Quick Start Guide

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VantagePoint™ PC Application Software for Magellan® GPS Receivers

Overview Magellan® VantagePoint™ software application enables GPS users to view maps, points of interests (POIs), and customize their user-created data on a PC. You can create waypoints and geocaches, load maps, POIs, waypoints, geocaches, routes, tracks, add notes, photos and audio recordings of your journeys and view all data on the map in VantagePoint. Search function allows users to search for POIs and user-created data on your map to help plan a trip. The Route Planning feature (Planner tab) helps map an upcoming hike, geocaching trip or other adventure, while the Track Analysis tool (Library tab) can playback a user’s experience on a trip to share with others. VantagePoint reminds you of available new software for VantagePoint itself or firmware for your GPS Receiver (see “Supported GPS Receivers” below) when it is available online for you to download*. The Library function (Library tab) helps to organize and store all of your content including Maps, Journal (user generated data), and Media (audio and video). Then VantagePoint can synchronize your user-generated content and transfer those to your GPS Receiver.

Minimum System Requirements for installing VantagePoint:

• OS: Windows 2000, Windows XP, Window Vista • Processor: 1.5 GHz • RAM: 256 MB • Video Card: DirectX 9.0 compatible, with 64 MB of VRAM • HDD: 50 MB free space for installation, more free space required for maps

Supported GPS Receivers:

For more information on VantagePoint, click on the following site:

http://www.magellangps.com/VantagePoint/

VantagePoint will automatically supply firmware update notification and facilitate download and installation. *Internet connection required.

Quick Start Guide

Installation Magellan VantagePoint™ Software is downloaded by clicking on the link to the product page, contained in the CD included in the GPS package. Close all applications including your web browser before starting installation of VantagePoint. Follow the instructions to install:

1. Click onto MVP. exe icon, the VantagePoint Installation Wizard will appear.

2. To continue installation, click Next.

3. Read the license agreement. If you accept the terms of the agreement, click Yes.

4. Choose destination for files, click Next.

5. If the installation is successful, an InstallShield Wizard Complete window is displayed. Click Finish.

6. When the installation of VantagePoint is complete it should create icon on the desktop. The VantagePoint application is installed in the folder c:\All Programs\Magellan\VantagePoint

Launch VantagePoint™ The following instructions will help you launch VantagePoint™ Software. You can launch VantagePoint by

double clicking the icon on your desktop OR from Start\All Programs\Magellan\VantagePoint. When you open VantagePoint the following screen will appear:

Next, you will see a screen for creating a folder in your PC for all your GPS-related files. Click Create and VantagePoint will create a folder called “My GPS” in My Documents folder.

When My GPS folder is created in your PC, it will prompt you for login to register. If you do not wish to register at this time, click on “I will log in next time, …”

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Using VantagePoint The following Quick Start instructions are intended for use by compatible GPS receivers (see p1 “Supported GPS Receivers”).

QUICK START The following is an outline of the basic steps to start using VantagePoint with your GPS Receiver:

Startup

1. Start VantagePoint (VP) application program by clicking on the Icon on your PC Desktop.

2. When the VP program is open, click on the Icon in the upper left-hand corner of the screen, then press Open.

3. With the Map Tab open, select the VP settings, (Area, Measure Units, North Reference, Coordinate System), etc.

4. With VantagePoint setup completed, you are ready to create waypoints and routes.

Select a Map

The following steps help you select a Background or Detailed Map:

1. Click on the (Map tab) in the Main Window. Now the Map Tools are active.

2. Open the lower Left-Panel by clicking on the (top icon).

3. Click on the Browse Maps ribbon in the Left Panel. Select a Background Map or Detailed Map (Detailed Maps are available at MagellanGPS.com for purchase).

4. The available maps will be displayed in the Left Panel window. Click on the +

(plus) box and change to a – (minus) . Now the Background Map is activated. Repeat this step to activate a Detailed Map.

Create a Waypoint

A waypoint is a set of coordinates. On land or at sea, these waypoints can mark a location and you can return to that exact location later. Set waypoints for your home and a few other key locations. Familiar waypoints shown on a map make it easier to stay oriented and mark your route when you travel. There are three ways to create waypoints: Thru Map tab, Library tab, or Planner tab. The instructions below “Create a Route”, show how to create waypoints on a map.

To create a waypoint using Library tab, use the following instructions:

1. Click on the Library tab in VantagePoint and under the option you will see (Waypoint Icon).

2. Click on this Waypoint Icon and view the screen below:

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3. Click on the New Waypoint at the bottom of the dialog box. The following dialog box appears:

4. Enter fields: Name, Location (Lat/Lon), Comments, and add Icon and Media if you wish.

Note: Use VantagePoint Map tab, lower Status Bar to find Lat/Lon coordinates for your waypoint location. Then replace the “0s” in the “Location” dialog box with the coordinate numbers.

5. After entering the fields data, click on the Save button and save new Waypoint.

6. The Waypoints you create can be transferred to your GPS.

Create a Route

Creating a route is like “connect the dots” pictures; you place dots (waypoints) on a map, then connect the dots with a line (route). Two or more waypoints can become your route from starting point to destination. A simple day-trip, single-leg route may be best for learning to use VantagePoint and your GPS receiver. Advanced GPS users can plan and navigate complex routes.

1. Select Map Tab in VantagePoint and choose a map that shows the area you are interested in. If the Background map that comes with your VantagePoint does not show the area you will be exploring, you may have to purchase a Detailed Map. Detailed Maps are available from MagellanGPS.com or from your local retailer.

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2. Click on (Map tool) and select Waypoints.

3. Select (Planner tab) to mark your new route.

4. Click on (Create tool), now your Mouse pointer has a special tip.

5. Locate your special mouse tip on the map where you want your waypoint (starting point) and left-click on your mouse.

6. Move the mouse pointer (without lifting) to your destination point on the map and left-click the-mouse button. Immediately right-click the mouse button to terminate the route marker.

7. Now you have a marked Route and a Route dialog box with Start and Finish points.

8. Click on Calculate to obtain the route distance.

9. Click on Save to complete the Route creation.

Note: The Route dialog box contains Start and Finish waypoints and distance of travel. Transfer/Export the Route and waypoints to your GPS for your trip.

Create a Point of Interest (POI)

A Point of Interest is a location on a map. These locations can be restaurants, gas stations, parks, etc. There are two ways to create POIs: Thru Map tab or Library tab. For using Map tab, see instructions for “Create a Route”, and select POIs.

To create a POI thru Library tab, use the following instructions:

1. Click on the Library tab in VantagePoint and under the option you will see (POI Icon).

2. Click on this POI Icon and view the screen below:

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3. Click on the New My POI at the bottom of the dialog box. The following dialog box appears:

4. Enter fields: Name, Location (Lat/Lon), Description and add Media if you wish.

Note: Use VantagePoint Map tab, lower Status Bar to find Lat/Lon coordinates for your POI location. Then replace the “0s” in the “Location” dialog box with the coordinate numbers.

5. After entering the fields data, click on the Category and a drop-down box offers some common categories. Select one, then save new POI.

6. The POIs you create can be transferred to your GPS.

Create a Geocache

A GPS receiver and a hunger for adventure are all you need for a high-tech treasure hunt. Use your VantagePoint application software to create a “cache” or treasure hunt. Then store the geocache information in your MyGPS folder of your PC. To create a geocache with VantagePoint, use the following instructions:

1. Click on the Map tab in VantagePoint and select the map you will use.

2. Click on (Map tool) and select Geocache.

3. Set your Map region and Preferences.

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4. To place the geocache directly on a map, use the ( push pin icon).

5. If you already know the coordinates and do not need to use the map, click on Library tab.

6. Click on (Geocache icon), the following New Geocache dialog box opens, see below.

7. Enter fields: Cache ID, Name, Location (Lat/Lon), etc., and add Media if you wish.

Note: Use VantagePoint Map tab, lower Status Bar to find Lat/Lon coordinates for your waypoint location. Then replace the “0s” in the Location dialog box with the coordinates.

8. After entering the fields data, click on the Save button to store your information.

7. The Geocaches you create can be transferred to your GPS receiver.

VantagePoint Software Update

To update VantagePoint software follow the instructions below:

1. Click on Connect tab in VantagePoint.

2. Click on the (Update tool).

3. Select on VantagePoint Update.

4. If there is a software version update available, you will get an automatic update.

5. If you already have the current software version, you will see:

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GPS Firmware Updates

There are two ways to update your GPS firmware, automatic update when you connect to VantagePoint or manual update using Connect tab and “GPS Update”. For auto update with VantagePoint, follow the instructions below:

1. Click on the MyGPS tab in VantagePoint. Connect GPS to VantagePoint using the USB cable.

2. Turn ON your GPS receiver.

3. When your GPS screen indicates USB Connection and the following screen appears in VantagePoint, you are ready for automatic firmware update:

4. The Left-Panel MyGPS window lists the “Firmware Version”.

For manual firmware update in VantagePoint, follow these instructions:

1. Click on the (Connect tab) in VantagePoint.

2. Click on the (Update tool) in VantagePoint.

3. Click on VantagePoint Update, GPS Update or Update All.

4. If there is an update available, follow the instructions to update.

5. If you already have the current firmware or software you will see the following:

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Protect Functions for Firmware Update

Prior to starting firmware update, an automatic GPS data backup is performed. This is an insurance against data loss in case of GPS to VantagePoint disconnection. If there is a disconnection, the “Restore” function will replace the lost data. The data backup should include all user data such as waypoints, POIs, etc. After VantagePoint completes the backup, a confirmation popup is displayed. There are Protect Tools in the MyGPS tab menu to support recovery of user data, see below:

If any error occurs during backup, an error popup will be displayed. Select the “Yes” button to proceed with the firmware installation. Selecting “No” button will abort.

Restore Option

“Restore” button is part of the “Protect” menu under MyGPS tab. When user selects the “Restore” button, VantagePoint starts to restore GPS data (waypoints, POIs, etc.) from the previously saved location and displays a status bar popup. After VantagePoint completes the user data restore backup, a confirmation is displayed. If any error occurs during restore, an error popup will be displayed.

Transfer Background and POI Maps to GPS

To connect and transfer map data in VantagePoint, follow the instructions below:

1. Click on the MyGPS tab in VantagePoint.

2. Connect GPS to VP using the USB cable.

3. Turn ON your GPS receiver.

4. When you see “Checking Media” and “Unit in USB File Transfer Mode” you

are ready to transfer map data.

5. Click on the Browse tool in VantagePoint, see Transfer Maps dia box below.

6. Click on an item in either VantagePoint or your GPS window to transfer. Now

the (Transfer Arrow) activates.

7. Click on an item to delete and (Delete Icon) activates.

8. Click on either Transfer or Delete Icon and proceed to transfer or delete.

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9. For large map data files, allow several minutes to transfer.

Export Objects to GPS

To export Objects to your GPS, use the following instructions:

1. Click on the Library tab in VP.

2. Click on the Export tool in Exchange.

3. The following Dialog box opens up:

4. Select Object in box and click on Next.

5. Click on Finish to complete export.

Import Objects to VantagePoint

To Import objects into VP from MyGPS folder in your PC, follow these instructions:

1. Click on the Library tab in VP.

2. Click on Exchange tool, the following Dialog box opens up:

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3. Select Objects to be Imported.

4. Click on Next in the lower panel of the Import Wizard.

5. In the next Import Wizard box, select the File Type.

6. To complete Import, click Finish. User Interface Major Elements Main Window After launching VantagePoint, the Main Window opens and displays the user interface with a Background Map*. The user interface is intuitive and easy to use, see the following Main Window for Tabs and Toolbars:

Tabs

Toolbar

Map Manipulator

Left Panel

Map Window

Status Bar

The major elements of the screen and their function are as follows:

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Tabs – Tabs are task-menus

Toolbar – Tools for each Tab

Left Panel – Selecting Map or Planner opens the Left Panel options

Map Manipulator – View the Map Manipulator by scrolling over it

Map Window – The Background map will display automatically

Status Bar – Current selected functions are indicated on the Status Bar

Vertical Profile – Optional feature when working with a Magellan Topo Map and user clicks on street or Track. The Vertical Profile is located on lower-right corner and is partially hidden until mouse pointer hovers over it.

*A “Background Map” contains only major roads and landmarks, intended for areas where you haven’t loaded a detailed map into your GPS device.

File Menu The File Menu allows you to open maps and other files or Print the map window’s current display.

To open the File Menu, click on the VP Icon and select one of the following:

Open Add maps or user data files to VantagePoint from your GPS Receiver, SD Programmer or your PC hard drive.

Save Save data files

Load GPX File to My GPS

Load GPX file to GPS if Magellan Triton is connected to PC

Print Send the image displayed in the Map Viewer to printer.

Print Preview Preview the page that will be printed Search Click on Search, upper-right side of the screen, a dialog box opens up allowing you to input or refine search criteria and to view Search Results. In the default Search window, All finds addresses, POIs, coordinates, geocaches and other searchable map objects with a single search input:

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In the Search for field, enter the name of the object you are searching for and press the Search button. Results window displays the list of objects found according to your query. The Results are listed in the Addresses tab for addresses, in the POIs tab if POIs, and in the User Data tab if Journal items like waypoints, routes, track, or geocaches. These tabs are located at the bottom of Search dialog. Click on the object to view it in the Map window. The selected object is marked by a balloon on the map and the map view will re-center to this object. You can switch to advanced POI, Geocache, or Address searches at the top of Search window.

Style

The (Style button), next to Search tab, allows you to change the frame color:

About VantagePoint

The button will reveal the VantagePoint software version and copyright information:

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Map Tab The Map Tab is used to view maps, manipulate the viewing parameters, and adjust geographic coordinates. The row below the Map Menu contains the Tools for editing a map:

Tools

• Map – View Tool turns ON/OFF functions

– Region Zoom for maps or other items

• Preference – Set measure units (Meters, Feet, etc.)

– Set coordinate systems

– Set North references (true north or magnetic) for a map

• Map Tools – Use the mouse pointer to select each map function

– Create waypoints or geocaches

– Pan, Measure Distance, Zoom in or Zoom out

Browse Maps The Left Panel Browser allows the user to quickly view maps and turn ON or OFF. Available maps are organized into standard map groups with unique icons to differentiate, see below:

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Map Types The map icons below show the types of map that can be loaded into VantagePoint. The first is a “Background” map which is a default map intended to be used for areas where you haven’t loaded a detailed map with data. The other maps types are Outdoor Maps, Street Maps, and Marine maps, all of which show lots of detailed information:

Map Manipulator The Map Manipulator is for orienting and navigating a map. On the right side of the screen is partially hidden until you scroll over it with the mouse pointer, allowing full view of the Manipulator and operation of functions.

Quick Start Guide

• Manipulator

– Scroll (Linear, 4-way): Click on the outer arrows to move the map view.

– Spin (Rotate): Click on the inner arrows to rotate the map display.

– Tilt: Click and hold the mouse on center moveball; move up to tilt the map to 3D perspective view; move down to return to 2D view.

– Zoom: Click on magnifier to zoom in (+) or zoom out (-) of the map view.

– Snapshot: Save current viewing parameters and available regions

– View Snapshot: Return to a Saved Region at a later time.

• The buttons N and 2D tools return the map back to North up and/or 2D view.

Library Tab The Library Tab is used to view, organize and store map data and to Import or Export to GPS. Journal tools can create waypoints, geocaches, or POIs. The icons below are used to select the individual functions:

Tools

• Library/Browse

– Browse Maps or POIs

• Library/Journal – Create Waypoints – Create Geocaches – Tracks/Trails – Routes – Create POIs

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• Library/Media

– View, add, delete Media

• Library/Exchange – Import Files – Export Files

Planner Tab The route Planning Tab helps map an upcoming hike or adventure. Use the tools below to create a route with waypoints and points of interest:

Tools

• The Planner feature allows the user to create routes, starting by clicking Create tool icon.

– Add points by clicking on the map

– Drag and Drop search results from Search window

• If a Street Map is active, the user can calculate a route based on preferred routing method and receive maneuvers and turn-by-turn directions

• The Caches Along a Route Feature will find all local geocaches that exist in your VantagePoint Library.

• The Preferences item allows the user to define preferred routing method

Connect Tab The Connect Tab allows the user to connect to MagellanGPS.com.

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Tools

• My Magellan

– Create or Login My Magellan Account, View Support

– Visit MagellanGPS.com

– Update VantagePoint and/or GPS Receiver firmware

My GPS Tab The My GPS Tab allows the user to view their connected GPS and transfer map and user data to/from Triton GPS.

Tools

• Sync

– Synchronize user generated data

– Transfer user generated data

• Protect – Backup Data

– Restore Data

• Connectivity – Electronic disconnect

– Electronic reconnect

• Browse – Transfer maps

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Connecting Your Triton GPS Receiver to Your PC Before connecting to your PC, perform the following steps on your Triton GPS:

In Triton GPS 1. Press the MENU button on the GPS

2. Select VIEW on the Menu

3. Select SETTINGS in the “View” window

4. In the “Settings” window on the GPS, select CONNECTIVITY

5. Select VantagePoint from the drop-down screen

6. Connect USB Cable from Triton to PC

Note: You should have an appropriate PC driver installed for Triton connection on PC when installing VantagePoint. Triton CD-ROM includes the PC driver for you to update if necessary.

On PC 1. Run VantagePoint on your PC

2. In VantagePoint, click on My GPS on the Left Panel

My GPS Left Panel Set your Triton GPS to VantagePoint connectivity mode (in Triton, press View > Settings > Connectivity, and select VantagePoint in drop-down menu) for VantagePoint to communicate with your Triton device. Click My GPS ribbon at the bottom of Left Panel. When the connection is completed, your Triton device information will display on Left Panel window, see MyGPS LP window below:

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Detailed Maps

Compatible GPS maps can be loaded into a GPS receiver Compatible maps that can be installed in your VantagePoint Application Program can also be transferred to your GPS receiver. Maps, waypoints, routes and tracks, can also be downloaded to a GPS receiver. You can purchase maps or map POIs from MagellanGPS.com.

Magellan Maps and more information at:

http://www.magellangps.com/products/software.asp

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