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5 SERIES with DVR Portable Satellite Navigation System User manual...
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‘System Requirements & Downloading’ later in this manual. Once the database has been downloaded your Snooper compares your position using its built-in GPS antenna, with the position of every known ‘fixed’ speed monitoring system and accident ‘hotspot’ alerting you both audibly and visually with voice alerts and full colour graphics on the units LCD screen ensuring your highest concentration at all times.
1 x Mounting disc for dash mounting the bracket SC5800 ONLY: 1 x Additional Micro SD card for DVR This user guide explains the functionality of all 4 models of the Snooper, these symbols will illustrate if the feature is relevant to your device Truckmate...
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Estimated recording time 4GB: 1 to 1.5hrs 8GB: 1.5 to 3hrs 16GB: 3 to 5hrs 32GB: 5 to 10hrs ** The 1st time the SC5800 is used the DVR SD card will require formatting. Refer to page 73 for instruction on how to format the card OR If a MicroSD card which was not supplied is going to be used it MUST be formatted using the Snooper player BEFORE being used.
Quick Start Guide to Navigation 1. Take the Snooper outside so that the GPS receiver can locate your position. This may take between 15 - 30 minutes the first time. When satellite lock is achieved, the screen will display your current position on its map in a ‘3D’ navigation view.
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The navigation view will now be displayed, but with the route now highlighted for you. As you approach a specific turn in the calculated route, Snooper will advise you what to do. For example, “After 200 yards, turn left”, followed by “Now turn left”.
To launch the CD manually: Click on ‘Start’ and then ‘Run’ . In the dialogue box that opens click on ‘Browse’ – another dialogue box will open. Locate your CD ROM or DVD drive (drive letter is normally D) using the ‘Look in’ option and select ‘Snooper’ from the lower portion of the dialogue box.
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The download process is as follows: The software will display the serial number of the Snooper and a green progress bar will start to progress across the screen. ●...
You will be able to remove the device to perform downloads. ● ● Important SC5800 DVR Only. For the optimum performance or the DVR, we recommend that the SC5800 in placed in the centre ● ● of the windscreen (right to left) either attached to the windscreen or the dashboard facia (using the mounting disc provided) The unit must not obscure you view of the road ahead.
Replacing the Fuse If Snooper stops operating, the fuse in the cigarette lighter plug may have blown . If it has blown, follow these steps and replace it with a 3 amp, 5mm x 20mm fast acting fuse.
Powering Snooper using the built-in battery Once Snooper is fully charged, it is ready for use. Press and hold the power switch on the top of the unit for 2 seconds to switch on the device.
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USB power source. WARNING: PLEASE DO NOT USE OR LEAVE SNOOPER IN EITHER WET OR HUMID CONDITIONS, OR IN EXTREME TEMPERATURES, AS THIS COULD PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE UNIT AND THE BATTERY. WHEN NOT IN USE DO NOT LEAVE THE UNIT ATTACHED TO THE WINDSCREEN, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE WEATHER IS WARM, TO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE UNIT AND ALSO REDUCE THE RISK OF THEFT.
Press “I Agree” to continue. Whilst Snooper software is loading, a start-up display will be shown for just a few seconds and then the screen will show a section of a map. Note: the factory default location is ‘Toft Road’ . Snooper needs to acquire a minimum of four satellites in order to work. Once this has been achieved Snooper will ascertain your position and this will be indicated by a green arrow icon on the on-screen map and the GPS signal strength will be shown in the bottom right hand corner of the display.
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My Speed The speed limit of nearly every road across Europe can now be clearly displayed on your Snooper at all times. Choose between speed limits for cars and advisory speed limits for trucks, motor homes and caravans from 3.5t and over.
Your chosen settings will now be saved and will appear on the screen each time you use Snooper. If you want to switch between your Current Speed and the Atomic Clock or the Estimated Time of Arrival and Time to Destination during your journey simply touch the screen where either piece of information is displayed and the unit will display the alternate setting and vice versa.
● Press the ‘Find by post code’ icon. ● ● If you have the European version of Snooper, you will need to select ● ● the ‘Country’ first BEFORE typing the postcode. (If the correct country is already displayed, go to the next step). Use the arrow keys on the right of the display to scroll up and down the country options.
● ● As you begin to input the city name, Snooper will automatically prompt you with a list of possible matches. If you can see the name of the destination you are searching for in the lower window, you can select it easily by pressing that name with your finger. If you wish...
3.5 Recent Route or Clear route Snooper automatically stores the last route that has been calculated, so that if you wish to return to that address you do not have to re-input all the details again. To use this function: ●...
Multi route With Snooper you have the facility to enter more than one destination at a time (for instance if you wish to visit other locations before reaching your ultimate destination). You can store up to seven multi-routes, with up to sixteen destinations within each multi- route.
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‘OK’ and the unit will calculate your route to the next stage in the multi-route from your current position. Note: If Snooper is turned ‘OFF’ and then ‘ON’ during a multi-route journey the device will retain the current route and ask you if you wish to continue with the current destination or with the next stage of the destination or to cancel the multi-route.
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3.6.4 Auto arrange Multi-route Once you create a multi-route Snooper can arrange the multi-route into a logical order by pressing the icon Before After 1. Add an additional destination to Multi-route 2. Save the Multi-route without making any further changes.
Recent destination Snooper is capable of storing the last 40 routes that have been calculated, so that if you wish to return to an address you do not have to re-input the details again.
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Find by POI (points of interest) If you would like to calculate a route to a hotel, airport, restaurant or even a golf course Snooper can calculate a route using its extensive database of POI’s (Points of Interest). To navigate using this database: Press the centre of the screen to access the ‘Navigate to’...
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● ● As you begin to input the city name, Snooper will automatically prompt you with a list of possible matches. If you can see the name of the destination you are searching for in the lower window, you can select it easily by selecting that name. If you wish to view the list of possible destinations in full, press the down arrow to the top right hand corner of the display and a list of cities will be displayed then select your destination.
The instructions to use this facility are the same as above (see Section 3.10.2) but select ‘Along Route’ to open the search. 3.11 User POI The Snooper comes pre loaded with a number of ‘User POI’s’ . You can add additional POI (Points Of Interest) by downloading them to the device via a PC. The User POI Updater program can be downloaded from: https://www.snooperneo.co.uk/Software.cfm.
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● ● As you begin to input the city name, Snooper will automatically prompt you with a list of possible matches. If you can see the name of the destination you are searching for in the lower window, you can select it easily by selecting that name. If you wish to view the list of possible destinations in full press the down arrow to the top right hand corner of the display and a list of cities will be displayed then select your destination.
Avoid by Range If you wish to avoid several roads from the selected route calculated by Snooper, then this function allows you to re-calculate a route over a user defined distance, ranging from 1 mile up to a maximum of 100 miles.
3.14.4 Clear Avoided Road If you do not wish to use the alternative routes offered by Snooper and you wish to return to the original calculated route, press the ‘Clear Avoided Road’ button and the original route plotted by Snooper will be restored.
● ● In order to use this function on Snooper you will need to have entered and calculated a route. If the ‘Route description’ icon is greyed out a route has NOT been entered. From the summary display you can either press ‘Go’ to start navigation, ‘Simulation’ to see the actual route that will be taken, ‘Route Option’...
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The TMC antenna is combined with the power cable. TMC Options The type of alerts you receive whilst using TMC can be edited in the configuration menu of Snooper. To access the menu press the centre of the display, then press...
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To show TMC events which are NOT on your route press To see a more detailed description press the TMC warning: To avoid the incident press Snooper will now calculate an alternative route. To view the incident press To return to the previous screen press...
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● Recent destination This function can be used to delete any or all of the recent destinations that are stored on Snooper. Snooper can store up to a maximum of 40 recent destinations. 4.2.1 To delete individually stored recent destinations Press the centre of the screen to access the ‘Navigate to’...
Brightness Control Snooper brightness can be adjusted using this function within the ‘Configure’ menu. To adjust the volume: Press the centre of the screen to enter the ‘Navigate to’ menu. ● ● Press ‘Configure’. ● ● Press the ‘Brightness Control’ icon.
Volume Control Snooper volume can be adjusted using this function within the ‘Configure’ menu. To adjust the volume: Press the centre of the screen to enter the ‘Navigate to’ menu. ● ● Press ‘Configure’. ● ● Press the ‘Volume Control’ icon.
Junction Numbers Off Camera alert In order for these features to operate you will need to subscribe to and download the AURA™ Camera Database onto Snooper. See ‘Registering Snooper’ (Page 7) and ‘System Requirements & Downloading’ (page 10) for further details.
Snooper display by the icon. *Please note: Snooper will only provide alerts to Primary Schools at the following specified times: 08:30 – 09:30; 12:00 – 13:00 and 15:30 – 16:30. To make your selection, touch the relevant radio button.
5.6.13 Route Alert If you deviate from the calculated route, Snooper will automatically recalculate a route without any user intervention. To indicate rerouting is in progress Snooper will emit an audible tone. You can choose between the following options: Yes: The re-route tone will be emitted during recalculation.
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*In order for these features to operate you will need to subscribe to and download the AURA™ Camera Database onto Snooper. See ‘Registering Snooper’ (Page 7) and ‘System Requirements & Downloading’ (page 10) for further details.
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Change Map Colour This function allows you to choose between the alternative colour schemes that are available for the maps used in the Snooper system (several of which are most suitable for use at night). To access this facility: Press the centre of the screen to enter the ‘Navigate to’...
*If the button displays ‘Change Code’ then a security code has already been set. Press ‘Change Code’ to edit the system security code. Once this setting has been activated you will need to enter this code each time you power on your Snooper or you will not be able to operate the device.
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5.16 Show POI Snooper comes complete with a comprehensive list of POI’s (Point’s of Interest). You can search for addresses using POI’s and save POI’s in your list of favourites. You can also choose which of the POI’s you would like to have indicated on your map.
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5.17 Digital Video Recorder The SC5800 will automatically record the view in front of your vehicle and will record all audio within range of the built-in microphone using the integral high definition camera and recording software which can record continuously.
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The drive containing the Micro-SD card should be in this area. 3. Click on ‘Open folder to view files’ . 4. Double click on the ‘Snooper Player’ icon to launch the player. NOTE: this is NOT an installer and software will not be installed on to your PC .
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22. Adjust size of Snooper Player window. 23. Google Map view. Shows route track using coordinates collected and saved by SC5800 DVR antenna. 24. G-sensor information window. Displays any event information such as hard breaking, impacts or sharp turns that might indicate that an incident has occurred on a recorded route.
This option will calculate a route based on time using a combination of Motorways, ‘A Roads’ and ‘B Roads’ as necessary. The route is calculated by Snooper to navigate you to your destination in the shortest time possible whilst adhering to the national speed limits.
Avoid by Range If you wish to avoid several roads from the selected route calculated by Snooper, then this function allows you to re-calculate a route over a user defined distance, ranging from 1 mile up to a maximum of 100 miles.
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6.2.4 Clear Avoided Road If you do not wish to use the alternative routes offered by Snooper and you wish to return to the original calculated route, press the ‘Clear Avoided Road’ button and the original route plotted by Snooper will be restored.
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6.5.1 Simulation Press the ‘Simulation’ button and Snooper will take you through the calculated journey step by step with full on screen and voice instructions. Simulation speed can be increased to a maximum of ten times ‘real time’...
(Does not apply for the S2500 Model). Please note that this new setting is only temporary and if Snooper is switched off and then back on the audio level returns to either the factory default or your personalised setting.
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To restore the camera alerts press the top of Snooper’s display to show the drop down menu and then press the camera icon.
(refer to the mobile phone user guide for instructions) before starting the pairing process. Not all mobile devices are compatible with all of the features of the Snooper Press ‘Search’ : the following screen will be displayed. Press ‘Search’ to discover compatible BT devices.
After the pairing is successful the Snooper will revert back to the ‘Phone Menu’ screen but the icons are no longer ‘greyed out’ . Press (6) to return to the Navigation menu. Phonebook (1) The contact list on the mobile phone (phonebook) can be synchronized with the Snooper.
NOTE: The Phone book and Dial icons are greyed out as TPMS does not require these functions. If you are pairing both TPMS and a telephone to the SC5800 we recommend the TPMS is paired BEFORE the telephone. Return to contents SC5800 DVR V1.4 EN 9/24...
10.2 Selecting vehicle type: Snooper Tyre Pilot has been designed to be used on a range of different vehicles, including cars, caravans, motorhomes, trucks, buses, coaches and trailers and it can also monitor your spare wheel. Tyre Pilot has been designed to monitor the following configurations: Single vehicle up to 4 wheels ●...
The optional signal Repeater/Booster can be ordered separately and is available at www.snooper.co.uk The booster should be installed as low as possible on the rear of the towing vehicle or at the front of the trailed vehicle.
Selecting your high pressure and low pressure limits Follow these instructions to select at which high or low pressure limits you would like your Snooper Tyre Pilot to alert. 1. Next to each axle write down what your tyre pressure is by axle and calculate what your alarm setting will be.
11. Updating Maps New mapping is periodically released by Snooper. To check if map updates are available please visit: https://www.snooperneo.co.uk/MapSerialCheck.cfm NOTE: Your device must be registered at https://www.snooperneo.co.uk/RegisterSatNav.cfm to receive map updates and map updates may be chargeable. 1. Once on the website you will be asked for information appertaining to your device.
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Downloads SNOOPER If you are having any difficulty in performing a download onto the Snooper unit it is advisable to refer to the checklist in Section A first before contacting us. If you are still unable to perform a download after following all of this checklist then please send an email to Support@snooper.eu...
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Snooper update software. If you do have a Firewall on your computer Snooper Updater software may appear to stop and it is at this point that your Firewall software will inform you that Snooper Updater software is trying to access the internet. Please make sure that you grant/allow/permit access through the Firewall.
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●●● CHILDREN KEEP OUT OF CHILDRENS REACH. DO NOT ALLOW CHILDREN TO PLAY WITH SNOOPER OR ITS ACCESSORIES. THEY COULD HURT THEMSELVES OR OTHERS, OR COULD ACCIDENTALLY DAMAGE YOUR UNIT OR ACCESSORY. SNOOPER CONTAINS SMALL PARTS THAT COULD BE DETACHED AND CREATE A CHOKING HAZARD.
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Battery We recommend that you fully charge the battery before you use Snooper for the first time. A new battery or one that has not been used for a long time could have a reduced capacity the first few times it is used.
Snooper comes with a standard 12 month manufacturer’s warranty. If, for some reason your unit requires service under warranty, please contact Snooper Technical Support on 01928 579579 option 3, to arrange a return to Snooper by special delivery and in suitable packaging: The Returns Dept.,...
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