2004 Buick Rendezvous Navigation System Overview ........................................................ Overview .................................................. Features and Controls ..................................... Features and Controls ................................ 1-1 1-2 2-1 2-2 M Navigation Audio System ................................ 3-1 Navigation Audio System ............................ 3-2 Index .................................................................
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Section 1 Overview Overview .........................................................1-2 Introduction ...................................................1-2 Screen Setup .................................................
Overview Introduction 1-2
A. Power/Volume Knob. See Navigation System Screen on page 2-4. B. NAV RPT (Navigation Repeat) Key. See Navigation System Screen on page 2-4. C. NAV (Navigation) Key. See Navigation System Screen on page 2-4. D. BAND Key. See “Playing the Radio” under Navigation Audio System on page 3-2. E. SEEK Key. See “Finding a Station” under Navigation Audio System on page 3-2. F. CD Key. See “Playing CDs” under Navigation Audio System on page 3-2. G. Audio Key.
Before you begin to operate the navigation system, read this manual thoroughly to become familiar with it and to understand how the system works. Screen Setup The navigation system allows you to do the following: • Plan a route with provided turn-by-turn route and map guidance with voice prompts. • Select a destination using various methods and choices. • Receive broadcast announcements on traffic and emergency alert communications. The information in the system may not always be complete.
Contrast/Brightness Language To adjust the contrast or brightness of the navigation screen, choose the desired option by selecting it with the joystick. Use the joystick to raise or lower the contrast or brightness to the desired level. You will see the screen change as you adjust the contrast or brightness. Your vehicle has been set for the English language, but you may also select French for all instructional text and voice prompts.
Voice Volume To adjust the volume of the voice prompts you receive from the system, do the following: 1. Press the menu key. 2. Select Voice Volume. 3. Use the joystick to raise or lower the volume. The voice prompt will come on with each adjustment to give you an idea of the volume at each level. 4. Once you have reached the desired volume level, press the back key to return to the previous screen.
Adjust Clock To change the hours/minutes on the clock, do the following: 1. Using the joystick, highlight the time, and press the joystick to select it. 2. Move the joystick up or down to adjust the hour. 3. Once the desired hour is reached, move the joystick to the right to highlight the minutes. 4. Move the joystick up or down to adjust the minutes. 5. When the desired minutes have been reached, press OK to save the change, or select Enter to adjust other time options before you press OK to save.
Daylight Savings: With this feature ON, the navigation system will automatically adjust the time for Daylight Savings. Using the joystick, you may also choose OFF to turn this feature off. English/Metric Units Time Zone: This feature allows you to choose from four different time zones: P.S.T. (Pacific), M.S.T. (Mountain), C.S.T. (Central) and E.S.T. (Eastern). Use the joystick to choose the desired zone.
Section 2 Features and Controls Features and Controls ......................................2-2 Using the Navigation System ...........................2-2 Navigation System Screen ...............................2-4 Maps ............................................................2-4 Symbols ........................................................2-6 Navigation Menu ............................................2-7 Global Positioning System (GPS) ....................2-30 Vehicle Positioning ................
Features and Controls Hard Keys Using the Navigation System The following hard keys are located to the left of the navigation screen: This section presents basic information you will need to know to operate the navigation system. The main navigation menu displays a number of options which offer information on a variety of topics. See Navigation Menu on page 2-7 for more information.
) (Map): Press the map key to view the map screen showing current vehicle position. DEST (Destination): Press the DEST key to display the Destination menu. See “Destination” under Navigation Menu on page 2-7 for more information. y (Menu): Press the menu key to display the main navigation menu. See Navigation Menu on page 2-7 for more information. The alpha keypad will automatically be displayed when the system needs you to input a street or city name.
Navigation System Screen The navigation screen is located in the center of the instrument panel. See the navigatino system overview under Introduction on page 1-2 for more information. P (Power/Volume Knob): Press the power/volume knob to turn on the audio and navigation systems. Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume to the audio system. Press the knob again to turn off the audio and navigation systems.
When your vehicle is delivered from the factory, the dealer may have installed the map DVD. If the DVD was not installed in your vehicle when first purchased, do the following: 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON or ACCESSORY. 2. If already loaded, eject the map DVD or audio CD from the slot. 3. Load the map DVD into the slot by inserting it partway. The system will pull it in.
Symbols This symbol indicates the map with North up. The following symbols are the most common that appear on a map screen. Your vehicle is shown as this symbol. It indicates the current position of your vehicle on the map. This red bulls-eye symbol will appear on the map to show your destination after a route has been planned. See “Destination” under Navigation Menu on page 2-7 for information on planning a route.
Navigation Menu • • • • • • Voice Volume DVD (DVD Information) Edit Route Route Preview Nav (Navigation) Setup Memory Points A detailed description of each item follows in this section. Suspend Guidance The main navigation menu allows you to choose from a list of options, and to use the available keys to make system adjustments and plan routes. Press the menu key to access the main navigation menu.
Map Appearance Heading up: This feature orients the map with the direction you are driving at the top of the map screen, regardless of which direction is North. 3D view: This feature gives maps a 3-dimensional view, and will remain in the Heading up position. Arrow: This feature continually displays directional turn guidance for your next maneuver. Turn list: This feature lists information on your next three maneuvers, including the distance to the turn, and street names.
Voice Volume To adjust the volume of the voice prompts you receive from the system, do the following: 1. Press the menu key. 2. Select Voice Volume. 3. Use the joystick to raise or lower the volume. The voice prompt will come on with each adjustment to give you an idea of the volume at each level. 4. Once you have reached the desired volume level, press the back key to return to the previous screen.
Edit Route This function allows you to recalculate a route based on your preferences. You can also add, reorder, or delete destinations, and adjust road preference settings. 2-10 The Search Condition screen allows you to select your route preference by choosing from Fastest, Shortest, or Alternative route. By selecting the Fastest route, you will be routed along main roads and highways, which does not necessarily mean it will be the shortest route.
Route Preview The Route Preference screen allows you to select your road preferences by setting which types of roads you wish to use and avoid. Selecting Route preview from the main navigation menu displays the map screen with the route highlighted. The route is traced by the vehicle symbol as you travel. You can preview the route from the starting position to the destination.
Nav (Navigation) Setup Notify seasonal restrict (restrictions): This feature can route you around seasonal restrictions, such as a closed road. Choose On to have your routes automatically calculated around seasonal restrictions, or Off to turn this feature off. Estimated travel time: This feature displays the estimated time to travel from your current position to the destination. Choose On to have the estimated travel time displayed with the distance to destination, or Off to turn this feature off.
Voice guide in all mode: With this feature On, you will hear navigation voice prompts while in Audio and CD modes. Choose Off to turn off the voice prompts in those modes. Current street name: With this feature On, the current street name will be displayed. Choose Off to turn this feature off. Map color (Day): This feature allows you to adjust the daytime map appearance using the joystick. Choose between Normal, Auto, 1, 2,3 or 4. The numbered settings vary the color scheme of the map display.
Memory Points Choosing to register a Memory Point will take you to the Destination entry screen. The name, location, information, and icon for a Memory Point may be edited. Five preset destinations, as well as one for Home, may be registered or edited. The five preset destinations and Home are the only destination selections available from the Destination entry screen while the vehicle is moving.
Destination The Destination screen will give you more ways to plan a route by entering destination points. Press the DEST key to display the Destination screen. The Destination screen allows you to select the area to be searched for your destination. A map of the United States and a part of Canada divided into 8 regions will be shown.
To enter a destination, choose from one of the following destination entry methods: Address Enter the street name using the alpha keypad. See “Alpha-Numeric Keypad” under Using the Navigation System on page 2-2 for more information. Do not include name extensions such as N., or Drive. For example, the street name N. Civic Center Drive should be entered as Civic Center. As information is entered, the system will automatically search for available names, and the List key will become available.
Point of Interest (POI) The Point of Interest (POI) destination entry method allows you to choose a destination from the POI list. Selecting POI from the Destination screen brings up the Point of Interest entry menu. The POIs in the database are cross referenced between Name, Category and City Names. You may search for a POI by using a combination of the following three methods: • Type in a POI by name using the alpha-numeric keypad.
The following list shows the types of facilities in the DVD database that you can choose from when using POI options. GM brand names can be selected to locate automobile related facilities specific to that brand name.
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Movie Theater Museums Night Club ® Oldsmobile Other Park & Ride Park/Recreation Area Parking Garage Parking Lot Performing Arts Police Station ® Pontiac Post Office Public Sports Airport Rental Car Agency Railway Station Restaurant • • • • • • • • • • • • Saab® Saturn® School Shopping Ski Resort Sports Complex Theatre Tourist Attraction Tourist Information Town Hall University Winery If an arrow appears to the right or left of the item name, the complete name is too
Memory Points The Memory points destination entry method allows you to select a destination by choosing from a list of marked points on the map that were previously marked. Memory points include up to 30 saved points and five preset destinations. Selecting marked points from the Destination screen allows you to select any one of the marked points as the active destination. Marked points can also be sorted by icon, date saved, or alphabetically.
Preset Destination Previous Destination The Preset destination entry method allows you to select destinations that were registered as presets 1 through 5. Besides the Home preset destination, these are the only presets available for selection while the vehicle is moving. Once your destination entry is complete, a screen with the destination preview menu will be displayed. See “Destination Preview Menu” later in this section for more information.
Intersection Now begin entering the second street name, and choose the desired street name from the list. After both street names in the intersection have been selected, a list of cities containing the selected intersection will appear. If there are several cities that contain that specific intersection, you must specify a city. Select the desired city from the list. The route will then be calculated, and you will hear a voice prompt directing you to “Proceed to the highlighted route.
Phone Number The Phone Number destination entry method allows you to search for a point of interest (POI) destination by entering the POI phone number. Use the joystick to enter the POI phone number on the numeric keypad and select OK. The destination location will then be displayed. Most phone numbers for POIs included in the DVD database can be entered to locate a destination. Cellular phone numbers and internal company phone numbers cannot be entered to locate a destination.
Emergency Freeway Entrance/Exit The Emergency destination entry method allows you to select a destination by choosing from a list of emergency facilities. The list will vary by area. Selecting Police Station or Hospital will display a list. The list can be changed to appear in alphabetical order, or in order by distance. The Freeway Entrance/Exit destination entry method allows you to select a destination by entering a freeway entrance or exit point.
Prev (Previous) Start Point The Previous start point destination entry method allows you to select the last start point as a destination. Once your destination entry is complete, a screen with the destination preview menu will be displayed. See “Destination Preview Menu” later in this section for more information. Home The Home destination entry method allows you to choose home as a destination. Use the joystick to select Home from the Destination screen.
Destination Preview Menu Replace: This option will replace a destination to the current route of the displayed destination. Info: This option will display the telephone number for the point of interest (POI) which contains the displayed information in the database. Route preference: This option will display the Route Preference screen. To adjust your route preferences, select Change, located below the road type icons.
Map Menu After selecting one of the three routes, the road distance and estimated travel time will be displayed. The Fastest route means you will be routed along main roads and highways, and does not necessarily mean it is the shortest route. Once you select a destination and begin your route, you can press the center of the joystick to view a menu with additional route options.
Once you choose POI selection, the Show POI Icons screen will appear and display the different POI categories. Use the joystick to select up to five different POI categories. The icons for the selected categories will then be displayed on the map. To view a list of local POIs, select Local POI List. The Local POI List screen will list the closest POIs from the categories you have selected. You can sort these POIs by distance, icon/category, or name.
To view POI information, move the joystick so that the joystick indicator is located on the desired POI icon, and press the joystick to select it. Once a POI is selected, select Guide from the menu that is now being displayed. This will display the POI name and distance from the vehicle’s current location. While the POI icon is surrounded by a red box, you can press the joystick again to select it, and the POI name, address, and phone number will also be displayed.
Global Positioning System (GPS) The Navigation System determines the position of your vehicle by using satellite signals, various vehicle signals and map data. The Global Positioning System (GPS) locates the current position of your vehicle using signals sent by the United States Department of Defense GPS Satellites. While your vehicle is receiving signals from the satellites, GPS will not appear on the map screen.
• The vehicle has just been transferred by a vehicle Problems with Route Guidance carrier or a ferry. • The current position calibration is set incorrectly. • The vehicle is being driven at high speeds. • The vehicle is repeating a change of directions by going forward and backward, or turning on a turn table in a parking lot. • The vehicle is entering and/or exiting a parking lot or garage with a roof. • The vehicle has a roof carrier, ski or bike rack installed on it.
If the System Needs Service Database Coverage Explanations If you are still experiencing difficulty with your navigation system after reading this information, see your dealer for assistance. Coverage areas vary with respect to the level of map detail available for any given area. Some areas will feature greater levels of detail than others. If this happens, it does not mean there is a problem with the system.
Section 3 Navigation Audio System Navigation Audio System ..................................
Navigation Audio System Playing the Radio The audio system has been designed to operate easily and give years of listening pleasure. You will get the most enjoyment out of it if you acquaint yourself with it first. Find out what your audio system can do and how to operate all its features, to be sure you’re getting the most out of the advanced engineering that went into it. The audio system can be operated using the knobs and hard keys located on both sides of the navigation screen.
Finding a Station Setting Preset Stations BAND: Press this key to access the BAND screen and to switch between AM, FM1, FM2, or XM1 and XM2, if equipped. Each radio band has six station presets accessible. The six multi-function keys located to the right of the navigation screen, allow you to store your favorite stations. You can store up to 30 stations (6 AM, 6 FM1, 6 FM2, 6 XM1 and 6 XM2, if equipped).
Audio Screen FM2 Source Shown, Other Sources Similar FM1 Source Shown, Other Sources Similar If the radio is on while the navigation system is not in use, this audio screen will display the current station information, as well as list the presets for the current band. 3-4 If the radio is on while the navigation system is in use, a smaller audio screen will appear, located on the left side of the map screen. This audio screen will display the current audio information, such as band and station.
desired level. Then, as you drive, SCV automatically increases the volume, as necessary, to overcome noise at any speed. The volume level should always sound the same to you as you drive. EQ (Equalizer): While in the Audio menu, use the keys labeled EQ1 through EQ5 to choose preset bass, midrange, and treble equalization settings. The CUSTOM key allows you to choose and set the equalization levels you desire.
Radio Data Systems (RDS) RDS Option Menu Your audio system is equipped with a Radio Data System (RDS). Using RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek only to stations broadcasting the selected type of programming. • Seek to stations with traffic announcements. • Receive announcements concerning local and national emergencies. • Display messages from radio stations. RDS features are only available on FM stations that broadcast RDS information.
Press the SEEK up or down arrow to look for other stations with that PTY. If a station with the selected PTY is not found, the radio will return to the original station. PTY (Program Type): The program types (PTY) you can select from include: Adult Hits, Classical, Classical Rock, College, Country, Information, Jazz, Language, News, Nostalgia, Oldies, Personality, Public, Rhythm and Blues, Religious Music, Religious Talk, Rock Music, Soft, Soft Rock, Soft R & B, Sports, Talk, Top 40 and Weather.
Traffic: This option allows you to hear traffic announcements. With this feature ON, if a traffic announcement is available, it will interrupt what you are currently listening to. When the traffic announcement is over, the previous audio selection will resume. When the Traffic feature is ON, TA will appear next to the clock on the bottom right corner of the screen. The radio will continue to search for stations with the capability to broadcast traffic information.
XM™ Options When XM™ is active, the channel name and number, song title and artist will be displayed on the screen. To access the XM™ Options, you must be in the Radio screen with the XM1 or XM2 band active. Select Options at the bottom of the screen to access the XM™ Menu. This menu allows you to seek or scan for stations based on their category. While in this menu you can use the joystick to scroll through the categories you want to seek to.
XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit Language Channels) XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). XM Updating Updating encryption code The encryption code in your receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds.
XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d) Radio Display Message Condition Action Required No CAT Info Category Name not available No category information is available at this time on this channel. Your system is working properly. Not Found No channel available for the chosen category There are no channels available for the category you selected. Your system is working properly. No Information No Text/Informational message available No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel.
Playing a Compact Disc Remove the navigation map DVD from the slot and return it to its case. Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player will pull it in. There will be a 12 to 15 second delay while the CD is read, before it begins to play. When the player begins to read a CD, the Disc Check in Process message will appear briefly to remind you of the delay. When the map DVD is reinserted and read, the DVD Check in Process message will appear briefly to remind you of the delay.
[ (Forward): Press and hold this key to quickly advance within a track. As the CD advances, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage. Release this key to play the passage. r (Reverse): Press and hold this key to quickly reverse within a track. As the CD reverses, elapsed time will be displayed to help you find the correct passage. Release this key to play the passage.
Rear Seat Entertainment System RSE Messages CD ERROR: If this message appears on the navigation screen, the DVD or CD is not being read by the system. The DVD or CD could be dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. You may also be driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the DVD or CD should play. RSE ERROR: If this message appears on the navigation screen, the RSE system is not working properly.
A Adjust Clock .................................................... Alpha-Numeric Keypad ...................................... Audio Screen ................................................... Audio System .................................................. F 1-7 2-3 3-4 3-2 Finding a Station .............................................. 3-3 G Global Positioning System (GPS) ...................... 2-30 B Beep .............................................................. 1-5 H Hard Keys ...............
Map DVDs (cont.) Map Scales ..................................................... 2-5 Maps .............................................................. 2-4 Memory Points ............................................... 2-14 Menu Navigation .................................................... 2-7 N S Screen Color ................................................... Screen Setup ................................................... Setting Preset Stations ......................................
