Missing Satnav Manual

[wibble]

I've just bought a 2008 Ford Galaxy Ghia with dashboard fitted touch screen satnav.

The audio manual doesn't have a picture of it.

The main manual hardly mentions satnav

 

Does anyone have the manual or can it be downloaded from anywhere?

Where is the auxiliary input socket? The picture in the nmain manual is pathetic!

Can I add POIs?

Can I add POI files?

How do you get at the DVD disc to change it when new maps come out?

Can I play MP3 files from my phone (2GB memory card) via the audio system? The phone has bluetooth and a USB headphone socket but no jack socket for headphones.

[melo]

I've just got my new galaxy with dvd satnav too. My dealer told me Ford don't give any satnav info, it all comes direct from Blaupunkt through the post. Don't know how long it takes, mine is 2 weeks old now and no satnav info yet. Apparently to access the DVD you have to remove the black panel below the screen and I was told there is a 'way' to do this - I think the 'way' is in the satnav manual. I don't think you can add poi's etc. Factory fitted satnav is nowhere near the much cheaper add-on units for what you can do with them. However, I am pleased with the dvd satnav / audio in the galaxy. Just be even happier to get the instruction manual! Oh, I think the aux input is on righthand side of glovebox. Edited March 29, 2008 by melo

[wibble]

I've just got my new galaxy with dvd satnav too. My dealer told me Ford don't give any satnav info, it all comes direct from Blaupunkt through the post. Don't know how long it takes, mine is 2 weeks old now and no satnav info yet. Apparently to access the DVD you have to remove the black panel below the screen and I was told there is a 'way' to do this - I think the 'way' is in the satnav manual. I don't think you can add poi's etc. Factory fitted satnav is nowhere near the much cheaper add-on units for what you can do with them. However, I am pleased with the dvd satnav / audio in the galaxy. Just be even happier to get the instruction manual! Oh, I think the aux input is on righthand side of glovebox.

 

Thanks Melo, If you get one could you email me a copy at satnav @ neilmorgan.co.uk please (spaces added to avoid auto spam).

The dealer inserted my dvd for me before I picked thecar up so I believe they have instructions at least at a basic level so I've asked for at least a photocopy if the real thing is going to take a while to arrive.

You are right that it isn't a patch on the cheaper hand held versions. But I do like the way it interacts with the radio and the screen is bigger and better positioned. It's pretty bright at night though!

I believe, with a little more knowledge, that there will be a way to add POI files if you have a PC and DVD burner, but I can't even get the original DVD out!!!!!!

 

I like the idea of MP3 and the better location of the 6 cd magazine compared with the MKI too

[melo]

It's pretty bright at night though!

 

You can dim the screen with the dashlights dimmer control

[wibble]

It's pretty bright at night though!

 

You can dim the screen with the dashlights dimmer control

 

Tried that... it dims everything though, including all the lights in the buttons down the sides. There is a setting for day/night/auto but it doesn't seem to dim as much on auto as it does on night. I set it to night but struggled next morning to out it back as it is far too dim to get by with in daylight. Poor design if you ask me.

 

Have you any idea of the Blaupunkt model of our radio/sat navs. They have a web site with lots of pdfs but I can't seem to find ours on it.

[melo]

Have you any idea of the Blaupunkt model of our radio/sat navs.

 

Model is fitted to Galaxy and Mondeo from what I've seen and is Ford HSRNS. I found the model etc here http://www.blaupunkt.com/de/7612300530_main.asp, though no useful downloads available that I can see. I'm going to hassle the Ford dealer tomorrow to see if the manual can be chased up. If and when I get anything I'll let you know.

 

I understand what you're saying about the dimming, don't know that I've found a way of dimming just the satnav screen. I think I've been through just about every menu now too.

[wibble]

Are you any good at reading French?

 

http://www.forum-auto.com/marques/ford/sujet2889.htm

 

At least we now know to remove the volume control knob and unclip the plastic panel...... My knob seems to be well and truly permanently attached though. :lol:

[melo]

Aah, hadn't seen that one.

Knob comes off ok, just got to grit your teeth (not round the knob) and pull straight. Feels like it's the wrong thing to do but it comes off ok. Then put small screwdriver or something into hole left by knob and gently ease the plastic panel outwards from the top. You'll find there is a spring attached to back of panel that holds it in. This spring is positioned downwards when replacing, fit lower edge of panel back in pushing panel slightly downwards and it jumps back in ok. Trouble is, you can see the dvd but how it ejects is another question.

Slowly, slowly and we'll get there. Why is it when we get these new toys we have to take them apart?

[wibble]

I'll bet it's something like hold the power button in whilst switching the ignition on. The garage installed mine so they must have some instructions. I plan to call in tomorrow.

[wibble]

Well I eventually got mine on Thursday.

 

This is how to change the satnav DVD - It's a dealer operation only!

 

Do they really think we want to pay dealer to operate the eject sequence, remove old DVD, insert new DVD.

 

I also get the impression that the manual is missing chunks. I'll need to read it in detail.

 

So come on someone, how do you eject the satnav dvd?

[wibble]

Well I eventually got mine on Thursday.

 

This is how to change the satnav DVD - It's a dealer operation only!

 

Do they really think we want to pay dealer to operate the eject sequence, remove old DVD, insert new DVD.

 

I also get the impression that the manual is missing chunks. I'll need to read it in detail.

 

So come on someone, how do you eject the satnav dvd?

 

Aw come on folks, surely someone apart from Melo and I have this satnav & could perhaps shed some light on it?

[melo]

You're a lucky chap! I'm still waiting for mine.

It turns out the chap I was dealing with has left the main dealers and seems he told a few porkies before he went. I'm assured the manual is now ordered and I should see it soon. I'm sure someone will offer the answer to ejecting the dvd, I'll put the feelers out with a few people I know in the trade and see what comes back.

 

Out of interest, does your Galaxy have the electric parking brake? If so you may be able to answer my question on this forum.

 

Cheers

[melo]

Finally got my sat nav manual today after a lot of obvious bull from my dealer. Not sure it was really worth the wait but it has proved useful as to how to alter the screen brightness. Can't believe I didn't sus it out before. I assume you've now got this sorted too Wibble?

 

Melovelo

[lotusdmc]

I downloaded the manual from here before I took delivery !,

 

http://fordfcsd.wunderman.be/UK/Audio%20-%...0system_CG3537/

 

Did you have the DVD case & Blaupunkt upgrade return card in the car when you purchased it ? I sent this off about a month ago and received the 2008 DVD yesterday. I changed the DVD myself (Definitely not a dealer fit!!) as comes with very detailed instructions. I now have the 3D birds eye view, full UK postcode entry and radio text :wacko: :lol: !! The upgrade took about 15 minutes and it appears to be a full software upgrade of all the functions of the touch screen system, you will need the radio DVD pin code for the system to eject & insert the DVD.

[wibble]

Out of interest, does your Galaxy have the electric parking brake? If so you may be able to answer my question on this forum.

 

Cheers

 

I have te manual parking brake as both my wife and I were tiwtchy about the auto brake failing.

 

I do however seem to have all the bits operational apart from the button. I have "hill start assist" (which comes with one of the options) which puts the brake on if you are on a slight incline. I'll see if I can find your question as I may still have an answer.

[wibble]

I downloaded the manual from here before I took delivery !,

 

http://fordfcsd.wunderman.be/UK/Audio%20-%...0system_CG3537/

 

Did you have the DVD case & Blaupunkt upgrade return card in the car when you purchased it ? I sent this off about a month ago and received the 2008 DVD yesterday. I changed the DVD myself (Definitely not a dealer fit!!) as comes with very detailed instructions. I now have the 3D birds eye view, full UK postcode entry and radio text :P :P !! The upgrade took about 15 minutes and it appears to be a full software upgrade of all the functions of the touch screen system, you will need the radio DVD pin code for the system to eject & insert the DVD.

 

I have the DVD case and don't remember (could be my memory) an upgrade voucher but I believe I already have the latest DVD. Can you post a copy of the instructions on here as those were definitely not in the DVD case?

[lotusdmc]

I downloaded the manual from here before I took delivery !,

 

http://fordfcsd.wunderman.be/UK/Audio%20-%...0system_CG3537/

 

Did you have the DVD case & Blaupunkt upgrade return card in the car when you purchased it ? I sent this off about a month ago and received the 2008 DVD yesterday. I changed the DVD myself (Definitely not a dealer fit!!) as comes with very detailed instructions. I now have the 3D birds eye view, full UK postcode entry and radio text :wacko: :wacko: !! The upgrade took about 15 minutes and it appears to be a full software upgrade of all the functions of the touch screen system, you will need the radio DVD pin code for the system to eject & insert the DVD.

 

I have the DVD case and don't remember (could be my memory) an upgrade voucher but I believe I already have the latest DVD. Can you post a copy of the instructions on here as those were definitely not in the DVD case?

 

Will do when I get a minute :wacko:

[wibble]

Will do when I get a minute :)

 

 

Thanks

[aaa0201]

Hi,

 

wibble could You please e-mail me or post the instruction how to take out the dvd? If anyone know how to do it please post it. I wolud be very grateful.

 

 

thanks,

 

 

Adam

[wibble]

Unfortunately he never got back to me

[gaznlou]

Hi Neil (Wibble) PM sent (again) :rolleyes:

Gaz

[lvgal]

hello

 

I couldn't afford the sat nav :rolleyes: , but I have the DVD with screens in headrests. I have similar problem in that I am unable to get hold of the instructions for the unit. Does anyone know if I can get the sound to come through car speakers as an alternative to the headsets. Two headsets and three kids causes endless problems on long journeys!

 

thanks

[mdefelic]

I downloaded the manual from here before I took delivery !,

 

http://fordfcsd.wunderman.be/UK/Audio%20-%...0system_CG3537/

 

Did you have the DVD case & Blaupunkt upgrade return card in the car when you purchased it ? I sent this off about a month ago and received the 2008 DVD yesterday. I changed the DVD myself (Definitely not a dealer fit!!) as comes with very detailed instructions. I now have the 3D birds eye view, full UK postcode entry and radio text :rolleyes: :D !! The upgrade took about 15 minutes and it appears to be a full software upgrade of all the functions of the touch screen system, you will need the radio DVD pin code for the system to eject & insert the DVD.

 

Hi lotusdmc,

 

I'm fighting, with no success, with the dealer to know how to eject my map DVD, could You share with me the detailed instruction received with the 2008 upgrade DVD?

Many many thanks in advance,

Mauro.

[Peg]

I downloaded the manual from here before I took delivery !,

 

http://fordfcsd.wunderman.be/UK/Audio%20-%...0system_CG3537/

 

Did you have the DVD case & Blaupunkt upgrade return card in the car when you purchased it ? I sent this off about a month ago and received the 2008 DVD yesterday. I changed the DVD myself (Definitely not a dealer fit!!) as comes with very detailed instructions. I now have the 3D birds eye view, full UK postcode entry and radio text :) :) !! The upgrade took about 15 minutes and it appears to be a full software upgrade of all the functions of the touch screen system, you will need the radio DVD pin code for the system to eject & insert the DVD.

 

Hi,

 

I sent my upgrade return card off some three weeks ago and have not received anything back yet, it would be nice to get some up front info on how to go about this upgrade so any information that you can provide would be much appreciated.

 

Cheers,

 

Peg.

[gaznlou]

Do you have this type fitted ;) ?

 

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