GPS-300WE
Quick-Start Guide
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Setup Wizard
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Confirm Time of Day
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Select Language
2
Select Units
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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.
Select Time Zone
GPS-300
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In-Vehicle Installation
Windshield-Mount
Select Mounting Location
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Lock
Unlock
2
Dash-Mount
Install
Mounting
Base
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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.
Display
Angle
Adjustment
Clean dash with supplied alcohol pad.
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Route TMC cable alongside
bottom part of the winshield
Install GPS-300
in Mounting Base
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. In this case
other mounting methods should be used.
Check your local laws before mounting.
Connect
TMC
cable
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Some vehicles have a heat reflective
shield embedded in the windscreen. This
may prevent the unit from getting proper
GPS reception. In this case please use
an external GPS antenna and connect it
to the antenna plug on the back side of
the unit.
Installation of TMC antenna cable to
receive traffic information
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Plan Your First Trip
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Choose
“Plan a Trip”
2
Choose
“Address”
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Enter
Destination
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Choose “Go”
Follow the
On-Screen Prompts
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Loading Media Files
* An SD Memory Card (up to 4GB) is
required for storage of audio files. This
not included with the unit and must b
purchased separately.
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Please use the supplied USB cable.
While connected to the PC the GPS-300
will be automatically charged.
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GPS-300 SD Card
Media Files
Drag and Drop Files
GPS-300 SD Card
Name and Drive Letter
depend on your settings
GPS-300 is compatible with the following music formats:
Audio (Supports ID3 Tags v1 and v2.1-2.3)
• MP3 - 16-bit (VBR/CBR), 44khz, 64kbps up to 320kbps, 2-channel
• WMA - 16-bit, 44khz stereo, 32kbps up to 160kbps (VBR) and
32kbps up to256kbps (CBR), 2-channel
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Unplug From the Computer,
and You’re Finished!
GPS-300
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Syncing Media Files
Requirements
Prepare GPS-300 for Sync
Insert the SD card into the GPS-300’s
SD card slot.
Disconnect the USB cable from the
GPS-300.
• PC running Windows XP service pack 2 or higher.
• Windows Media Player 10 or higher installed on PC.
• Software decoder to play media files with Windows
Media Player.
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• SD card (FAT32 format) with sufficient free space to
hold media files to sync.
• Enter “Settings”menu, go to “USB”
and select “MTP”.
• Use supplied USB cable to connect
the GPS-300 to a PC USB hub.
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When plugging
the cable in for
the first time,
you will see the
following screen
or similar:
Prepare PC for Sync
Select “Manual”to
manually select media
files to sync to device.
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In the Windows
Media Player go
to “Sync”to define
a “Sync List”.
Find Files on PC
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Syncing Media Files
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Select Files
Select the files you wish to sync from the sync list. If necessary, Windows Media Player
will automatically transcode audio files to the format supported by the GPS-300. In order
to do this, the decoder required for the media format must be installed on the PC – this can
be tested by playing the media file using Windows Media Player. If it plays, the decoder is
installed. If it does not play, the decoder must be installed first.
Once you’ve
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selected files to
sync, press the“Start
Sync”button.
Sync Files
Wait for the sync
operation to finish.
Once the sync is
finished, the media
file is on the SD
card. Unplug the
USB connection
to play the media
files on the GPS-300
from the “Music”
menu.
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Finished
GPS-300
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Main Menu
The colour coded menu screen
gives you direct access to the
main functionalities of the
GPS-300. You can easily get back
to the main menu by pushing the
“Source”button on the bottom
right corner of every screen.
Music Menu
(Red Background)
Settings Menu
(Gray Background)
Navigation Menu
(Blue Background)
GPS Signal
Strength Indicator
Remaining Battery
Charge
Time of Day
Using the Audio Player
Choosing “Music” from the
source menu brings up the
“Artists”screen.
Music Menu Example
You can navigate music by Artist,
Album, Genre, Playlist or Song,
using the appropriate button.
Please note that correct ID3 tag
Repeat one/all
Shuffle
Scroll Up/Down
information is required for other
than Song based browsing.
File Display
Options
File Name
GPS-300
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Listening to Audio (Car)
A separate audio cable is not included
with the unit and has to be purchased
separately if required.
Please consult the manual of your
vehicle’s audio system to find out the
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To Audio System
Built-In Speaker
Connect to Audio System
or
correct cable type.
Use Built-In Speaker
2
Plug In for Charging
When Needed
12 VDC
Listening to Audio (out of the car)
Volume
1
Headphone Jack
Connect Headphones
or Ear Buds
Do not use headphones
while driving!
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The installation and use suggestions
provided by the manufacturer may be
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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.
Or Use the Built-In
Speaker
For more information, please consult the
user’s manual online at
GPS-300
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Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM
SOLUTION
Unit does not turn on at all
Charge battery, check UNLOCK switch
Unit does not have a good GPS signal
Make sure the unit has a clear and unobstructed view of the sky If your vehicle
has a heat reflective shield you might have to use an external GPS antenna.
Unit does not have any songs to play
Requires loading to SD card.
Computer sees unit as “MTP Device”
Screen is too bright or too dim
Volume is too low for navigation prompts
Suction cup mount is loose
Screen is loose on mount
Change “USB”preferences in “Settings”menu.
Adjust in “Settings”menu or press rotary wheel on the right side.
Adjust volume using rotary wheel on the right side.
Reposition with moderate force.
Make sure it is securely “clicked” into place on both the bottom and back.
Using a paper clip, press the reset button on the right side of the bottom panel.
Be sure that the media file type is supported by the unit.
Check if TMC antenna cable is correctly plugged-in.
Unit is unresponsive, won’t power off
No audio playback
No TMC reception
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GPS-300 User’s Manual please go to
Temperatures:
Standard operation: –10° C (+14° F) to +55° C (+131° F).
Short period storage: –20° C (–4° F) to +60° C (+140° F).
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Long period storage: 0° C (+32° F) to +25° C (+77° F).
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Declaration of Conformity
We, Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
2, route de Tours
72500 Château du Loir
FRANCE
declare in own responsibility that the product described
in this manual is in compliance with technical standards:
EN 60950-1:2001+A11
EN 55022:1998+A1:2000+A2:2003
EN 55024:1998+A1:2001+A2:2003
EN 61000-3-2:2000
EN 61000-3-3:1995+A1:2001
Please Recycle
2, route de Tours, 72500 Château du Loir, FRANCE
Klaus Lebherz
Harman Consumer Group, Inc.
Chateau du Loir, France. 06/07
©2007 Harman International Industries, Incorporated. All rights reserved
Part No. 950-0209-001
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