Telenav Scout v1.4 for Android User Manual

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Does Scout use up my voice plan minutes?

Scout uses data to provide its navigation functions. Using data does not use any of your voice minutes. However, the

Speak It feature within the Scout application that allows you to make calls to businesses does use voice minutes.

How do I increase or decrease the voice prompt volume and control the backlighting?

Speaker volume can be controlled with the volume buttons on the side of the device. The backlight can be controlled

from within Scout’s Menu/Action Overflow >> Settings >> Navigation >> Backlight menu.

How do I conserve battery life on my device?

Set the backlight to “On at Turns” in Menu/Action Overflow >> Settings >> Navigation >> Backlight menu. This

option turns the backlight on only when a turn is approaching.

How accurate is the GPS?

GPS accuracy can range from 20m (approx. 65 ft) to 100m (approx. 328 ft). Most of the time, the GPS is accurate to less

than 50 meters (approx. 164 ft).

What are ideal conditions for GPS navigation?

Ideally, a device with a GPS receiver needs a clear view of the sky, starting from about five to ten degrees above the

horizon. Solid or massive obstructions can reduce accuracy or block GPS signals, and may cause extended initialization

time (time to first GPS fix). Common obstructions include tall buildings, covered parking lots, tunnels, trees, and terrain

features.
If you are parked in a covered parking lot or near a tall building, it is recommended that you move to an open area and

then begin to use Scout.

Why does GPS not work near buildings and other tall objects?

Your device requires signals from GPS satellites in order to work, so it needs a clear view of the sky. Dense materials

(such as concrete, rock, steel, heavy wood), tall buildings, terrain features (like mountains, ridges, and cliffs), and large

trees can block or degrade GPS signals and may make it impossible to determine your location.
GPS satellites are not always immediately overhead and could be anywhere in the skies at any time, even low on the

horizon; however, there are enough satellites in orbit so that four or more will be view of your device if not blocked by

large objects, terrain, or dense materials.

How do I know that my device is receiving GPS signals?

Scout alerts you if your device is not receiving GPS signals. If this happens, move to an area where there is a clear view

of the sky so your device can receive GPS signals from space.

What happens if I lose network coverage for an extended time while driving?

When you are out of network coverage, Scout will seamlessly go into “Always There Navigation mode” so that you are

still able to get navigation instructions and audio. To enable Always There Navigation mode to kick in when you are out

of network, you must first download regional map data. See “Maps On My Device” on page

for setup instructions.

Why do I need WiFi to download the map?

Because each region is currently over 800MB, maps will be downloaded much quicker using a WiFi connection.

Why can’t I download all three regions?

Having all three regions on your phone at one time will take up too much memory on your phone and in the app.

To prevent any lag in service, we only allow one region at a time. While other apps allow you to download the

whole country or even individual states, Scout does it via region to give you a comprehensive map around your

respective area – so it’s easier for road trips, nearby travel, etc.