Magellan RoadMate 9200-LM User Manual

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8www.magellangps.comInstallationInstallation of the Magellan RoadMate receiver is simple and easy. The hardest part will be picking thebest location.Selecting the LocationA few tips on selecting the proper location.• Mount the Magellan RoadMate receiver in a place where it can be easily seen and will notinterfere with your view of the road.• The Magellan RoadMate receiver should be mounted in such a way that the antenna, (locatedin the top of the receiver), has an unobstructed view of the sky through the windshield.• Make sure that the Magellan RoadMate receiver or any cabling will not be disturbed if theairbags are activated.• Be sure to check your local and regional laws before mounting to the windshield. Some stateshave laws restricting the mounting of any device on the windshield.Securing the Car CradleClean the area on the windshield that has beenselected for mounting the Magellan RoadMatereceiver. Let the area dry completely.Make sure that the lever at the base of theadjustable mount is in the up position. Place thebase of the car cradle firmly over the area whereit will be placed. Push the lever at the base of theswivel mount all the way down until it snaps inplace. Carefully let go of the assembly, makingsure that it is securely mounted.(The Car Cradle shown here may be different from the Car Cradle supplied with your MagellanRoadMate receiver, but the installation is the same for all cradle styles.)Attaching the Magellan RoadMate receiver to the CarCradleSlide the Magellan RoadMate receiver on the car cradle sothat the slot on the Magellan RoadMate receiver aligns withthe tab on the car cradle. Slide the Magellan RoadMatereceiver all the way down until it rests on the ‘feet’. Youshould notice a click when the receiver is fully mounted inthe cradle.