Dash Express, Getting Started Manual

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Page 2: ...audio Tap 1J1 to adjust volume or mute the audio Tap 1J1 twice to mute mute A solid red light indicates the device is muted menu Tap 811 to display the main menu Tap it again to return to the map powe...

Page 3: ...teps 3 Step 1 Pick a Destination 4 Step 2 Pick a Route 4 Step 3 Go 4 9 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 9 Support 10 Switch between 2d 3d views k Zoom in Touch top banner to see a turn by turn directio...

Page 4: ...irtually anything and drive right to it Connect to Yahoo Local search to find unlimited points of interest people places products and services based on your specific needs Eliminate the hassle no typi...

Page 5: ...GPS satellites longer if the car is moving After powering on the Dash Express read and accept the Dash Service agreement and warning notice tip Plug your Dash Express into the wall AC charger and cha...

Page 6: ...ected to the Internet use YahooI Local search to pick a destination choose a destination Type the address of your destination Later you ll pick a destination from your address book favorites or recent...

Page 7: ...hes Create customized search buttons on MyDash for the places you want to go and send them to your Dash Express There are three ways to access your Saved Searches on the device tap III search browse o...

Page 8: ...your route on nearby highways as well as on minor roads Zoom in to see traffic details on local streets Green Orang Red Gray _W Normal free flowing Slightly congested Moderately congested Heavily con...

Page 9: ...or another search type your request touch search select nearby if within a 20 mile radius touch selection save Use Send2Car to send addresses to your Dash Express from http my dash net To view address...

Page 10: ...The Dash Express connects automatically to any open Wi Fi network To verify your connection status tap settings system information Note Wi Fi is not available in some areas To connect to a secure Wi F...

Page 11: ...car adapter 2 Press and hold the power button for 8 seconds This restarts the Dash Express The Dash Express doesn t power on Ensure the device is securely fitted into its mount Ensure the 12v adapter...

Page 12: ...If it is broken a new fuse may be purchased at your local electronics store If the device is still not powering on try resetting the device see previous page Support Need some help Dash online suppor...

Page 13: ...to provide you With route suggestions We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the route navigation Information road conditions traffic congestion weather conditions or other factors that may affect c afet...

Page 14: ...NTY DISCLAIMERS EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH ABOVE IN THIS DASH EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY DASH EXPRESSLY DIS CLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES WHETHER STATUTORY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ALL WAR R...

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Page 18: ...Dash Express Alcohol Cleansing g Pad a o o I g Alcohol wipe Mounting arm and cradle Mounting arm extension and wrench optional Car 12v power adapter Dashboard mounting disk if mounting to dashboard...

Page 19: ...by the driver To extend mounting arm length see step 3 a Windshield b Dashboard CAUTION California and Minnesota state laws prohibit drivers from mounting objects on their windshields Never mount your...

Page 20: ...s what you ll need if you want to extend the length of the mounting arm Remove cradle from mounting arm by loosening wing nut Mounting arm and cradle Loosen arm extension with wrench separate the two...

Page 21: ...dry before attaching mount to windshield Position mount so Dash Express or its cradle will rest on dashboard CD With locking clip parallel to suction cup place suction cup against windshield Push fir...

Page 22: ...very difficult to remove mounting disk from dashboard once installed CD When you are sure about placement attach mounting disk to dashboard Press and hold for 30 seconds Let disk set for at least 20...

Page 23: ...Plug the car power adapter into the mounting arm cradle Slide your Dash Express into mounting arm cradle Be sure device rests on dashboard...

Page 24: ...o car s 12v outlet Your Dash Express will turn on automatically when you start your car The first time the device turns on allow 5 10 minutes for it to acquire GPS data To turn your device off on manu...

Page 25: ...o set up your MyDash account at my dash net and experience the power and convenience of the Dash Service Just enter your Dash Device Number see card attached to the cover of this guide then pick a use...

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Page 29: ...word You re now set to Visit my dash net E J Z Send addresses wirelessly to your car O Get the world s best traffic Info tailored to you Customize your Dash device experience Access support FAQs tips...

Page 30: ...welcome getting started Dash features troubleshooting safety warranty dashexpress user guide www dash net...

Page 31: ...on 12v outlet audio Tap to adjust volume or mute the audio Tap twice to mute status A solid red light indicates the device is muted When the device resumes suspends the red light blinks menu Tap to d...

Page 32: ...Safety Warranty Important safety notices 20 Limited warranty 21 welcome getting started Dash features troubleshooting safety warranty contents Direction of next turn Distance to next turn Street name...

Page 33: ...it Connect to Yahoo Local search and other sites you trust to nd unlimited points of interest people places products and services based on your speci c needs Eliminate the hassle no typing required S...

Page 34: ...utes the rst time you turn on the Dash Express for it to receive information from GPS satellites longer if the car is moving tip Plug your Dash Express into the wall AC charger and charge the battery...

Page 35: ...using business names place names descriptions or keywords such as sushi library hotel etc s search not connected When the Dash Express is not connected to the Internet browse destinations in the inte...

Page 36: ...ach route shows the estimated travel time and distance The route that is highlighted displays color coded traf c information The alternate routes are shown in different colors Touch a different route...

Page 37: ...anner to display turn by turn directions for your current route as well as the distance and estimated time for each turn Also access your destination address card from this view s Time travel info tri...

Page 38: ...s to your Dash Express Just enter an address at MyDash or highlight it in your Internet browser or in Microsoft Of ce Outlook and send it directly to your car using the plug in installed from MyDash s...

Page 39: ...ther Dash users Want to keep all your child s baseball elds in one place on your device Create a MyList Want to share your opinion on the best restaurants in town Create a MyList and share it with the...

Page 40: ...sh drivers every few minutes You can view the most current traf c information on your route on nearby highways as well as on minor roads Solid lines show traf c conditions based on live traf c data pr...

Page 41: ...oad Sometimes you may be prompted to accept a download via an onscreen message Make sure you are connected to an external power supply before you install a software update Once the software has instal...

Page 42: ...es in another state or city or if you have begun routing to a destination near my destination 2 Search results are displayed in the Yahoo default sort order Touch sort to customize the order of your s...

Page 43: ...ent and comprehensive data prices movies and show times and more If you prefer to search Yahoo Local enter a keyword that is the plural singular version of the Dash created category and then touch sea...

Page 44: ...d for your current location Managing Addresses Touch buttons at the bottom of any saved Address Card and follow the prompts to delete or rename an address Touch map it to view your address on a map To...

Page 45: ...r preferred wireless home network s The device comes con gured to connect to any open Wi Fi network s System information Provides details about your Dash Express which you may need for troubleshooting...

Page 46: ...technologies Wi Fi and cellular GPRS to connect to the Dash Service Dash automatically switches to the best wireless connection The Dash Express uses Wi Fi to get software updates Occasionally you ma...

Page 47: ...ion status are displayed at the bottom of the Manage Wi Fi screen Once connected the status will show signed on IP address tip If you don t know your network name try using a laptop PC to automaticall...

Page 48: ...resume Your Dash Express will automatically resume suspend when you turn your car engine on off When the car is turned off the device is not powered off but suspended This ensures an easy resume a fa...

Page 49: ...OF THE SKY OVE your vehicle away from buildings or other major obstructions if necessary My Dash Express is unresponsive or frozen Please try resetting the device 1 Connect the Dash Express to its po...

Page 50: ...THE RED IS LIT ON THE V ADAPTER s F THE RED IS ON AND THERE IS STILL NO POWER TAKE THE DEVICE INSIDE AND charge the device overnight using the AC adapter s F THE DEVICE IS STILL NOT POWERING ON TRY R...

Page 51: ...ntee the accuracy of the route navigation information road conditions traf c congestion weather conditions or other factors that may affect safety or timing while driving s 5SE THE DEVICE ONLY AS A NA...

Page 52: ...Y DISCLAIMERS 8 04 3 802 33 9 3 4 24 6 4 3 3 EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY DASH EXPRESSLY DIS CLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES WHETHER STATUTORY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING ALL WAR 2 4 3 7 54 2 4 3 02 6...

Page 53: ...s and registrations are the property of their respective owners 04 08 96 3050 001A 2008 Inrix Inc All rights reserved 2008 infoUSA com Inc All rights reserved 2008 Tele Atlas All rights reserved 2008...

Page 54: ...Service at 877 500 DASH 3274 Monday through Friday from 9 00 AM to 5 00 PM Pacific Time For answers to frequently asked questions go to Dash online support anytime at http my dash netlsupport Dash is...

Page 55: ...other local drivers Dash is committed to delivering a great customer experience and your feedback is critical to achieving this goal We re always interested in hearing your thoughts positive or otherw...