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Table of Contents Introduction ..................................4 Real Time Traffic Display.............23 Manual Overview ............................4 System Overview ............................4 Accessories Precautions ..................5 Important Safety Information ..........5 Map Overview .................................6 Viewing Flow Data .......................... 23 Viewing Incident Reports................. 24 Showing the Map of State ................ 46 Showing the Map of Continental USA...
Table of Contents Destination Icon ...........................61 Landmark and Incident Icons ........62 Showing Icons on the Map .............. 65 Icon Options ................................... 65 Going Off the Route ......................67 Off-road Tracking .........................67 Viewing/Saving the Current Location .....................................68 Pop-ups and Disclaimers ...............69 Changing the Route .......................70 Change Route By Screen .................
Table of Contents System Initialization.................109 System Initialization....................109 Entering the Security Code..........109 GPS Initialization ........................110 Map Matching .............................110 System Limitations ...................111 Database Limitations ...............113 Client Assistance.......................115 Reporting Errors ..........................115 Acura Automobile Client Services ....................................115 Visiting Your Dealer ......
Introduction Manual Overview The manual is divided into the following sections: • Getting started - A basic introduction that discusses the controls and how to communicate with the system. • Entering a Destination - How to enter an address or locate a point of interest (POI). • Driving to your Destination - An explanation of the map features, guidance, and cautions.
Introduction The navigation system applies this location, direction, and speed information to the maps and calculates a route to the destination you enter. As you drive to that destination, the system provides map and voice guidance. The navigation system is easy to use. The locations of many places of business and entertainment are already entered in the system. You can select any of them as a destination by using the Interface Dial or voice control.
Introduction WARNING Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away from the road, causing a crash in which you could be seriously injured or killed. Follow all operating instructions and safety information in this manual. While driving, do not look at the screen or operate the system controls for more than a second or so at a time, and only after deciding you can do so safely. Pull to the side of the road if you need more time to look at the screen or operate the controls.
Introduction Verified streets (dark colored) Unverified streets (light colored) When displayed These roads are found within metropolitan areas, and include interstate freeways and major roads connecting cities. These roads are found in rural areas, and typically include residential streets away from the center of a town. Street color Shown on daytime map screen as black or red, such as interstate freeways. Shown on the daytime map screen as light brown.
User Agreement In using this DVD “Satellite Linked Navigation System” (the “DVD”), which includes HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. software, ALPINE ELECTRONICS, INC. software, NAVTEQ database contents, INFO USA CORPORATION database, ZAGAT SURVEY database contents, and ZENRIN CO. database contents (hereinafter referred to as “Licensors”), you are bound by the terms and conditions set forth below. By using your copy of the DVD, you have expressed your Agreement to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
User Agreement • The terms and conditions hereof apply to all subsequent users and owners as well as to the original purchaser. • The logos of oil companies, hotels, and convenience stores are displayed for your information and convenience, and in no way implies any sponsorship, approval or endorsement of these companies, or their products. The logos are trademarks of their respective owners.
Getting Started System Controls MAP/GUIDE button Displays the map. When on a route, switches between the map and guidance screens. See page 20 or 54. CANCEL button Cancels the current screen and returns to the previous screen display.
Getting Started Display mode button Switches the display between Day mode, Night mode, and OFF. See page 104. Interface Dial/ENTER button Knob ENTER In almost all cases, you can enter a selection into the system by pushing in on the Interface Dial. When you are displaying a map, rotating the Interface Dial knob allows you to change the scale. Rotating it clockwise reduces the scale, showing less area with greater detail.
Getting Started Screen All selections and instructions are displayed on the screen. The Display is not a “touch screen” - you enter information into the system either by voice or by using the Interface Dial. Lower Display Shows a summary of the audio and climate control information, as well as the time. This summary is helpful as a confirmation when adjusting audio or climate by voice. Clean the screen with a soft, damp cloth. You may use a mild cleanser intended for use on liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
Getting Started Voice Control Basics Your vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation of most of the navigation system functions. You can also control the audio system and the climate control system. The voice control system uses the NAVI TALK and NAVI BACK buttons on the steering wheel and a microphone near the map light on the ceiling.
Getting Started Using the Voice Control System You should use the voice control system as much as possible, and consider manual entry using the Interface Dial as a “back-up” method of entry. Most of the system’s functions can be controlled by voice commands activated with the NAVI TALK button. To control your navigation system by voice: • Press and release the NAVI TALK button. • Wait for the beep. • Give a voice command.
Getting Started • Close the windows and the sunroof. • After pressing and releasing the NAVI TALK button, wait for the beep, then give a voice command. • Give a voice command in a clear, natural speaking voice without pausing between words. • If the system cannot recognize your command because of background noise, speak louder. • If more than one person is speaking at the same time, the system may misinterpret your command.
Getting Started Entering Information When the system needs input from you, the display changes to a screen similar to the one at the right. You can then use the displayed letters, numbers, or symbols to enter information. You can enter your keyboard input in either of the following ways: • Say the desired letter, number, or symbol on the screen if you are entering a City Street name.
Getting Started System Start-up When you turn the ignition to ON (II), it takes several seconds for the navigation system to boot up. The first screen to appear is the navigation system globe screen. The screen then changes to the Disclaimer screen: Read this disclaimer carefully so you understand it before continuing. Push in on the Interface Dial to select OK, and the map screen will appear on the display. The “OK” cannot be activated by voice.
Getting Started If you press the CANCEL button, the message will be displayed the next time you start the vehicle. NOTE: The system will display the current message and any older or previously unread messages, with the newest message listed first. Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® If you have a Bluetooth compatible cell phone that is “paired,” then CALL on the Calculate route to screen is enabled. When you select CALL, the system dials the number shown on the screen.
Getting Started The navigation system uses the driver number (as recognized by the MID) to personalize the navigation system. For example, if Driver 1 unlocks the vehicle, the “Driver 1” Personal address book and other navigation settings are automatically loaded when the vehicle is started. There is no way to change from one driver’s settings to the others while driving.
Getting Started Map Screen Legend Map Orientation (see page 61) “Breadcrumbs” (see Off-road Tracking on page 67) “North Up” “Heading Up” GPS Signal Strength : Best Reception : Good Reception Missing: Poor/No Reception Streets (see Map Overview on page 6) Dark Red: Interstates or Freeways Black: Verified Streets Light Brown: Unverified Streets School Grocery Store Restaurant Gas Station ATM Hotel/Lodging Parking Lot Parking Garage Post Office Construction Weather Map Features Dark Green: Park
Getting Started Map Screen Description Zoom In/Out Rotate the Interface Dial knob to change the map scale. Zooming in increases the detail, while zooming out gives you a wide area view. After changing the scale, give the system a few moments to update the display. Map Scrolling To view other map areas, move the Interface Dial left, right, up, or down. The map will shift in that direction. To return the map to your current location, press either the MAP/GUIDE, the CANCEL, or the NAVI BACK button.
Getting Started Traffic Display Legend Viewing Incident Details: To view the incident details, use the Interface Dial to position the cursor (round red circle below) over an incident icon and push in. Incident Icons Accident / Incident (other) Message Icon Indicates that you have a message. View messages by pushing in on the Interface Dial. See page 75. Hearing Incident Details: To have the message read to you, push in on the Interface Dial a second time.
Getting Started Real Time Traffic Display The navigation screen can display upto-the-minute traffic information when available including flow (traffic speed), accidents, and construction on freeways in more than 40 major metro areas. See page 130 for a list of the current US cities that offer traffic information. The display of traffic flow and incidents on your map screen is optional and can be turned On/Off by selecting the “Traffic” icon on the Icon bar (see Showing Icons on the Map on page 65).
Getting Started Naturally, only roads with these sensors will show traffic information. The amount of flow data varies considerably from one city to another. This map display is refreshed continuously. You can only view traffic information in the city where you are located.
Getting Started Listing Traffic Incidents from the “Map Menu” Select Traffic Incidents from the Map menu. A list of all incidents within the metro traffic area will be displayed. See Map Menu on page 56. No Traffic within 30 Miles If you say “Display traffic incidents” or select Traffic Incidents but there are no incidents within 30 miles of your current location, the following screen will be displayed.
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Entering a Destination When you press the MENU button, the display changes to: Address (see page 28) This selection requires you to enter the city (and possibly the state), and the address that you want to go to. Address Book (see page 32) This selection allows you to select a stored address. The system can store up to a combined total of 200 Driver 1 and Driver 2 addresses. Places (see page 33) The system has been programmed with the locations of many businesses, parks, hospitals, etc.
Entering a Destination By Address After you select Address from the Enter destination by screen, the display changes to: Tip: • When entering an address by voice, it is more efficient to say the city name first, then the street name. • When entering an address by the Interface Dial, it is usually easier to enter the street first. A city or cities that the street appears in will be displayed. For your convenience, you do not have to enter both city and street.
Entering a Destination To enter the city name by voice spelling, say or select CHANGE TO SPELL MODE on the Say city name screen, and the display will change to the Enter city name screen. Say the city name by saying individual letters, or words that represent the letters, one at a time. The system has a talk back function. If your spoken letter is not recognized, the system will talk back to you.
Entering a Destination If the system does not find an exact match, select LIST when you finish entering the name of the city. Most of the cities and towns for that state are listed. Listings of cities and towns in the nondetailed coverage area may have an asterisk “*” next to their names. If you select one, a pop-up box is displayed saying; “No detailed street data is available...”, and a street address cannot be entered (see Map Coverage on page 119).
Entering a Destination The system has a talk back function. If your spoken letter is not recognized, the system will talk back to you. For example, if you say “E” but the system does not recognize the command, it will ask you “Please select the number of the input letter from the list” and the following pop-up box will appear: By Interface Dial: After you have selected the city, or if you selected Street in the beginning, the display changes to the Enter street name screen.
Entering a Destination Entering the Street Number After you have completed the street name, the display changes to the Enter street number screen. Use the voice control system and say the address number as a continuous string of numbers. For example, the address 1527 should be spoken as “One, five, two, seven.” You can also use the Interface Dial to enter the street number. Some address numbers may not be available on the selected street.
Entering a Destination Scroll through the list to find your desired destination. After you select it, the system then displays the Calculate route to screen (see Driving to Your Destination on page 50). Adding Addresses to the Personal Address Book There are two ways to enter addresses to the personal Address Book: • Entering them in the personal Address Book feature in Setup (see page 85). • Adding them in the Address Book directly from the Calculate route to screen (see page 50).
Entering a Destination Finding the Place by Category The Category option gives you a list of categories or types of businesses to select from with the following screen: Auto Service The subcategories are: Acura Dealers, Honda Dealers, Gas Stations, etc. Banking The subcategories are: ATM, Bank, etc. Community The subcategories are: City Hall, Civic/ Community Center, Convention/ Exhibition Center, Court House, Higher Education, Library, Post Office, and School, etc.
Entering a Destination By voice, select the “Z” icon by saying “Zagat list number X” (where X is the line number 1-3). Alternatively use the Interface Dial to first select the line item, and push the dial to the right to view the survey. Say “Read List” or move the Interface Dial right, and the review will be read to you. Say OK or push in on the Interface Dial to display the Calculate route to screen. See Key to Zagat Ratings on page 79 for details on the key to ratings.
Entering a Destination After selecting a category, the system will give you the options of Place Name by Keyword, Sort by Distance to Travel, City Vicinity, or Place Name with the following screen: Place Name by Keyword If you do not know the exact name of the destination, you can find the place with a keyword. When you select this option, the display changes to: You can find your destination with keyword using the Sort by Distance to Travel option or City Vicinity option.
Entering a Destination Sort by Distance to Travel When you select this option, the system gives you a list of all the places in the subcategory. This list is arranged by distance from your current location, with the closest at the top of the list. City Vicinity The system allows you to find points of interest in the vicinity of the city you entered. When you select this option, the display changes to Enter city name screen. Enter the name of the city using the Interface Dial.
Entering a Destination Finding the Place by Name The Name option allows you to enter the name of a business, and then shows you a list of businesses with the same or similar names to select from. Use the name option only if you know the exact spelling of the place. If unsure, use the Category option. Finding the Place by Phone Number The Phone Number option allows you to select a destination by its telephone number.
Entering a Destination When you select a sorting method, the list of restaurants will appear. You can see the survey for a listed item by moving the dial to the right, or by saying “Zagat list number X” (where X is the number 1-3). Once you select a restaurant, the system then displays the Calculate route to screen (see Driving to Your Destination on page 50). NOTE: See Key to Zagat Ratings on page 79 for details on the key to ratings.
Entering a Destination Selecting the City This is helpful if the street runs through several cities, and you know what city includes the street. The city you are in is displayed on the screen. If the city you want is displayed on the screen, say “Select current city.” If your desired destination is in another city, say or enter another city. To enter the city name by voice spelling, say or select CHANGE TO SPELL MODE on the Say city name screen, and the display will change to the Enter city name screen.
Entering a Destination By Interface Dial: Select City, and the display then changes to the Enter city name screen. Use the Interface Dial to enter the name of the city. If the system does not find an exact match, select LIST when you finish entering the name of the city. Most of the cities and towns for that state are listed. The system will display a list of city names, with the closest match to the name you entered at the top of the list. Select the number (1-6) of the desired city from the list.
Entering a Destination Say the street name by saying individual letters or numbers, or words that represents the letters, one at a time. The system has a talk back function. If your spoken letter is not recognized, the system will talk back to you.
Entering a Destination The system will display a list of street names, with the closest match to the name you entered at the top of the list. Select the number (1-6) of the desired street from the list. After you have completed the first street name, the display changes to the Enter intersecting street screen. Enter the name of the other intersecting street by saying the item number, or selecting the item number using the Interface Dial.
Entering a Destination By Previous Destinations Every time you route to a destination, that destination is saved by the system. Up to 50 destinations can be stored. Select Previous Destinations from the Enter destination by screen to choose one of those destinations. After you select Previous Destinations, the display lists the last 50 destinations entered, with the most recent appearing first. 44 Navigation System NOTE: • If Previous Destinations is grayed out, there is no Previous Destination entered.
Entering a Destination By Map Input After you select Map Input from the Enter destination by screen, the display changes to: Showing the Map of Current Position The Current Position selection assumes that you are looking for a destination in the immediate area. The display changes to: The yellow box indicates the area you will see when you click on the current map with the Interface Dial.
Entering a Destination Showing the Map of City With the City selection, the display changes to the Enter city name screen. Showing the Map of State With the State selection, the display changes to the Select a state screen. When you have entered the desired city, the display changes to a map. The starting location will be the central position in the selected city. After you select the desired state, the display changes to a map of the state, with the cross hairs located near the middle.
Entering a Destination Showing the Map of Continental USA With the Continental USA selection, the display changes to: Use the Interface Dial to move the cross hairs to the area of the country close to your intended destination. Then push in on the Interface Dial. The map scale changes to display a closer view of the area you selected. If desired, rotate the Interface Dial knob to change the map scale. When you have the cross hairs on the desired icon, map feature, or road, push in on the Interface Dial.
Entering a Destination Editing Today’s Destination List If you change your plans, you can modify the Today’s Destination list order by distance, or by order of entry. Say or select Sort by Entry to sort the list by the entry order, and say or select Sort by Distance to sort the list by the distance order. To delete a destination, say or select DELETE and the display changes to Select a destination to delete screen. Select the destination to delete.
Entering a Destination NOTE: When finishing a “Today’s Destinations” trip, the Today’s Destination list entries are stored to the Previous Destination list, beginning with the date (e.g., item 1 shown below). This entry contains all the destinations that were included in the Today’s Destinations itinerary. This allows you to re-select the entire Today’s Destinations content at a later date.
Driving to Your Destination Driving to Your Destination Calculate Route to Screen A route typically has three phases. • Initial route calculation (Calculate route to screen) (see page 50). ADD TO Address Book Allows you to add the destination to your Address Book. See By Address Book on page 32. • Change the route while en route (see page 70). • Resume the route when restarting the engine (see Continue Trip Screen on page 74). Say or select OK.
Driving to Your Destination Changing the Routing Method The system lets you select the way you want to drive to your destination. Select CHANGE METHOD by moving the Interface Dial down. NOTE: • If the keyless remotes are unlinked (guest mode), changes to the routing method are not saved. • If the trip is greater than 100 miles, then “Minimize Freeways” and “Minimize Toll Roads” may be grayed out. This is normal.
Driving to Your Destination NOTE: • The selected route method and pertinent details are shown at the top of the screen. • It may take several minutes (the system displays an hour glass while it is calculating) to show all route methods, and it is not unusual for the different methods to pick the same route. Voice commands cannot be used while the system is calculating. • If the trip is greater than 100 miles, then “Minimize Toll Roads” and “Minimize Freeways” may be grayed out. This is normal.
Driving to Your Destination Viewing the Destination Map Selecting View Dest. Map displays a map of the destination vicinity. Press the CANCEL or NAVI BACK button to return. You can view the destination map anytime while on route saying “Display destination map.” Map Screen When you select OK on the Calculate route to screen, the map screen appears, showing your highlighted route in real time.
Driving to Your Destination Map Screen Legend Map Orientation (see page 61) Streets (see Map Overview on page 6, or Unverified Area Routing on page 92) Dark Red: Interstates or Freeways Black: Verified Street Light Brown: Unverified Street Direction of Destination (when on route) (see page 56) Distance to Destination (see page 56) Time to Destination (see page 56) Waypoint (see page 71) Blue Line Calculated route Landmark Icon (see page 62) Honda Dealer Acura Dealer Hospital School Grocery Store Res
Driving to Your Destination Guidance Screen The guidance screen offers an alternative way to view your route information. Many of the icons and screen features are similar to those on the map screen. While driving to your destination, press the MAP/GUIDE button to switch between the map and guidance screens.
Driving to Your Destination Distance and Time to Destination When you select a destination, the distance to the destination is the actual road distance of the calculated route, and “not as the crow flies.” When viewing a list of destinations (points of interest), such as restaurants, the distance is “as the crow flies” (see Sort by Distance to Travel on page 37).
Driving to Your Destination New Messages - button indicates that there are AcuraLink messages for you to read. These messages consist of quick tips, and other information communicated to you by Acura. If the button is grayed out, you have no messages. See page 75 for more information on this feature. Voice Guidance Prompts As you get near the maneuver, you will hear a voice reminder, and see a pop-up window showing you the maneuver.
Driving to Your Destination Direction List If you select Directions from the Map menu, the display changes to: You can see the direction list and the distance to each maneuver. Press the MAP/GUIDE button to return to the previous screen. You can scroll through the direction list screen by screen by moving the Interface Dial up or down, or one instruction at a time by rotating the Interface Dial knob. NOTE: • The map and voice guidance in unverified areas differ from those in verified areas.
Driving to Your Destination Split Screen Guidance When on route to a destination, you have two display options: single screen mode (the factory default) and the split screen mode. When you get near the maneuver, the map screen changes to: Single screen mode - a map is displayed with occasional guidance pop-up windows as you approach a maneuver. Split screen mode - the map is always displayed on the left of the screen, and the maneuver or direction list is displayed on the right hand side of the screen.
Driving to Your Destination Map Scale Rotate the Interface Dial knob or a voice command such as “Display 1/2 mile scale” (see page 147) to change the scale of the map. Zooming in increases the detail, while zooming out gives you a view of a wider area. After changing the scale, give the system a few moments to update the display. Functions available at various map scales Map Scale (English and Metric) For selecting units, see page 90. 1/20 mi. 1/8 mi. 80 m 1/4 mi. 1/2 mi. 1 mi. 200 m 400 m 800 m 1.
Driving to Your Destination Map Orientation The map can be orientated two ways: • North-up: North pointing up as you would normally view a paper map. • Heading-up: The map constantly rotates so the road you are driving on always points up (as you see the road through your front windshield). “North Up” “Heading Up” NOTE: The red arrow in both heading symbols always shows the direction north.
Driving to Your Destination Landmark and Incident Icons Landmark icons are shown in the map screen on 1/20 and 1/8 mile scale, or 80 and 200 meter scale. The Freeway exit information is displayed on the 1/4, 1/2, and 1 mile scales. Incident icons are displayed on the 1/2 through 5 mile scales.
Driving to Your Destination For some icons you can choose either to show or hide them on the map, while others like Acura Dealers, are always shown. The table below shows the features for each icon type. Some Points of Interest (POIs) like Police Stations are not shown as an icon, but you can still locate the nearest one with the voice command, “Find nearest Police station.
Driving to Your Destination Incident icon POI type Icon can be manually displayed Icon can be manually hidden Icon selection by voice Traffic speed Traffic incident Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Icon can be selected as a destination on the map screen with the Interface Dial No No POI can be found on the map screen using voice command “Find...” No Yes *3 *1. When gas stations, hotels, and convenience stores are selected for view on the map, some icons are shown as “brand icons.” *2.
Driving to Your Destination Showing Icons on the Map Selecting Show Icon on Map from the Map menu (see page 56) displays the following screen: CURRENT LOCATION (Interface Dial Left) This allows you to display and/or save your current location. See page 68 for more information.
Driving to Your Destination For instance, let’s assume that your realtime traffic is not displayed on the map, and you want to make sure that your settings are correct. You would do the following: • First you would ensure that the “Traffic” button on the Icon bar is blue (See Icon Bar above). In the example above, only Traffic Icons is selected and will show up on the map.
Driving to Your Destination Going Off the Route Off-road Tracking If you leave the calculated route, “Recalculating...” is displayed at the top of the screen. The system will recalculate the route from your current location and direction to the desired destination then give you a new route instruction. This is done automatically if you have set Rerouting to AUTOMATIC on the Setup screen (second) (see page 91). If you drive more than half a mile from a mapped road, “Not on a digitized road.
Driving to Your Destination Viewing/Saving the Current Location Whenever you are on a map screen, you can always obtain your current location either by pushing in on the Interface Dial, selecting Show Icon on Map, and selecting Current Location, or by using the voice control system and saying “Display current location.” A screen pops up which shows the address of your current location, as well as the latitude, longitude, and elevation.
Driving to Your Destination Pop-ups and Disclaimers When you say “OK” in the Calculate Route to screen, or if you change your route, the system checks your route and provides you with “pop-up” messages for the following situation: • Your route takes you into an area that you previously set as an “Avoid Area” (see Edit Avoid Area on page 96). • Your route passes near or bypasses unverified areas (see Unverified Area Routing on page 92).
Driving to Your Destination Changing the Route While on route, you may wish to alter your route, add an interim “Waypoint” (pit stop), choose a different destination, or cancel your current destination. To change your present route, you can do any of the following: Say “Menu,” or press the MENU button to view the Change route by screen: • Cancel the current route (page 70). • Saying, “Go home” (page 73). • Using the Interface Dial to select a different POI or address on the map (page 73).
Driving to Your Destination Avoid Streets From the Change route by screen, if you say or select Avoid Streets, the system displays a list of streets that will get you to your destination. This feature allows you to avoid a street or streets along your route. This is helpful if you know of road construction, closures, or excessive traffic along the route. Simply select the street or streets you wish to avoid.
Driving to Your Destination Adding Waypoints From the Change route by screen, if you say or select Search Waypoint on Route, then the Select a search method screen is displayed. Select either Places Along the Route or Places Around the Destination. Next, select your “Waypoint Category,” then follow the menu prompts to select a destination. When the system performs a search from Places Along the Route, it displays matches that lie within a corridor on either side and in front of you, along your route.
Driving to Your Destination Changing Your Destination There are four methods by which you can change or add a waypoint to your route. These are: Find Nearest (Voice command) From the map screen, say one of the “Find Nearest...” voice commands to locate the nearest gas station, ATM, restaurant or other point of interest. See the “Find Nearest” voice commands listing on page 148. Go Home (Voice command) From the map screen, say “Go home.
Driving to Your Destination Entering a Destination from the Menu Screen (while on route) If you say “Menu” or press the MENU button twice, the system displays the Enter destination by screen. Follow the procedure described in Entering a Destination, which begins on page 27. After selecting OK to the Calculate route to screen, your new location can be used either as a waypoint or as a replacement destination.
Driving to Your Destination AcuraLink Messages AcuraLink enhances your ownership experience by providing a direct communication link between you and Acura. AcuraLink messages are displayed on the Navigation screen. Working through the XM Satellite Radio, AcuraLink works in conjunction with your vehicle’s Navigation, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL), and audio systems to send and receive several kinds of message. These include: • Operating tips and information on your vehicle’s features.
Information Features Information Screen Voice Command Help When you say “Information” or press the INFO button, the display changes to: When you say or select Voice Command Help, you will see the following screen: NOTE: If some items appear to be grayed out, and cannot be selected, it is because you did not select OK on the initial Disclaimer screen. See System Start-up on page 17. Messages See AcuraLink Messages on page 75.
Information Features When you make a selection, you will see the help commands that can be used with the voice control. You can say “Read List” or select by moving the Interface Dial right, and the system will read the list to you. Cellular Phonebook Map Legend The Cellular Phonebook option allows you to store up to 1,000 names and 10,000 phone numbers in the phonebook of Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) from your cellular phonebook.
Information Features Calendar The Calendar option allows you to enter events and be reminded of them in the future. When you say or select Calendar, the system shows the calendar with the current calendar day highlighted. Dates with an icon indicate there is a schedule entry for that date. You can scroll through the calendar day by day by rotating the Interface Dial knob, or select the day by voice. When you move the Interface Dial up or down, you can also scroll through the calendar week by week.
Information Features Edit Title Say or select Edit Title, then enter the name of your title using the Interface Dial. Once you have entered the title, say or select DONE. The title will be displayed on the specified date of the Calendar screen. Edit Message Say or select Edit Message, and the system will show the Edit Message screen. You can enter a message on two lines. Use to change the line. Once you have entered the message, say or select DONE.
Information Features • The symbols, if displayed (blue circle), indicates the following information: open on Sunday closed on Sunday open on Monday closed on Monday open for lunch lunch not served serving after 11 PM no credit card accepted Use the Interface Dial to scroll through the Key to Zagat Ratings screens.
Information Features Unit Conversion To perform a conversion: 1. Enter a numeric value to be converted (for example, 100). 2. Move the Interface Dial down to select UNIT CONVERSION. The screen changes to: 3. Rotate the Interface Dial knob to select the type of unit you want to convert (for example, weight) and push in on the dial to select. The screen for that conversion type appears (see illustration in step 4). 4. Select the base unit (like pounds) that you wish to convert to some other unit.
System Set-up Setup Mode The Setup function consists of two main screens that allows you to change and update information in the system. To display the Setup screens, use the voice control system and say “Setup” or press the SETUP button. To change it to another Setup screen, say or select MORE in the upper right corner of the screen. On any of the Setup screens, you can use the voice control system to select any item on the screen.
System Set-up Contrast The screen contrast has 11 settings. To adjust the contrast, use the voice control system and say “Contrast up” or “Contrast down.” You can also select Contrast and change the setting by rotating the Interface Dial knob. Black Level The screen black level has 11 settings. To change the black level, use the voice control system and say “Black level up” or “Black level down.” You can also select Black Level and change the setting by rotating the Interface Dial knob.
System Set-up Setting Distance before maneuver About About Just 1/2 1/4 before mile mile maneuver MIN Yes NORMAL (factory default) Yes Yes Yes* Yes* MAX Yes* Setup Screen (second) Personal Information Say or select MORE to view additional Setup functions and the following screen appears: From the Setup screen (second), say or select Personal Information and the following screen appears: to NOTE: If the most items in “Personal Information” are grayed out, then you must link the Remote Keyless
System Set-up Address Book The Address Book function allows for up to a total of 200 address entries. After 200 entries, the ADD TO Address Book button is grayed out. The 200 addresses are shared between Driver 1 and Driver 2. For example, if Driver 1 has 150 addresses, Driver 2 can only have 50. You can add, modify, and delete information in the personal Address Book list. You may choose to use a Personal Identification Number (PIN) to protect your privacy.
System Set-up Edit Name You may use the “Name” field to give the entry a name or title that you will recognize later, such as “Doctor Smith” or “Broadway Theatre.” If you do not give the address a name, the system will assign one (Address 001, etc.). Edit Address When you say or select Edit Address, the display changes to: Current Position - Allows you to use your current position as the address. Say or select Edit Name. Then use the Interface Dial to enter the name. Select Done when finished.
System Set-up Edit Phone Number You can enter the telephone number of the address. If the address was chosen with Places, and it has a telephone number, that number is entered automatically. Edit Category If desired, you can specify the category of the address. Say or select Edit Category to display the Select a category screen. Say or select Edit Phone Number to display the Enter phone number screen.
System Set-up Edit/Delete an Address This feature allows you to select an address to edit or delete. Once the address is selected, choose the appropriate function and push in on the Interface Dial to select. Home Address This feature lets you return “Home” from any location simply by saying “Go home” at the map screen. Alternatively, you can select Go Home on the Enter destination by screen (see By Go Home on page 49).
System Set-up 1. Select PIN Number. The display changes to: 2. Enter your new four-digit PIN. If you do not wish to use a PIN, select DO NOT USE PIN. NOTE: The factory default is no PIN. 3. When you have entered your PIN, the display changes to the Please reenter new PIN screen. Enter the same number to validate the number you have selected. 4. If you have entered the same number both times, the display returns to the Edit personal information screen. If not, “INCORRECT PIN” appears. Enter your PIN again.
System Set-up 2. Scroll through the list and find the address you want to delete. 3. Select the address to delete by saying the line number, or by using the Interface Dial. NOTE: To cancel the deletion of Previous Destinations, press the CANCEL button before performing step 4. 4. Say or select DONE to perform the deletion, and the display returns to the previous screen. Tip: You can delete all addresses by selecting DELETE ALL.
System Set-up Routing & Guidance From the Setup screen (second), say or select Routing & Guidance and the following screen appears: Rerouting If Rerouting is set to AUTOMATIC and you deviate from the route, you will see “Recalculating...” at the top of the screen for several seconds as the system calculates a new route. This is followed by new routing instructions. If Rerouting is set to MANUAL, you will hear a tone when the “Off route” message is displayed.
System Set-up Unverified Area Routing Allows you to receive turn-by-turn map and voice guidance in unverified areas when on route to a destination (see Map Overview on page 6). The chart below illustrates the routing differences with this setting ON or OFF. Decision: Why choose ON or OFF? Unverified Area Routing: OFF (factory default) Unverified Area Routing: ON The driver wishes to navigate manually by using the navigation map and choosing the streets that lead to the destination.
System Set-up Unverified Area Routing When driving to your destination, you have the choice of using or not using “unverified” roads. You make this choice in the Setup screen. The next few pages contain an example of a route to a destination in an unverified area explaining the routing differences found in unverified areas. Because both routes bypass or use unverified streets, an initial Disclaimer screen is provided. It is recommended that you stop and review the map.
System Set-up With Unverified Area Routing OFF, the driver chose to take a shortcut, and avoid the long route. The moment you enter an unverified street, a caution box appears on the screen, and is read by the voice. This lets you know that you are about to enter an unverified area and that you will be following a dotted “vector line” that points to your destination. With Unverified Area Routing ON, a caution box appears on the screen and is read by the voice.
System Set-up With Unverified Area Routing OFF, you are presented with a blue “vector line” that always points to the destination. You must manually choose streets from the map that will lead to your destination. No guidance is provided, and there are no directions to the destination. With Unverified Area Routing ON, a blue/pink route line is shown for unverified segments. Voice guidance commands in unverified areas always end with “if possible.
System Set-up Edit Avoid Area This function allows you to select areas you wish to avoid when calculating a route to your destination. You can select up to five areas to avoid. You may wish to set up an “avoid area” to route around long term road construction, closures, or any area you wish to avoid. If you enter a route that takes you through or into an “avoid area,” a pop-up box will warn you that your route takes you into one of these areas. However, you can still choose destinations in an avoided area.
System Set-up After selecting the choice, a map screen will be displayed. Rotate the Interface Dial knob to select the map scale (available scales are 1/20, 1/8, and 1/4 mile scales). Use the Interface Dial to move the crosshairs (red circle) to the desired start point and push in on the Interface Dial to “set” the start point. Then move the Interface Dial in a straight or diagonal direction to encompass the area to be avoided. Say or select DONE to return to the Edit avoid area screen.
System Set-up NOTE: • You can select areas to avoid, however you cannot select roads or areas that you want the system to use for routing. • If you are drawing a box around a road as an area to avoid, ensure the following: When you draw the box, make sure that the road or portion of a road that you encircled includes an intersection. For instance, in the example below, highway 213 will be avoided, but Van Ness will not be avoided because it lacks an intersection in the enclosed box.
System Set-up For “Places along the route,” the system looks in front of you within a corridor width specified by your values for “On Freeways” or “On Surface Street.” The system checks the upcoming area, based on your input. For “Places around the destination,” the system searches outwards in a spiral from the destination. In this case, specific search values are not needed; the matches are displayed in order of distance from destination.
System Set-up Auto Daylight Sets automatic daylight saving time ON or OFF. If set to ON the navi clock will automatically “spring ahead” or “fall behind” by one hour when a daylight savings time change occurs. If you reside in a state or area where daylight saving time is not used, then you may want to turn this feature off. NOTE: If you set Auto Daylight to ON, the Auto Daylight function is activated even in an area that does not adopt the Daylight Savings Time system.
System Set-up Daylight Savings Time (DST) Selection (Change DST schedule) This option lets you select the schedule (April-October, or MarchNovember) when daylight savings time will automatically occur in your navi. The system default is the new 2007 “March-November” schedule. During 2008-2009, it is possible that this new change will be canceled, and returned back to the previous “AprilOctober” schedule. If so, simply change the schedule in this setting back to the “April-October” schedule.
System Set-up After you have traveled approximately 1/2 mile away from a mapped road, the system will display a series of white dots on the map screen to show the path you have traveled. This is provided so you can follow the dots to backtrack to the mapped road you originally left. Tracking continues until you reach a mapped road. See Off-road Tracking on page 67. Correct Vehicle Position The system relies on satellites for positioning information.
System Set-up 4. Rotate the Interface Dial knob so the vehicle position arrowhead is pointing in the correct direction, and push in on the Interface Dial. The display will return to the previous screen. Color From the Setup screen (second), say or select Color and the following screen appears: Map Color Allows you to choose the map color from one of four colors for the Day and Night mode. NOTE: If you continually have to do this, there are either problems in the database or GPS reception problems.
System Set-up Menu Color Allows you to choose the menu color from one of five colors for the Day and Night mode. Switching Display Mode Pressing the Display mode button allows you to toggle through the screen display modes: Day, Night or Off. This button is the overriding control for the day/night display mode, and is the simplest way to control the display mode. See the chart below for an explanation of other day/night display mode adjustments and how they interact with each other.
System Set-up I llumination control Priority Operation Override conditions Display mode button (see page 11) 1 Allows selection of Day, Night or Off display mode. This button has the highest priority and overrides all other display control adjustments listed below. Sunlight Sensor (Middle of dash near the windshield).
System Set-up • To allow the Sunlight sensor to function properly, avoid blocking the sensor with loose articles (see Owner’s manual for location of sensor). is selected, the other display mode controls are overridden until the • Remember that once the Display mode button vehicle is restarted. NOTE: Loose articles in the center dash can block or interfere with the operation of the sunlight sensor. See the MDX Owner’s manual for additional information regarding the dash brightness adjustment.
System Set-up AcuraLink/Messages System Information Rear View Camera For complete details on setting up your AcuraLink messaging, refer to the AcuraLink section in your Owner’s manual. Or, you can go to the Owner Link section on the MDX page in www.acura.com. From the Setup screen (second), say or select System Information and the following screen appears: Your vehicle is equipped with a rear view camera as shown in the illustration. Displays the information on the navigation system software.
System Set-up Since the rear view camera display area is limited, you should always back up slowly and carefully, and look behind you for obstacles. Rear View Camera Brightness Adjustment When in reverse, the Navi “hard” buttons are locked out, except the rotating portion of the Interface Dial (knob). Rotate the knob clockwise to make the camera image brighter, and counterclockwise to darken the image. This brightness adjustment is independent of the screen brightness adjustment in Setup.
System Initialization System Initialization Entering the Security Code If for any reason, you lose power to the navigation system (like the battery was disconnected), the navigation system will require initialization. Once completed, your system will be ready to use. If the battery goes dead or is disconnected for any reason, you will have to enter a security code for both the audio system and the navigation system before you can use it again.
System Initialization GPS Initialization Depending on the length of time the battery was disconnected, your system may require GPS initialization. If it does, the following screen appears: If the navigation system finds the satellites properly, this box clears, and changes to the Disclaimer screen. If within ten minutes the system fails to locate a sufficient number of satellites to locate your position, the following screen appears: Navigation system is unable to acquire a proper GPS signal.
System Limitations Although your navigation system is one of the most highly sophisticated pieces of equipment you will find in a modern automobile, you may find during its use, that it has certain limitations. The system uses signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS) to aid in determining its current location. The GPS is operated by the U.S. Department of Defense. For security reasons, there are certain inaccuracies built into the GPS that the navigation system must constantly compensate for.
System Limitations Additionally, the mapping database contains verified and unverified maps. See Map Overview on page 6. A Disclaimer screen will warn you if your route includes unverified streets. Unverified streets may be missing from the map, in the wrong location, or have an incorrect name or address range. Exercise additional caution when driving in these unverified areas. The destination icon shows the approximate location of the destination.
Database Limitations You will find that some points of interest (POI) may be missing when you search the database. This can be caused if at the time the database was gathered, the name was misspelled, the place was improperly categorized, or the POI change is not yet in the database. This means you may not find places listed that you know exist. This is also true for police agencies and hospitals. In outlying areas, facilities listed may not be the closest.
Database Limitations • Traffic congestion • Travel time We assume no liability for any incident that may result from an error in the program, or from changed conditions not noted above. 114 Navigation System Copyrights • infoUSA-Data: Certain business data provided by infoUSA, Inc., Omaha, Nebraska, Copyright © 2003, All Rights Reserved. • EXIT-Data: © ZENRIN CO., LTD. 2003. All Rights Reserved. • ZAGAT SURVEY: Copyright © [2003] Zagat Survey, LLC. All rights reserved.
Client Assistance Reporting Errors Occasionally, you may encounter database errors. • If the error pertains to freeways and main “verified” roads shown in black on the map, then report it either online at http://update.navteq.com/, or to Acura Client Services. • If the error involves a light brown “unverified” road, then do not report it. These areas have not been verified, and are provided for reference only (see Map Overview on page 6).
Client Assistance Visiting Your Dealer We strive to make this manual as complete as possible and to answer all questions regarding operation of the system. Occasionally you may run into a specific issue that you cannot find in the book.
Client Assistance Obtaining a Navigation Update DVD Acura is continually expanding the scope of the navigation system. Upgraded software may be made available to navigation system owners periodically, usually in the fall of each year. To purchase an updated DVD or a replacement DVD, call the Acura Navigation Disc Fulfillment Center at (888) 549-3798. You can also order online by going to www.acura.com and selecting in order: “Acura Store, Navigation DVD Updates,” and follow the links.
Client Assistance NOTE: • The system will not play movies or other video/audio discs. • Never “sneak preview” a newer white labeled DVD in the system unless you plan to keep it. The system cannot automatically “revert back” to a prior version DVD. If you must revert to a previous version DVD after loading a newer version, see your dealer for assistance. • If you see the error message “Navigation unit door is open...,” close the door. 118 Navigation System PC Card A PC card is not supplied.
Coverage Areas Map Coverage The system provides map coverage for the following 48 US states, Hawaii, and southern Canada. The US map coverage consists of accurately mapped (verified) metropolitan areas (in the following list), and a less accurate (unverified) rural database. Canada coverage consists of major metropolitan areas, and major roads connecting the metropolitan areas within about 100 miles north of the U.S. border.
Coverage Areas Florida Cape Canaveral/Cocoa Beach/ Titusville Florida Keys Fort Myers Metro area – including Naples Fort Pierce Gainesville Jacksonville Metro – including St. Johns County Miami/Fort Lauderdale/West Palm Beach Metro Orlando/Daytona Beach/Melbourne area – including Osceola County Pensacola Tallahassee Tampa Bay/St.
Coverage Areas Louisiana Baton Rouge New Orleans Metro Shreveport Maine Bangor Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park Portland/Lewiston/Auburn Maryland Cumberland Baltimore/Washington D.C. Metro – including Charles and Carroll Counties Ocean City The State of Maryland: Most roads are verified in non-metro areas.
Coverage Areas New Jersey Northern New Jersey Southern New Jersey – including Atlantic City/Cape May/Cumberland Metro Camden Metro Newark Metro Trenton Metro – including Ocean and Hunterdon Counties New Mexico Albuquerque Santa Fe Taos Ski Resorts New York The Adirondack Binghamton Buffalo – including Erie and Niagara Counties Cooperstown Eastern New York – including New York City Metro, Albany, Glen Falls, Schenectady, Troy Ithaca Lake Placid Oneonta Rochester – including cities in Monroe County Syracuse U
Coverage Areas South Carolina Augusta-Aiken Beaufort Charleston Charlotte Columbia Greenville/Spartanburg – including additional cities in Greenville and Spartanburg Counties Myrtle Beach Metro Rock Hill Metro South Dakota Sioux Falls Tennessee Chattanooga Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol Knoxville/Farragut Metro Memphis Metro – including Desoto and Tunica Counties Nashville Texas Austin Metro Big Bend Bryan/College Station Corpus Christi Dallas/Fort Worth Metro-Sherman – including additional cities in Grays
Coverage Areas West Virginia Charleston Harper’s Ferry Metro Wisconsin Appleton Beloit Green Bay Janesville Kenosha County Madison Lake Geneva Milwaukee Metro – including Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha Counties Neenah Oshkosh Racine Sheboygan Wausau Wyoming Cheyenne Jackson Ski Resorts 124 Navigation System Canada Detailed Coverage Areas NOTE: The blue colored city names are not included in the USA South DVD.
Coverage Areas Fraser Valley Abbottsford Chilliwack Mission Central Okanagan Kelowna Peachland Okanagan-Similkamen Penticton Summerland Victoria Capital Central Saanich Colwood Esquimalt Highlands Langford Metchosin North Saanich Oak Bay Saanich Sidney Sooke Victoria View Royal Squamish-Lillooet Whistler Kamloops MANITOBA East St Paul Headingley West St Paul Winnipeg NOVA SCOTIA Halifax (partial) ONTARIO Barrie Kingston London Ottawa-Gatineau Stratford Dufferin Orangeville Durham Ajax Brock Clarington O
Coverage Areas Niagara Fort Erie Grimsby Lincoln Niagara-on-the-Lake Niagara Falls Pelham Port Colborne St Catharines Thorold Wainfleet Welland West Lincoln Peel Brampton Caledon Mississauga 126 Navigation System Simcoe Adjala-Tosorontio Barrie Bradford West Gwillimbury Clearview Essa Innisfil Midland New Tecumseth Orillia Oro-Medonte Penetanguishene Ramara Severn Springwater Tay Tiny Wasaga Beach Toronto Toronto Waterloo Cambridge Kitchener North Dumfries Waterloo Wellington Guelph Puslinch York Aurora
Coverage Areas Gray Haldimand-Norfolk Haliburton Hastings Huron Kawartha Lakes Lambton Lanark Leeds and Granville Lennox and Addington Middlesex Muskoka Northumberland Oxford Perth Peterborough Prescott and Russell Prince Edward Simcoe Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Waterloo Wellington QUÉBEC Municipalites Regionales de Comte Beauharnois-Salaberry Brome-Missisquoi Coaticook La Haute-Yamaska La Vallee-du-Richelieu Le Haut-Richelieu Le Haut-St-Laurent Les Jardins-de-Napierville Memphremagog Roussillon Rouvil
Coverage Areas Les Laurentides Amherst Arundel Barkmere Brèbeuf Huberdeau La Conception La Minerve Labelle Lac-Supèrieur Lantier Mont-Tremblant Montcalm St-Faustin-Lac-Carrè Ste-Agathe-des-Monts Ste-Lucie-des-Laurentides Val-David Val-des-Lacs Val-Morin Les Moulins Lachenaie Mascouche Terrebonne 128 Navigation System Les Pays-D’en-Haut Lac-des-Seize-Îles Morin-Heights Piedmont Ste-Adolphe-d’Howard St-Sauveur Ste-Adèle Ste-Anne-des-Lacs Ste-Marguerite-Estèrel Wentworth-Nord Longueuil Longueuil Montreal Mon
Coverage Areas CANADA CONNECTOR ROADS The Cross-Canada Connector Road allows for travel between the provinces of British Columbia and Quebec in DCA 11. Major metropolitan city Points of interest are also included. Road Inclusion Roads in the province of British Columbia Hwy-1/Trans Canada Hwy from Alberta/BC boundary to Vancouver detailed city.
Coverage Areas Cities with available real-time incar traffic information The following cities currently have available real-time traffic information. Atlanta, GA Austin, TX Baltimore, MD Boston, MA Buffalo - Niagara Falls, NY Charlotte, NC Chicago, IL Cincinnati, OH Cleveland, OH Columbus, OH Dallas - Ft. Worth, TX Denver - CO Detroit, MI Fresno, CA Hartford - New Britain - Middle town, CT Houston - TX Indianapolis, IN Jacksonville, FL Kansas City, KS Las Vegas, NV Los Angeles, CA Memphis, TN Miami - Ft.
Coverage Areas Operation in Alaska and Hawaii Certain functions that rely on a satellite signal will not work correctly in Alaska and Hawaii. These functions include but are not limited to AcuraLink, NavTraffic, automatic clock updates, and time zone adjustments. Alaska If the vehicle was purchased in the Lower 48 states and driven to Alaska, the system cannot display maps. The map screen will be blank and only display the red vehicle position icon.
Coverage Areas Address and POI Entry Screens When in Hawaii, the following differences occur for map, address, and POI selection: • It is not possible to enter US mainland addresses or scroll the map east to the US mainland. • Selection of the “State” is confined to the state of Hawaii only • Entry of a destination address or POI on an island other than your current island may result in a screen caution message. This is normal because there are no “ferry” routes between islands available in the database.
Coverage Areas Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Operation When pairing a cell phone to use the Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® feature, you may see a “Phone-Data Connection” screen. If so, do not complete this portion of the process. In addition, if a “Connect to the Acura Server” button is shown on the “Acuralink Messages” Setup screen, don’t select this feature.
Frequently Asked Questions Map, and Features, Voice Operation, Entering Addresses Problem Why does the Disclaimer screen need to be displayed every time I start the car? I am the only driver. The Setup or Information screen has “grayed out” items that I cannot select. Why? I tried entering an address, but the city or street could not be found. Is there any other way to route to the location? When I enter an address, some letters become grayed out.
Frequently Asked Questions Problem When I drive at night, the screen is bright and will not switch to the night display mode. Why? The daytime map screen is dark like the night display mode, and it is hard to see. Why? During the day, I turned on the lights because it started to rain, but the screen went dark. How can I make it still display day mode? How can I input my destination using map coordinates? How do I change or remove my PIN? I forget the PIN.
Frequently Asked Questions Traffic Problem My Real-Time Traffic is missing and is not displaying properly. What is wrong? 136 Navigation System Solution Verify the following: • Check the traffic icon on the icon bar, and the icon options for traffic. Page 65 walks you through the verification steps. • Ensure that you have the correct remote (the settings for Driver 1 and Driver 2 are set independently by each driver). • Your XM “Nav Traffic” subscription may have expired.
Frequently Asked Questions Guidance, Routing Problem Solution The navi does not route me the same way I would go, or the way some other mapping program displays. Why is this? The navigation system attempts to generate the optimum route. See Changing the Routing Method on page 51. Why is the street I’m on not shown on the map? It has been here for more than a year. The mapping database is constantly undergoing revision. See page 119 for ways to obtain the latest detailed coverage information.
Frequently Asked Questions Problem Solution While I drive, my screen shows white dots (“breadcrumbs”) on it. What do they mean? These are called “breadcrumbs.” If you drive more than 1/2 mile from mapped roads, the off-road tracking feature begins to function. See Off-road Tracking on page 67 and 101. How can I get rid of the white dots (“breadcrumbs”) from my screen? Go to “Vehicle” in the Setup screen (second), and set Off-road Tracking to OFF, then return to the map. See page 101.
Frequently Asked Questions Ordering a Navi DVD, Coverage, Map Errors, Limitations Problem Solution I want to buy a new DVD. How do I purchase one? You cannot obtain a new DVD from the dealer. See Obtaining a Navigation Update DVD on page 117. I want to order a DVD. How can I determine the DVD version in my navigation system? The version is on the label of your DVD. It starts with “Ver:.” See Changing the DVD on page 117. I got a Navi DVD from a “friend,” but it does not work.
Frequently Asked Questions Display, Accessories Problem The display appears dim when starting the car in real cold weather. Is there a problem? Solution No, this is normal, and will become brighter after a few minutes. Rear Camera Problem Solution When I shift gears, the rear camera image is delayed. When shifting into or out of reverse, you may experience delays when the screen image switches between the navi screen and the rear camera image. This is normal.
Frequently Asked Questions Problem Solution Daylight savings time occurred, but the navigation system did not change time even though Setup shows “Auto Daylight” is “ON.” Go to the Clock adjustment screen in Setup and select DST Selection. Ensure that the correct DST schedule is selected. For more information, see Clock Adjustment on page 99. The navigation system automatic daylight time feature is not switching the navigation system clock on the correct dates.
Troubleshooting Screen Error Message Navigation system is unable to acquire a proper GPS signal. Navigation unit door is open or No DVD disc is inserted. Please check system. No DVD disc. Please check system. DVD disc reading error (unformatted). Please consult your dealer. Display temp is too high. System will shut down until display cools down. Outside temperature is low. System will take awhile to start up. Route has not been completed. Please try again from a different location.
Glossary Glossary The following is a glossary of terms pertaining to the voice recognition navigation system. Avoid Area - Areas you wish to avoid can be entered into the system, and will be avoided while routing. Breadcrumbs - Off road tracking dots that can be followed on the map to retrace your route back to a mapped (digitized) road. This function can be turned on/off in Setup screen (second). Database - This consists of the map data, and the POI (Points Of Interest) data stored on the DVD.
Glossary Initialization - This refers to the period needed to reacquire the GPS satellite orbital information whenever the navigation system power has been disconnected. This can take 10 to 45 minutes with the vehicle out in an open area. LCD - Liquid Crystal Display. The navigation screen. Map Matching - The received GPS information allows the navigation system to position the vehicle on the map. Map matching has occurred if the map screen is displaying the current street name in the bottomshaded area.
Glossary Unverified Streets - These streets have not been verified for turn restrictions, one-way, etc. They are shown in light brown on the map. Unverified streets may be missing from the map, shown in the wrong location, or have an incorrect name or address range. Vehicle Speed Sensor - Provides speed signal to the navigation system for moving the VP icon on the map. Verified Streets - These streets consist of the detailed metropolitan coverage areas, and all other inter-town connection roads.
Voice Command Index Global Commands The system accepts these commands on any screen.
Voice Command Index Voice command help How long to the destination? (when on route, tells the time to destination)* How far to the destination? (when on route, tells the distance to destination)* Display destination map (when on route, shows the map of the destination) Display entire route (when on route, adjusts the map scale so that the entire route is displayed) Register the current location (puts current location in the personal Address Book) Display traffic incidents (or Display traffic list) * These c
Voice Command Index Hide: (hide the selected icon from the screen) ATM gas station restaurant post office grocery store lodging (hotel, motel) parking garage parking lot school hospital freeway exit information Traffic (hides both traffic icons and speed flow. See page 22) Traffic speeds (hides the traffic flow bands alongside the road. See page 22) Traffic icons (hides the traffic icons. See page 22) 148 Navigation System Find Place Commands The system accepts these commands on a map/guidance screen.
Voice Command Index office supply store pharmacy pet food store sewing store shoe store sporting goods store toy store airport automobile club bus station camping commuter rail station ferry terminal named place park & ride rental car agency resort rest area ski area tourist information train station travel agency truck stop restaurant (all restaurant types) American restaurant Californian restaurant Chinese restaurant continental restaurant fast food French restaurant German restaurant Greek restaurant In
Voice Command Index Fan speed # (#:1-7) (for best voice control, keep fan speed at 1 or 2) Front climate control automatic Front climate control off Rear climate control automatic Rear climate control off Rear climate control vent Rear climate control floor Rear fan speed up Rear fan speed down Rear fan speed # (#:1-5) (for best voice control, keep fan speed at 1 or 2) * Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off.
Voice Command Index Radio Voice Commands The system accepts these commands on most screens. Audio on Audio off Audio* Radio on (or Radio play) Radio off Radio* Radio select FM1 Radio select FM2 Radio select AM Radio # FM (#: frequency. Example Radio 95.5 FM) Radio # AM (#: frequency.
Voice Command Index * Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off. DVD Voice Commands (for 6 Disc Changer) MP3/WMA Voice Commands (for 6 Disc Changer) The system accepts these commands on most screens.
Voice Command Index WMA play WMA play disc # (#: 1-6) WMA play track # (#: 1-30) WMA play disc #1 track #2 (#1: 1-6, #2: 1-30) WMA skip forward WMA skip back WMA play next disc WMA play previous disc WMA track random* WMA track repeat* WMA disc repeat* WMA track scan* WMA disc scan* WMA normal play (resumes “Play” from these commands: “WMA track random,” “WMA track repeat,” “WMA disc repeat,” “WMA folder random,” and “WMA folder repeat”) WMA track list WMA folder random* WMA folder repeat* WMA folder scan*
Voice Command Index Single CD track repeat* Single CD track scan* Single CD normal play Single CD folder random* Single CD folder repeat* Single CD folder scan* * Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off. ** The title commands select the main menu items, called “titles” (e.g., “Play movie” or “Extras”). Some CDs do not support selecting these features by voice command.
Voice Command Index Single MP3/WMA Voice Commands (for DVD Player) The system accepts these commands on most screens. NOTE: These commands are available for a vehicle with factory RES.
Voice Command Index Rear Radio Voice Commands Rear radio FM2 preset # (#: 1-6) Rear radio AM preset # (#: 1-6) Rear radio auto select* Rear radio scan* Rear radio select XM1 Rear radio select XM2 Rear XM channel up Rear XM channel down Rear XM channel # (#:1-255) Rear XM preset # (#: 1-6) Rear XM1 preset # (#: 1-6) Rear XM2 preset # (#: 1-6) Rear XM scan* Rear XM category up Rear XM category down Rear XM category scan* Rear XM channel scan* Rear XM category mode Rear XM channel mode The system accepts the
Voice Command Index * Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On and Off. Rear DVD Voice Commands (for 6 Disc Changer) The system accepts these commands on most screens. NOTE: These commands are available for a vehicle with factory RES.
Voice Command Index Rear MP3 folder scan* Rear WMA play Rear WMA play disc # (#:1-6) Rear WMA play track # (#:1-30) Rear WMA play disc #1 track #2 (#1:1-6 #2:1-30) Rear WMA skip forward Rear WMA skip back Rear WMA play next disc Rear WMA play previous disc Rear WMA track random* Rear WMA track repeat* Rear WMA track scan* Rear WMA disc repeat* Rear WMA disc scan* Rear WMA normal play Rear WMA folder random* Rear WMA folder repeat* Rear WMA folder scan* * Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the funct
Voice Command Index Rear Single DVD Voice Commands (for DVD Player) The system accepts these commands on most screens. NOTE: These commands are available for a vehicle with factory RES.
Voice Command Index Rear single MP3 track random* Rear single MP3 track repeat* Rear single MP3 track scan* Rear single MP3 normal play Rear single MP3 folder random* Rear single MP3 folder repeat* Rear single MP3 folder scan* Rear single WMA play Rear single WMA pause Rear single WMA title up** Rear single WMA title down** Rear single WMA next title** Rear single WMA previous title** Rear single WMA chapter up Rear single WMA chapter down Rear single WMA next chapter Rear single WMA previous chapter Rear s
Voice Command Index Setup Screen (first) Commands The system accepts these commands on Setup screen (first). (For Setup screen (second), simply say what is written on the screen, and follow the voice prompts) Brightness up Brightness down Brightness minimum/min. Brightness maximum/max. Contrast up Contrast down Contrast minimum/min. Contrast maximum/max. Black level up Black level down Black level minimum/min. Black level maximum/max. Volume up Volume down Volume minimum/min. Volume maximum/max.
Voice Command Index On-Screen Spelling Assist When speaking the letters or using “spell mode,” you can substitute the name that represents each letter or symbol. This improves recognition. For example: • To select the letter “A”: Say “A,” “Alpha,” or “Apple.” • To select the letter “M”: Say “M,” “Mary,” or “Mike.” The system will respond to the names shown in the following tables. 162 Navigation System NOTE: • The system will only respond to the names shown in the following tables.
Voice Command Index Letters Assist Definitions: Say A B C D E F G Or say “...” Alpha/Apple Bravo/Boy Charlie Delta/Dog Echo/Edward Foxtrot/Frank Golf/George Say H I J K L M N Or say “...” Hotel/Henry India/Igloo Juliet/John Kilo/King Lima/Larry Mike/Mary November/Nancy Say O P Q R S T U Or say “...” Oscar Papa/Paul Quebec/Queen Romeo/Robert Sierra/Sam Tango/Tom Uniform/Uncle Say V W X Y Z Or say “...
Voice Command Index Symbol Assist Definitions: Symbols À Â Ä Ç È É Ê Ë ì Say “...” or “Symbol ...” A grave A circumflex A umlaut C cedilla E grave E acute E circumflex E umlaut I grave Symbols î ï Ô Ù Û Ü @ ^ * Say “...” or “Symbol ...” I circumflex I umlaut O circumflex U grave U circumflex U umlaut At sign Caret Asterisk NOTE: The term “grave” (used for symbols À, È, Ì, and Ù) is pronounced like “save.” 164 Navigation System Symbols _ ` , . ? : ; + Say “...” or “Symbol ...
Voice Command Index Numbers and Additional Symbol Assist Definitions: Numbers Say “...” or “Number ...” Symbols Say “...” or “Symbol ...” 1 One Hyphen 2 ! Two Exclamation point 3 ” Three Double quote 4 # Four Pound 5 $ Five Dollar 6 % Six Percent 7 & Seven Ampersand 8 ’ Eight Apostrophe 9 ( Nine Open parenthesis 0 ) Zero Close parenthesis Symbols ~ / < > { } Say “...” or “Symbol ...
Index A Accessing the Address Book List .....85 Acura Automobile Client Services .....................................115 AcuraLink/Messages .........75, 76, 107 ADD TO Today’s Destinations ...........................48, 50 Adding Destinations to the List ........48 Address ..............................27, 28, 86 Address Book .....................27, 32, 85 Advanced .......................................35 Alaska (Operation) ........................131 Auto Daylight ...............................
Index E Easy Route .....................................51 Edit Avoid Area ..............................96 Edit Waypoint Search Area ..............98 Edit/Delete Address ........................88 Editing Today’s Destination List ......48 Emergency .....................................34 Entering a Destination .....................27 Entering Address Book ....................85 Entering Schedule ...........................78 Entering Security Code ..................109 Entering the Street Number ..........
Index N Name .......................................33, 38 NAVI BACK button........................13 NAVI TALK button ........................13 Navigation Display Commands ......147 Navigation General Commands ......146 O Off-road Tracking ...................67, 101 One-Way Traffic Icon ...............60, 62 On-Screen Commands ...................161 On-Screen Spelling Assist .............162 P PC Card........................................118 Personal Information .......................84 Phone Number ..
Index Today’s Destinations .................27, 47 Traffic Display Legend ....................22 Traffic Flow ...................................23 Traffic Incident .........................24, 64 Traffic Speed ..................................64 Travel ............................................35 Troubleshooting ............................142 W Waypoints ..................................... 98 WMA Voice Commands .............. 152 Z Zagat 2007...............................
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