Blackspot Interactive ROAD ANGEL Manual de usuario
USER GUIDE
Blackspot Interactive Limited
Unit 5, New Rookery Farm, Little London
Silverstone, Northants NN12 8UP
Email: info@blackspot.com
eb: www.blackspot.com
Please register your new ROAD ANGEL and update
its database of danger zones as soon as possible.
Thank you for buying your new ROAD ANGEL
As our roads become busier, more congested and more regulated, staying
alert to road and traffic conditions is a challenge to everyone. Even the most
conscientious driver can have a momentary lapse of concentration that
could easily lead to an accident or a fine and points.
ROAD ANGEL is specially designed to be a simple-to-use addition to any
vehicle, to alert and warn you in advance of known danger areas. In the
comprehensive ROAD ANGEL database are stored Police, Local Authority
and Ministry of Transport designated danger spots, including accident black
spots and safety camera locations.
Using the latest Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) technology, ROAD
ANGEL compares your position with the known danger spot locations and
gives you an audible and visual warning as you approach them. An
accurate GPS speedometer in the display gives you time to adjust your
driving to the approaching danger.
The safety of you and your passengers is our prime consideration, and we
trust that for all the miles you drive, your ROAD ANGEL will enhance the
safety and enjoyment of your journey. Join other ROAD ANGEL users in
guarding your life and livelihood.
e are pleased to have you as a valued customer and hope you will be
delighted with your fully integrated GPS and Laser ROAD ANGEL. Having
listened to our customers we think the new features will make this product
your perfect driving companion.
Dave Clark, Managing Director
Blackspot Interactive Ltd.
The directors of Blackspot nteractive Ltd. sell ROAD ANGEL as
a road safety enhancement device. Driving within the speed
limits at all times and within the limitations of the road
condition and your abilities is paramount. The directors of
Blackspot nteractive Ltd. take no responsibility for the use of
ROAD ANGEL for other purposes than those stipulated.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction........................................................................1
ROA ANGEL's main features............................................................. 1
Front View.......................................................................................... 2
Back View.......................................................................................... 3
ROAD ANGEL's Database................................................................. 4
Using ROAD ANGEL Abroad............................................................. 4
Register Now!........................................................................................ 5
Subscriptions........................................................................................ 6
Warranty................................................................................................. 6
Security.................................................................................................. 6
2. Installation..........................................................................7
Unpacking.............................................................................................. 7
Mounting the Unit.................................................................................. 7
Assembling the windscreen mounting bracket................................... 8
Using the dashboard pad................................................................... 9
Choosing the location....................................................................... 10
Attaching the visor............................................................................ 11
Providing power.................................................................................. 12
Hardwiring........................................................................................ 12
Getting Started.................................................................................... 13
3. Operation..........................................................................14
Understanding the isplay................................................................. 14
Standby Mode.................................................................................. 14
Alert Mode........................................................................................ 15
Muting Audio and Speech arnings................................................ 15
Alert Types....................................................................................... 16
Customizing ROA ANGEL................................................................ 17
Changing Settings............................................................................ 17
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Menu Settings...................................................................................... 20
Alerts................................................................................................ 20
Distances......................................................................................... 21
GPS................................................................................................. 21
Unit Data.......................................................................................... 22
Display............................................................................................. 22
Modem............................................................................................. 22
Adding and eleting anger Zones................................................... 23
Deleting zones.................................................................................. 23
Adding new locations....................................................................... 23
Adding an Average Speed monitoring section (SPECS zone)..........24
Protecting and Cleaning..................................................................... 24
Cleaning the case............................................................................. 24
Cleaning the screen......................................................................... 24
General precautions......................................................................... 24
4. Updating the atabase....................................................25
System requirements....................................................................... 25
Updating........................................................................................... 26
5. Troubleshooting...............................................................27
6. Background Information..................................................30
About Global Positioning Satellites (GPS)........................................ 30
Laser etection................................................................................... 30
How Mobile Laser Traps operate..................................................... 30
How the enforcement officer chooses which vehicles to target........ 30
Targeting Explained............................................................................ 31
Short Range Targeting..................................................................... 31
Long Range Targeting...................................................................... 31
Following a Vehicle Being Targeted................................................. 32
Rear Detection of Laser................................................................... 32
Speed Cameras and Blackspots........................................................ 33
7. Accessories......................................................................36
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1. Introduction
Road Angel uses the latest global positioning satellite (GPS – see page 30)
and laser detection (see page 30) technology to give you audible and visible
alerts as you approach hazardous sections of road:
•Accident black spots (as designated by the Police and Local Authorities)
•Safety cameras
•Mobile Laser guns
•Mobile roadwork cameras
•Average speed
measurement areas
ROAD ANGEL also displays a constantly updated and accurate speed
reading with your compass heading. Should you break down,
ROAD ANGEL allows you to pinpoint your location and direct rescue
services to your vehicle.
ROAD ANGEL's main features
•Simple windscreen mount with 'plug & go' installation
•Easy to position in any vehicle
•High visibility speed, time and compass display
•User programmable locations
•Full range of hazardous sites
•Audible and visual warnings
•Instant distance-to-danger reading
•Speech alerts
•Database updates (via indows PC over the Internet or additional
modem)
•Designed and manufactured in the UK
•Simple to adjust settings
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Front View
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Menu Button
Press to enter and
navigate ROAD
ANGEL's settings
(see page 17) or to
mute unit (see
page 15).
Rear Laser Sensor
Detects laser speed
measurement
devices targeting
rear of vehicle (see
pages 11 and 32).
High Intensity LE
Flashes when vehicle
approaches hazard area.
isplay
Shows speed, time,
heading, satellite
reception and indicates
type of hazard (see
page 14).
Magnetic Base
Magnet in base of unit
secures ROAD ANGEL to
rubberised metallic disk on
mounting bracket or dash
pad.
elete Button
Press to change ROAD
ANGEL settings (see page
17) or remove alert zone
from database (see page
23).
Store Button
Press to enter new
zones (see page 23)
and confirm new
settings (see page 17)
Back View
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External Antenna (ANT)
Required for certain
vehicles (see page 10).
Visor-Locating Guides
Used to attach anti-glare visor or
additional motorbike mounting bracket.
Earpiece Socket
For earpiece supplied with
Motorbike Accessory kit
(see page 11)
THIS IS NOT THE
PO ER SOCKET.
Front Laser Sensor
Detects laser speed
measurement devices
targeting front of vehicle
(see page 31).
Auxiliary Port (AUX)
Connection for
additional laser sensors
(see page 11).
USB Port (USB)
PC connection – use to obtain
database updates (see page 25).
Serial Adaptor (SERIAL)
Use for mapping output.
Power Socket (PWR)
Connect to vehicle
cigar socket using
supplied cable (see
page 12).
ROA ANGEL's atabase
ROAD ANGEL uses a database of Police, Local Authority and Ministry of
Transport designated danger spots, including accident black spots and
safety camera locations, primary schools and congestion charging zones.
Your Road Angel can store up to 50,000 unique danger locations. Using the
latest Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) technology, ROAD ANGEL
compares your position with known danger spot locations and gives you an
audible and visual warning as you approach them.
It is critical to the accurate operation of your Road Angel that you update
your unit regularly to maintain the very latest data. ith up to 100 new
hazard locations added each month, we suggest that you update your
ROAD ANGEL monthly (see Updating the Database on page 25). If you are
a high mileage driver, using unfamiliar roads, we recommend weekly
updates.
To qualify for database updates:
1. Register your ROA ANGEL with Blackspot Interactive Ltd. You
cannot update the database until you have registered (see page 5).
2. Purchase a valid subscription package (see page 6). Your new
ROA ANGEL comes with an initial, free, 6-month subscription
Using ROA ANGEL Abroad
Your ROAD ANGEL is specifically designed for use within its designated
country, as stated on the packaging. It will have limited functionality in other
countries because the appropriate camera/safety GPS data will not be
present.
N MOST OF EUROPE, LASER AND RADAR DETECT ON
DEV CES, NCLUD NG ROAD ANGEL, ARE LLEGAL.
PUN SHMENTS FOR CARRY NG SUCH A DEV CE (EVEN F T S
NOT N USE) RANGE FROM MPR SONMENT, CONF SCAT ON
OF VEH CLE, A DR V NG BAN AND/OR A HEAVY F NE.
If you intend to use ROAD ANGEL abroad, seek independent legal advice
prior to departure.
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Register Now!
Register your ROAD ANGEL immediately after purchase. This is important
for two reasons:
•You cannot update the unit until it has been registered. Database
information will be significantly out-of-date at the time of purchase and
should be updated as soon as possible (see page 25).
•ithout registration, we cannot resolve warranty issues, log queries or
solve problems with your ROAD ANGEL.
REGISTER your unit in one of the following ways:
1. Insert the ROAD ANGEL CD into your PC's CD drive and follow prompts
for all aspects of registration, software installation and updates.
2. Register online:
a) Go to www.blackspot.com
b) Click on the Product Registration
link. The Product Registration
form, shown opposite, is
displayed.
c) Enter your ROAD ANGEL's
serial number. You can find this
on the base of the unit.
d) Click on the Next button. Once
your details have been entered,
you will be prompted to
download the update software directly to your PC. The registration
process normally takes one full working day – you can then use the
software to update your ROAD ANGEL (see page 25).
3. If online registration is not possible, please call the Registration helpline
(recorded) on: 0870 084 7439. Leave your name, address and
telephone number and we will forward a registration form to you the
same working day (Mon – Fri).
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Subscriptions
Your ROAD ANGEL comes with a free subscription for six months of
database updates and product support. It is critical to the operation of your
ROAD ANGEL that you update the unit regularly and so continued
subscription is essential. ith constant additions to the Road Angel
database (1000+ sites per year), the benefit of your ROAD ANGEL and the
protection it provides will be dramatically reduced if you fail to maintain your
database.
Towards the end of your initial subscription period, we will contact you with
more details of our subscription packages: 1 year, 2 year and 3 year
options.
You can also subscribe online at http://www.blackspot.com/subscriptions/.
Warranty
Your ROAD ANGEL is guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase
from all defects that occur with normal use. If your unit fails to perform as
specified in these instructions, please visit:
http://www.blackspot.com/warranty
Security
Owing to the high number of thefts, we strongly suggest you remove your
ROAD ANGEL and its bracket from view when you leave your vehicle.
Please contact Blackspot Interactive Ltd if your unit is stolen or lost. Each
ROAD ANGEL is identified by a unique serial number on the base. e can
disable a unit through our security systems and detect any attempt to re-
register it. This has frequently resulted in the safe return of a ROAD ANGEL
to its rightful owner.
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