
5. Car bracket
6. Car cradle

For the items listed above, please confirm the actual products. If any damage,

Please contact with the distributor or the agent as soon as possible.

The user's manual is only applied to GPS products.

II. Features and specifications

2.1 Main Features

• Operating system: Microsoft Windows CE 6.0

• 5.0" TFT LCD display with resolution of 480*272 pixels

• Hi-Fi stereo earphone and built-in Hi-Fi speaker, volume adjustable

• Button and touch-screen operation
  • Built-in sensitive GPS antenna
• The navigating software could run the SD card directly
• Video format supported: MP4/ASF/WMV/AVI/DIVX/XVID

- Photo format supported: BMP, JPG

• E-book format supported : TXT

- MINI USB port

- Built-in rechargeable Li-battery which can be powered by travel and car charger

2.2 Specification

Processor CPU	Mstar MSB2531 800 MHZ
Operating system	Microsoft Windows CE 6.0
Memory RAM 128 MB DDR
Memory Flash	8 GB Flash MLC
Card reader	micro SD/SDHC (the maximum capacity of TF Card supported reaches to 21GB)
Touch panel	Resistive (5 points)
LCD Size 5” TFT
LCD Resolution 480 x	272 pixels
Keys	Power, Reset
Connectors	mini USB
USB	1x port mini USB 2.0
Audio	A: Built-in high fidelity speakerB: High fidelity stereo earphone
GPS	Cold start, hot start, warm start
Status of the LCD light	When charging, the red light is on; when charge finished, the blue light is on.
Battery	Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery
Car charger DC12-24V	(5V / 1.5-2A)
AC charger 100/230V	(5V / 1.5-2A)
Video player	MP4/ASF/WMV/AVI/DIVX/XVID
Audio player	MP3 and WMA
Photo viewer	E-Album, JPG, BMP, PNG
E-book viewer TXT
System setting	[FM Transmitter] [Screen adjustment] [Default set] [Volume] [Power] [Backlight] [Time and Date] [Language] [Sys Info]
Temperature	Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°CStorage Temperature: -20°C to 60°C
Working humidity range	45% to 80% RH
Storage humidity range	30% to 90% RH
Atmospheric pressure	86KPa to 106KPa

This chapter will give an introduction of the apparent components and basic function of the GPS Navigator and it will help you to be familiar with the basic operation quickly.

III. Manual instruction

3.1 Power supply and charge

If this navigator is first used, please use AV adaptor to fully charge it.

3.1.1 Power supply

There are three types of supplying power: battery, adaptor, USB cable.

GPS navigator uses the Li-battery to supply power when it is not connected with adaptor. The mark 📄 indicate the current electric volume.

GPS navigator uses the external power when it is connected with the adaptor.

GPS navigator uses the USB cable to supply power when the GPS connects to the PC.

[Remark] This machines adopt built-in, unchangeable Lithium battery. At normal condition (if the back light is not so bright), the actual supply hour can be different because of the different way using the navigator. Some function (audio playing, video playing, bright back light) will consume a large power, which will reduce the using hour.

[Note] This machine adopts built-in, unchangeable Lithium battery. In order to avoid fire and burning, please do not poke, bump or take it apart or throw it into fire or water.

3.1.2 Use the travel charger to supply power

When the GPS navigator is first used, please use the AC adaptor to charge it.

1. Connect the DC part of the adaptor with the power

interface at the left side of the unit (The power interface is same as USB interface );

1. The other part connect to the power socket, it supplies power while charging.

[Remark] Red LED indicates it's being charged. Please wait until it is fully charged and don't pull out the adaptor while charging. When it is fully-charged, the LED will turn to Blue. If low battery or no battery, please charge it immediately.

3.1.3 Use the car charger to supply power

1. Connect the DC part of the adaptor with the power interface;
2. The other part connect to the power socket, it supplies power while charging.

Close-up of a cable being inserted into a plug, showing wire routing and a black socket (no text or symbols)

[Note] Please insert the car adaptor after running the car so as not to damage the machine by electricity collision.

3.2 Power on/off

Power on/off is controlled.

3.2.1 Startup

Please check: The battery is enough, or it is connected to external power source;

Please press the button on the top of the unit to boot.

[Note] If bring the unit from one place to another place, please boot until it adapts to the environment. Big humidity fluctuation will make the mainframe short circuited.

3.2.2 Shutdown

Press the button on the top of the unit to turn off, the unit will enter the power saving mode and maintain the last operation status when boot next time.

3.3 Reset system

If the system cannot work, you can reset the system by the following way:

Click the reset key on the right part of the machine to reset the system by using the stylus.

[relative information] : It can be no response in the following condition:

1. The shift between pictures is delayed or stopped.
2. The program select function cannot work normally, such as long time to carry out or cannot be activated.
3. The power button can not work.

[Note] The unsaved data will be lost as you reset the system when the system has no response. Please copy the data every other time.

3.4 Use bracket to fix navigator

When use GPS in the car, you should fix the device to the part of window besides the panel by using the bracket.

Front view of a rectangular navigation device displaying a highway with city skyline background (no text or symbols visible)

[Note] When use the bracket, please take care of the position. Please don't fix the navigator to the position where the driver's sight is being influenced. Please do not lay it aside freely; do not fix it to the air bag, do not lay it on the expand range of the air bag.

3.5 Stylus

The stylus is the tool for you to use your navigator. Please keep it carefully.

1. Single click:
   Singly click the screen with the stylus point.
2. Double click:
   Double click the screen with the stylus point.
3. Drawing:

Click one point and hold to move on the screen.

[Note] Any broken stylus, ball pen or any acute and harsh object will destroy the LCD if you use it to operate the device.

3.6 SD/MMC card

The attached SD/MMC card contains the navigation software, map data and media file. Please insert the card correctly when use it.

[Note] Please do not take out the SD/MMC card when the system is navigating or playing.

[Note]

1. Don't stress or curve the SD/MMC card, avoid loss and bulge.
2. Avoid high temperature or high humidity when use and store the card, don't expose the card directly to sun light, let the card far away from liquid and corrosive material.
3. Please pay attention to the heading when insert the SD/MMC card. If you insert the card improperly, you will damage the card.

3.7 Connect with computer

The device can be connected with the computer through the MINI USB on its left part. You can copy the document between navigator and computer or copy the data from GPS navigator to computer so as to recover the data in GPS when you are in need of them.

1. Please confirm the GPS navigator is power on;
2. Connect the MINI end [ ] of USB cable with the USB port on the left part of GPS device and the normal end [ ] with the Host port on computer.
3. After connecting, the screen will display the interface as below:

Illustration of a USB flash drive with a circular loading control overlay (no text or symbols)

Enter into USB mode indicates it is connected to the PC, the PC can auto recognize new GPS navigation, GPS navigation will stop the current operation and switch into the PC connected interface.,

[Note] Data security: Please copy the data to the outer storage device every time before you update your system data. Our company takes no responsibility to any loss of data.

[Remark] The GPS navigator will stop the operation when it is connected with computer. When it is switched into USB mode, you can take any operation.

[Note] In the process of communication, the following operations will break off the connection with computer, the unfinished data will be lost

1. Pull out the MINI USB cable;
2. Power off
3. Reset the system by using reset button or electric switch.

IV. Primary function

4.1 The main interface and the function

4.1.1 Main menu

Picture 4-1

Click desktop date, as Picture 4-2:

Picture 4-2

Double-click the date icon enter the date setting interface, show in Picture 4-3:

Picture 4-3

Click the top left corner of the interface change the desktop display background, show in Picture 4-4:

Picture 4-4

Click

to enter into navigation map

Click

to open the audio player

Click

to quickly open the desktop application.

4.1.2 Function introduction

Navigation Provide navigation service
Video player	Play ASF,AVI,WMV,3GP,MP4 and FLV formats video files, support progress selection, pause, full screen play
Audio player	Support MP3and WMA formats file formats, support random play, loop play and sequential play
Photo viewer	JPG、BMP and PNG formats photo, support rotate photos, zoom in/out, auto play
E-Book	Txt formats reading, support page selection, folder selection
Game Support game
Bluetooth	This device can answer and make phone after connecting with mobile phone via Bluetooth
Setting	Volume, power, backlight, date and time, battery, backlight, date and time, language, system information
	Open backlight pictures to select the background you like
	Open/close date and time button

This chapter introduces how to use GPS navigation.

4.2 Navigation Function Features and Operation

According to your choice of navigation system, the GPS navigator can make position by GPS satellite signal receiver and display on the navigation map. The system can calculate a best route after setting the destination, which can help users to arrive the destination safely and rapidly.

The system can let you enjoy the individual charm and enjoy your trip by many different ways such as vision map, vivid animation, voice indication, and words indication.

The specific navigation functions are depended on your choice of navigating software. Please refer to the Navigation Software Instruction.

Notes

1. Map information

It is probably that the electronic navigation data is not consistent with the real traffic instructions because of the traffic construction development. Please do comply with the highway condition and the actual traffic rules.

2. Navigation

The navigator offers the route for the reference; determine the route by yourself, the driver may be more familiar with the route than GPS navigator.

3. Receiving signal

Many factors such as high, dense buildings (in the tunnel, between the high building, underground parking, under the trestle), various weather condition, and closure of the satellite will affect the ability to receive signal so as to result in inaccurate position, inefficiency of navigation operation and system function.

4.3 Video player interface and operation

This chapter introduces how to use GPS video player to play video file.

4.3.1 Function features

1. Support MP4/ASF/WMV/AVI/DIVX/XVID file formats video files;

2. Support full screen play, progress selection, file selection;

Before video playing, please copy your video file (MP4/ASF/WMV/AVI/DIVX/XVID formats) copy to any folder in memory card.

4.3.2 Operation methods

Click button in multi-media interface, open video file list interface, as Picture 4-5:

Picture 4-5

Picture 4-6

	Close Close	current folder
	Previous page	Display previous page
	Next page	Display next page
	Video folder name	Display video folder name
	Video name	Display video name

Click selected video enter into video play interface, as Picture 4-7:

Picture 4-7

	Close	Click it to close video player
	Play	It is paused, click it to play
	Next Play next video
	Files list	Click it to switch into video play interface, select your favorite movie(as Picture 4-6)
	Volume	Click it and left move it to decrease system volume; click it and right move to increase volume
	Progress adjustment	Right/left move to adjust progress via stylus, left move to backward, right move to forward
	Brightness adjustment	Right/left move to adjust brightness, left to increase brightness, right to decrease brightness
	Play screen	Full screen play mode, double click to return to normal play mode
	Music name	Display current movie name
	Time Played time/ total time

4.4 Audio player interface and operation

This chapter will introduce how to use GPS audio player to play your favorite music, make it become your portable MP3.

4.4.1 Function features

Audio player support MP3 and WMA formats files; you can set the play order as you like. Before audio player work, please copy your audio files into any folder in another SD card.

4.4.2 Operation methods

1. Click 📄 button to enter into audio play list, as Picture 4-8 shown:

Picture 4-8

Picture 4-9

Function description:

	Close	Click it to close current folder;
	Previous page	Display previous page;
	Next page	Display next page;
ResidentFlash	Audio folder name	Display the audio folder;
DEMO.mp3	Audio name	Display audio name

Click selected audio to enter into audio player interface, as Picture 4-10:

Picture 4-10

	Close Close audio player;
	Turn to back-ground play	Turn to background play
	Previous song	Play previous page;
	Play/Pause	To pause/play, click to play, click again it to play
	Stop Click it to stop playing
	Next song	Click it to play next song;
	Volume indi-cates	Volume adjustment, left move to decrease volume, right move to increase volume;
	Set play order	Order is: loop play, repeat play, and ran-dom play.
	Open play list	Click it to turn to au-dio folder interface, choose your favorite music(as Picture 4-7);
	Progress adjustment	Adjust the play pro-gress right or left via stylus to forward or backward;
	Music name	Display music name
	Time	Display the total time and the played time;

4.5 Photo viewer interface and operation

This chapter introduces how to use GPS photo viewer to view photos.

4.5.1 Function features

1. Support JPG, BMP and PNG formats view;

2. Support photo rotate, photo zoom in/out, automatic play etc.

Before photo view, please copy your photo files into ant folder in memory card.

4.5.2 Operation methods

Click button, enter into photo file list, as Picture 4-11:

Picture 4-11

Picture 4-12

	Close	Click it to close current folder;
	Previous page	Display previous page;
	Next page Display next page;
	Photo folder name	Display photo folder;
	File name Display file name

Click selected photo to enter into photo play interface, as Picture 4-13:

Scenic view of a glacier lake surrounded by greenery and snow-capped mountains (no text or symbols visible)

Picture 4-13

	Close Click it to close photo viewer
	Zoom out Zoom out current photo
	Zoom in Zoom in current photo
	Previous page View previous photo in the same folder
	Next page View next photo in the same folder
	Folder Click it to switch into photo folder interface, select your favorite photo (as Picture 4-13)
	Rotate photo Click it to rotate the picture 90 clockwise
	Full screen Display the photo in full screen
	Automatic play Automatic play the photos from current photo in the same folder
	File name, format Display current photo name and its format

4.6 E-Book reader interface and operation

The chapter introduces how to use GPS e-book reader.

4.6.1 Function features

1. Support TXT format reading
2. Support page selection, and file selection

Before opening the E-Book reading, please copy your text files into any folder in memory card.

4.6.2 Operation methods

Click 📄 button, the folder interface is as below Picture 4-14:

1. E-Book reader as Picture 4-16:

Picture 4-14

Picture 4-15 (text folder interfaces)

	Close Click it to current folder
	Previous page	Display previous page
	Next page Display next page
	E-Book folder name	Display E-Book folder name
	File name Display the file name

1. Click selected file name into E-Book reader, as Picture 4-16:

Picture 4-16 (E-Book reader interface)

	Close	Click it to exit E-Book reader
	Previous page	Read previous page
	Next page Read next page;
	Folder	Click it to switch into current folder interface, select your book; as Picture 4-15
	Font setting	As picture 4-17
	Color setting	As Picture 4-18
	Add bookmark	Need to open the E-Book and selected text
	Open bookmark list	As Picture 4-19

Picture 4-17 (Font setting interface)

	Set the font as bold
	Set the font as normal
	Decrease words size
	Font size indicates
	Increase words size

Picture 4-18 (color setting interface)

	Set color RGB
	Select text color, words color or selected background color
	Decrease/increase the background color, font color and selected back-ground color
	Color preset
	Return to E-Book interface