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Polaris Maxx User Manual

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  • Page 1 User manual...
  • Page 2 SD card) • The installation of 3rd party apps that may cause harm to the unit Warranty Terms The Polaris Maxx is covered for 3 years and includes: • Defective Equipment • Defective Cables Not Covered under warranty: Abuse •...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started 4-11 Main menu   Connecting to WiFi Connecting bluetooth  Setting up radio pre-sets  Setting up date & time  Google play store  Easy connection 10-11  Bluetooth 12-21 Music via USB 22-23 Movies via USB File Browser...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    The unit will take approx. 15-20 seconds on the initial start-up, after this the unit will load instantaneously unless reset. Once the unit has loaded it will appear with the main menu interface: Swipe left to access more features: Please note that some apps have been installed by Polaris via Google Play store...

  • Page 5: Connecting To Wifi

    You can change the order of the icons or move desired icons to the main interface by holding down the applicable icon and dragging to the desired position. Connecting to WiFi There are a few different ways in which you can connect to Wi-Fi: 1: Drag the toolbar that is located at the top of the screen down >...
  • Page 6 Bluetooth can be temperamental at times. If the Polaris Maxx does not find your device, turn your Bluetooth off and back on through your Bluetooth enabled device and scan again. Select your device Once your device is selected touch the...

  • Page 7: Setting Up Radio Pre-Sets

    Setting Up Radio Pre-sets Select Radio from the main menu You can store up to 18 FM pre-sets and 12 AM pre-sets To automatically scan, select the magnifying glass icon Automatic scan The unit will run through a complete scan and will automatically set your pre-set stations to the radio frequencies with the strongest signal within your area.

  • Page 8: Setting Up Date & Time

    To manually scan for radio stations press the arrow buttons: When you have found the station you desire, press the arrow key to stop the search. If you need to change the frequency one by one, hold one of the arrow keys down. You will now find that when you press the arrow keys, it is easier to get to the station that you want to set as a pre-set station.

  • Page 9: Google Play Store

    Once you are signed in, you are free to start downloading 3rd party apps such as navigation or Spotify. Please note that the more apps you add onto the system will result in a slower response time from the Polaris Maxx WARNING: Polaris take no responsibility for 3rd party apps installed onto the device.

  • Page 10: Easy Connection

    Connect your phone with your original phone cable to one of the USB inputs on the Polaris Maxx and Select Android USB. A message should pop up on your android device to allow for debugging > select yes. If debugging was successful, Android drive mode will automatically load up on the unit .

  • Page 11: Easy Connection

    When connecting via WiFi, the Polaris Maxx and your iPhone must be connected to the same network. If you are on the road, you will need to connect the Polaris Maxx up to your personal hotspot.

  • Page 12: Bluetooth

    Switch sound between handset and unit Minimise bluetooth call Call in progress Keypad Hang up Switch sound between handset and unit Minimise bluetooth call Notes: Minimising the bluetooth call will allow you to access other features on the Polaris Maxx...
  • Page 13 Making a Call To make a call, select Bluetooth from the main menu Keypad Takes you back to the home screen Hang Up Keypad to dial numbers Keypad Back to previous screen Contacts Switch sound Dialled/Received/Missed calls between handset and unit 10.
  • Page 14 Contacts Home Keypad Back to previous screen Contacts Search contacts Received/dialled/missed menu Search alphabetically 10. Paired/available device menu Call nominated contact 11. Bluetooth settings Import contacts Notes: When importing contacts, your phone may ask for permission. Please select yes on your device.
  • Page 15 Received/Dialled /Missed calls Home Delete all Back to previous screen Keypad Received Calls 10. Contacts Dialled numbers 11. Received/dialled/missed menu Missed calls 12. Paired/available device menu Call 13. Bluetooth settings Delete nominated number...
  • Page 16 Select device and pair Notes: The Polaris Maxx will only connect to one phone at a time however, it will remember past paired devices so that you can easily switch between phones if necessary. To easily set this up, see pages 17-18 For instructions...
  • Page 17 Paired Devices Paired devices will show you a list of past or current paired devices. The Polaris Maxx unit will only pair with one phone at a time and the current paired device will be listed at the top of the list. If you want to have more than one phone listed in the paired devices column so that you can easily switch between phones, please follow these steps: Scan &...
  • Page 18 4. The Second phone will now move to the top of the paired device list. 5. To filter between the two phones simply use the connect and disconnect icon depending on which phone is connected at the time. The current paired device will always move to the top of the list.
  • Page 19 10. Paired/Available devices 11. Bluetooth settings Notes: If the auto answer feature is on, The Polaris Maxx will automatically answer the call after three rings. If Auto Connect is turned on, Bluetooth will automatically connect to the last paired phone upon vehicle start-up.
  • Page 20 Spotify or Apple music to download the app directly onto the Polaris Maxx. Radio The Polaris Maxx has AM and FM built into it. You can set up to 18 FM pre-sets and 12 AM pre-sets. To see how to set these up, please see pages 7-8...
  • Page 21 11 12 Home Automatic scan Scan back through different stations Mono/stereo sound quality manually Scan for Long Range (distant) or short Hold button down to scan one by one Range frequencies (local) Radio frequency 10. Change to AM frequency Scan forward through different 11.

  • Page 22: Music Via Usb

    Music via USB The Polaris Maxx has 2 USB ports. One is located in the glove box (in most cases) and the second USB port is your factory USB port. The Polaris Maxx will take up to a 16GB USB...
  • Page 23 Notes: is highlighted whilst a song is playing, this song will be added to a ’songs you love’ list located in the USB contents menu Normal: Will play all the songs in order and stop once finished Repeat Song: Will repeat the current song Repeat all: Will play the songs in order and start from the beginning once finished Shuffle: Will shuffle all the songs on the USB USB Contents Menu...

  • Page 24: Movies Via Usb

    Playing movie files via USB The USB will automatically default to music even if there is no music on the USB, if you don't want it to default to music, you can turn this function off via settings (see page 31). To view your movie files, select video from the main menu Home Skip back...

  • Page 25: File Browser

    File Browser If you would like to view your files in the one place, select File Browser from the main menu Home USB external memory Back to previous screen Copy Internal memory SD card external memory Delete Notes: If a file is selected, the copy/cut/delete menu will appear. If you wish to move a file, you can opt to copy or cut it.

  • Page 26: Street Navigation (Optional)

    Street Navigation (optional) If you have purchased the Polaris Maxx unit with preloaded maps then the iGo/Tom Tom will load when you select navigation from the main menu. Alternatively, you can select the iGo app from the main menu Head over to www.mypolaris.com.au to download the navigation user manual.

  • Page 27: Other Features Overview

    Other features DVR: Allows you to plug in an aftermarket DVR camera via USB for recording APK installer: Allows you to install and manage APK files Clock: Alarm / World Clock / Timer & Stopwatch function GPS Info: Displays satellite strength information Adobe Reader: allows you to view PDF documents Calendar: Calendar feature Google Chrome: Use Google Chrome to browse the internet when...
  • Page 28 Google Maps: Opens Google maps for navigation Google play store: Open Google play store for downloading apps onto the unit Voice search: Allows you to utilise OK Google with the Polaris Maxx Steering wheel study: Allows you to reprogram your steering wheel controls if necessary.

  • Page 29: Settings Overview

    Settings Wireless & Networks WiFi Connect to local Wifi network • Turn WiFi on/off • Bluetooth Change bluetooth name • Change bluetooth pin number • Autoconnect on/off • • Auto answer on/off See past paired devices • Data Usage Wifi Data usage •...
  • Page 30 Apps View/manage your apps • Screenshot Select delay time • settings Set location of screenshot • Display screen icon in the status bar • Storage View/manage storage • Memory View memory • Users View/manage user profiles • Personal Location Change location mode high accuracy/battery saving / •...
  • Page 31 Monitor GPS information • Driving settings Allow to watch video while driving on/off • *Polaris does not endorse this feature Block notifications whilst driving on/off • Extra Settings • Shutdown delay when accessories is off Play music as soon as USB is inserted on/off •...
  • Page 32 Amplifier Manually modify equaliser • Set custom equaliser • Speaker settings • Factory Settings Password is 126 Change start-up logo • Enable front camera (can be found in other tab) • Nominate a time interval for front camera to switch on •...

  • Page 33: Multitasking Split Screen

    Multitasking Split Screen The Polaris Maxx unit will allow you to view 2 apps at once via the multitasking feature. Please note: Some 3rd party apps may not be supported. To view 2 apps in split screen, open the first app.
  • Page 34 Drag your first app over to the left: Tap the other app that you wish to view in split screen and it should adjust size and appear on the right hand side: To exit multitask split screen, select the multi tasking icon and the right hand side app will appear with a cross underneath, touch the cross to close the app Simply drag the app that appears on the left hand side to open in full screen...

  • Page 35: Av In (Optional)

    AV In (optional) AV in will allow you to plug in a second reversing camera with RCA type plugs. The camera can be accessed anytime through the main menu. PLEASE NOTE: If you want to add a second camera to a trailer, we recommend installing our 2 way control box with a toggle switch as it will allow you to override the reverse camera function.

  • Page 36: Front Camera (Optional)

    Front Cam (optional) The Polaris Maxx will allow you to plug a front camera in via the front camera input. You will need to go into the factory settings to turn this function on: Select settings from the main menu...

  • Page 37: Car Play / Android Auto Usb (Optional)

    Car Play & Android Auto USB Add-on (Optional) If you have purchased the additional car play dongle, Polaris will install the AutoPlay APK file for you so it is ready for you to use. Step 1: Plug the USB dongle into one of the USB inputs.

  • Page 38: Touch Button Panel

    Touch Button Panel 1 2 3 Internal Bluetooth Mic Back to previous screen Reset Hole Adjust volume level down Standby mode Adjust volume level up Return home Shortcuts At any time you can hold or drag the status bar down to quickly access features such as: Wifi, Bluetooth, Volume, brightness, Amplifier, speed management settings and general settings.

  • Page 39: Wiring

    Wiring 9 10 GPS Antenna input Vid in/AUX L/ AUX R Main Power Harness Not used RR, RL, FR, FL Audio out/ Vid out 1&2 / SUB 2 x USB inputs / Bluetooth mic Not used Not used Not used 10.

  • Page 40: Main Harness Wiring

    Radio Antenna adaptor (plugs into camera, plug this cable into the female cam in jack located in harness) input no. 10 (see page 38) 1 Din Radio Antenna (plugs into the 10. 6 pin plug— back of Polaris Maxx) Factory Camera input...

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Set up to 12 AM pre-set channels USB Flash Drive Supports up to 16GB USB Inputs: 2 x USB inputs. Polaris Maxx comes with an adaptor to plug your factory USB in Supports iPod/iPhone/iPad: For Charging only File Formats Supported:...
  • Page 42 NOTES: *Optional Extra Caravan / Trailer camera* Functionality: Yes, when working in conjunction with Polaris control box via AV-in function Second camera can be plugged via AV-in (yellow RCA jack) but reverse camera will al- AV-in ways override when vehicle is in reverse...

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