Acura 00X31-SJA-8200 User Manual

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Navigation System 9User Agreement• The terms and conditions hereof apply to all subsequent users and owners as well as to the original purchaser.• The

Navigation System 99System SetupPIN Number You can set a four-digit PIN (Personal Identification Number) for accessing the following features, if desi

100 Navigation SystemSystem SetupPrevious DestinationsAllows you to delete some or all of your previous destinations.1. Select this option, and the di

Navigation System 101System SetupUnits (mile or km) Allows you to select the units for the entire system (mile or km).Voice Recognition Feedback Allow

102 Navigation SystemSystem SetupUnverified Area Routing Allows you to receive turn-by-turn map and voice guidance in unverified areas when en route t

Navigation System 103System SetupUnverified Area Routing When driving to your destination, you have the choice of using or not using “unverified” road

104 Navigation SystemSystem SetupWith Unverified Area Routing OFF, the driver chose to take a shortcut and avoid the long route. The moment you enter

Navigation System 105System SetupWith Unverified Area Routing OFF, you are presented with a blue “vector line” that always points to the destination.

106 Navigation SystemSystem SetupTraffic ReroutingWhen driving en route to your destination, if the system detects a traffic incident ahead on the rou

Navigation System 107System SetupSay or select Edit Area to create the area to be avoided. The following screen appears:Either select Address or Map I

108 Navigation SystemSystem SetupSay or select DONE to return to the Edit avoid area screen.If your selected area contains a freeway, the system will

10 Navigation SystemGetting StartedSystem ControlsCANCEL buttonDisplay Mode buttonSET UP buttonINFO buttonA/C buttonInterface Dial/ENTER buttonMENU bu

Navigation System 109System SetupThe diagram below shows how the system handles the search for “Places Along the Route” or “Places Around the Destinat

110 Navigation SystemSystem SetupClock Adjustment From the SETUP screen (Other), say or select Clock Adjustment and the following screen appears:This

Navigation System 111System SetupAuto Time Zone Sets automatic time zone selection by GPS to ON or OFF. If you are driving across the country and pass

112 Navigation SystemSystem SetupVehicleFrom the SETUP screen (Other), say or select Vehicle and the following screen appears:Off-road Tracking With t

Navigation System 113System Setup2. Select Correct Vehicle Position, and the system will display a map adjustment screen.3. Use the Interface Dial to

114 Navigation SystemSystem SetupMap Color Allows you to choose the map color from one of four colors for the Day and Night mode.Say “Return” or press

Navigation System 115System SetupSwitching Display Mode AutomaticallyIRecommended Display Mode Day/Night Settings:• With the headlights on, select mid

116 Navigation SystemSystem Setup• To allow the sunlight sensor to function properly, avoid blocking the sensor with loose articles (see the vehicle O

Navigation System 117System SetupAcuraLink/MessagesFor complete details on setting up your AcuraLink messaging, refer to the AcuraLink section in your

118 Navigation SystemSystem SetupSystem InformationFrom the SETUP screen (Other), say or select System Information and the following screen appears:Di

Navigation System 11Getting StartedSET UP buttonDisplays the SETUP screen to change and update information in the system. See page 92.Display Mode but

Navigation System 119System InitializationSystem InitializationIf for any reason you lose power to the navigation system (e.g., the battery was discon

120 Navigation SystemSystem InitializationGPS InitializationDepending on the length of time the battery was disconnected, your system may require GPS

Navigation System 121System LimitationsAlthough your navigation system is one of the most highly sophisticated pieces of equipment you will find in a

122 Navigation SystemSystem LimitationsThe destination icon shows the approximate location of the destination.This occurs because a city block can hav

Navigation System 123Database LimitationsYou will find that some points of interest (POI) may be missing when you search the database. This can be cau

124 Navigation SystemDatabase Limitations• Traffic facilities safety• Special events• Pavement characteristics or conditionsWe assume no liability for

Navigation System 125Client AssistanceReporting ErrorsOccasionally, you may encounter database errors.• If the error pertains to freeways and main “ve

126 Navigation SystemClient AssistanceVisiting Your DealerWe strive to make this manual as complete as possible and to answer all questions regarding

Navigation System 127Client AssistanceObtaining a Navigation Update DVDAcura is continually expanding the scope of the navigation system. Upgraded sof

128 Navigation SystemClient AssistanceNOTE:• The system will not play movies or other video/audio discs.• Never “sneak preview” a newer white labeled

12 Navigation SystemGetting StartedScreenAll selections and instructions are displayed on the screen. The Display is not a “touch screen” - you enter

Navigation System 129Coverage AreasMap CoverageThe system provides map coverage for the following 48 U.S. states, Hawaii, and southern Canada. The U.S

130 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasFloridaCape Canaveral/Cocoa Beach/TitusvilleFlorida KeysFort Myers Metro area – including NaplesFort PierceGainesvi

Navigation System 131Coverage AreasLouisianaBaton RougeNew Orleans MetroShreveportMaineBangorBar Harbor/Acadia National ParkPortland/Lewiston/AuburnMa

132 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasNew JerseyNorthern New JerseySouthern New Jersey – including Atlantic City/Cape May/Cumberland MetroCamden MetroNew

Navigation System 133Coverage AreasSouth CarolinaAugusta-AikenBeaufortCharlestonCharlotteColumbiaGreenville/Spartanburg – including additional cities

134 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasWest VirginiaCharlestonHarper’s Ferry MetroWisconsinAppletonBeloitGreen BayJanesvilleKenosha CountyMadisonLake Gene

Navigation System 135Coverage AreasFraser ValleyAbbottsfordChilliwackMissionCentral OkanaganKelownaPeachlandOkanagan-SimilkamenPentictonSummerlandVict

136 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasNiagaraFort ErieGrimsbyLincolnNiagara-on-the-LakeNiagara FallsPelhamPort ColborneSt CatharinesThoroldWainfleetWella

Navigation System 137GrayHaldimand-NorfolkHaliburtonHastingsHuronKawartha LakesLambtonLanarkLeeds and GranvilleLennox and AddingtonMiddlesexMuskokaNor

138 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasLes LaurentidesAmherstArundelBarkmereBrèbeufHuberdeauLa ConceptionLa MinerveLabelleLac-SupèrieurLantierMont-Trembla

Navigation System 13Getting StartedVoice Control BasicsYour vehicle has a voice control system that allows hands-free operation of most of the navigat

Navigation System 139CANADA CONNECTOR ROADSThe Cross-Canada Connector Road allows for travel between the provinces of British Columbia and Quebec in D

140 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasCities with available real-time in-car traffic informationThe following cities currently have available real-time t

Navigation System 141Operation in Alaska and HawaiiCertain functions that rely on a satellite signal will not work correctly in Alaska and Hawaii. The

142 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasAddress and POI Entry ScreensWhen in Hawaii, the following differences occur for map, address, and POI selection:•

Navigation System 143Roadside AssistanceThis selection may not be shown. The number can be found in the navigation Owner’s manual (see the Information

144 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsMap and Features, Voice Operation, Entering AddressesProblem SolutionWhy does the Disclaimer screen nee

Navigation System 145Frequently Asked QuestionsWhen I drive at night, the screen is bright and will not switch to the night display mode. Why?Verify t

146 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsTrafficProblem SolutionMy Real-Time Traffic is missing and is not displaying properly. What is wrong?Ve

Navigation System 147Frequently Asked QuestionsGuidance, RoutingProblem SolutionThe navigation does not route me the same way I would go, or the way s

148 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsThe vehicle position icon on the map “lags” a short distance behind, especially when I arrive at an int

14 Navigation SystemGetting StartedUsing the Voice Control SystemYou should use the voice control system as much as possible, and consider manual entr

Navigation System 149Frequently Asked QuestionsOrdering a Navigation DVD, Coverage, Map Errors, LimitationsProblem SolutionI want to buy a new DVD. Ho

150 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsDisplay, AccessoriesRear CameraMiscellaneous Other QuestionsProblem SolutionThe display appears dim whe

Navigation System 151Frequently Asked QuestionsDaylight savings time occurred, but the navigation system did not change time even though SETUP shows A

152 Navigation SystemTroubleshooting* If the error persists, or is shown for a wide area, see your dealer.Screen Error Message SolutionNavigation syst

Navigation System 153GlossaryGlossaryThe following is a glossary of terms pertaining to the voice recognition navigation system.Average Fuel - The ave

154 Navigation SystemGlossaryInitialization - This refers to the period needed to reacquire the GPS satellite orbital information whenever the navigat

Navigation System 155GlossaryVehicle Speed Sensor - Provides speed signal to the navigation system for moving the VP icon on the map.Verified Streets

156 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexGlobal CommandsThe system accepts these commands on any screen.Help (reads list of the commands for the displa

Navigation System 157Voice Command IndexVoice command help How long to the destination? (when en route, tells the time to destination)*How far to the

158 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexHide: (hide the selected icon from the screen)ATMgas stationrestaurantpost officegrocery storelodging (hotel,

Navigation System 15Getting Started• Lower the A/C fan speed during voice recognition operation, and adjust the airflow from both the dashboard and si

Navigation System 159Voice Command Indexschoolcity hallcourt househigher educationamusement parkgolf coursehistorical monumentmarinamovie theatermuseu

160 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexFan speed upFan speed downFan speed # (#: 1-7) (for best voice control, lower the fan speed)* Repeating these

Navigation System 161Voice Command IndexRadio select XM1Radio select XM2XM channel # (#: 1-255)XM channel upXM channel downXM category upXM category d

162 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexDVD Voice CommandsThe system accepts these commands on most screens.DVD play (use “DVD normal play”)DVD play d

Navigation System 163Voice Command IndexINFO Screen Voice CommandsThese are additional commands not found on the Voice Command Help screen available w

164 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexOn-Screen CommandsThe system accepts these commands on any screen. There are over 100 on-screen commands. Just

Navigation System 165Voice Command IndexLetters Assist Definitions:Say Or say “...” Say Or say “...” Say Or say “...” Say Or say “...”A Alpha/Apple H

166 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexSymbol Assist Definitions:NOTE:The term “grave” (used for symbols À, È, Ì, and Ù) is pronounced like “save.”Sy

Navigation System 167Voice Command IndexNumbers and Additional Symbol Assist Definitions:Numbers Say “...” or “Number ...” Symbols Say “...” or “Symbo

168 Navigation SystemIndexAAccessing the Address Book List...95Acura Automobile Client Services...125AcuraLink/Mes

16 Navigation SystemGetting StartedEntering InformationWhen the system needs input from you, the display changes to a screen similar to the one at the

Navigation System 169IndexEEasy Route...53Edit Avoid Area...106Edit Waypoint Search Area...

170 Navigation SystemIndexNName...34, 39NAVI BACK button...13NAVI TALK button...

Navigation System 171IndexUUnit Conversion...87Units (mile or km)...101Unverified Area Routing ...

172 Navigation SystemLicense noticeYou have acquired a device (“DEVICE”) that includes software licensed by ALPINE ELECTRONICS, INC., from an affiliat

Navigation System 173the SOFTWARE after the date you obtain your initial copy of the SOFTWARE (“Supplemental Components”).• If ALPINE ELECTRONICS,INC.

Navigation System 17Getting StartedSystem Start-up When you turn the ignition to ON (II), it takes several seconds for the navigation system to boot u

18 Navigation SystemGetting StartedIf you press the CANCEL button, the message will be displayed the next time you start the vehicle.NOTE:The system w

Navigation System 1Table of ContentsIntroduction ...4Manual Overview...4System Overview ...

Navigation System 19Getting StartedThe navigation system uses the driver number (as recognized by the MID) to personalize the navigation system. For e

20 Navigation SystemGetting StartedMap Screen LegendAcura DealerSchoolRestaurantATMParking LotPost OfficeHonda DealerHospitalGrocery StoreGas StationH

Navigation System 21Getting StartedMap Screen DescriptionZoom In/OutRotate the Interface Dial knob to change the map scale. Zooming in increases the d

22 Navigation SystemGetting StartedTraffic Display Legend20miNOTE:When driving to a destination on freeways that have traffic flow data, the route lin

Navigation System 23Getting StartedReal-Time Traffic DisplayThe navigation screen can display up-to-the-minute traffic information when available, inc

24 Navigation SystemGetting StartedViewing Flow DataTraffic flow data is displayed as colored bands on either side of the freeway (see Traffic Display

Navigation System 25Getting StartedViewing Incident ReportsIncident reports appear as small diamond or circle-shaped icons (see Traffic Display Legend

26 Navigation SystemGetting StartedNo Traffic IncidentsIf you say “Display traffic incidents” or select Traffic Incidents, but there are no incidents

Navigation System 27Getting StartedSystem Function DiagramThis diagram shows the navigation system features, starting at the center and working outwar

28 Navigation SystemWhen you press the MENU button, the display changes to:NOTE:If you press the MENU button while en route, the MENU screen (Route) w

2 Navigation SystemTable of ContentsDirection List...59EXIT INFO (Freeway Exit Information)... 60Split-Screen Gui

Navigation System 29By AddressAfter you select Address from the MENU screen (Enter destination by), the display changes to:Tip:• When entering an addr

30 Navigation SystemTo enter the city name by voice spelling, say or select CHANGE TO SPELL MODE on the Say city name screen, and the display will cha

Navigation System 31If the system does not find an exact match, select LIST when you finish entering the name of the city. Most of the cities and town

32 Navigation SystemThe system has a talk back function. If your spoken letter is not recognized, the system will talk back to you. For example, if yo

Navigation System 33Entering the Street NumberAfter you have completed the street name, the display changes to the Enter street number screen. Use the

34 Navigation SystemScroll through the list to find your desired destination. After you select it, the system then displays the Calculate route to scr

Navigation System 35• The second best method is to select Category, Restaurant, and type of food. After you select Place Name by Keyword and search me

36 Navigation SystemRestaurantThis category is broken down into types of food, giving you a selection by each type: All Types, American, French, Japan

Navigation System 37Shopping (Retail)The subcategories are All Shopping, Accessories/Jewelry, Auto Parts & Electronics, Books/Music/Video, Clothin

38 Navigation SystemPlace Name by KeywordIf you do not know the exact name of the destination, you can find the place with a keyword. When you select

Navigation System 3Table of ContentsEdit Waypoint Search Area ... 108Guidance Mode ... 109Clock Adjustment ...

Navigation System 39City VicinityThe system allows you to find points of interest in the vicinity of the city you entered. When you select this option

40 Navigation SystemFinding the Place by Zagat 2007The ZAGAT 2007 option allows you to find a restaurant by the Zagat Rating information. The system l

Navigation System 41By IntersectionAfter you select Intersection from the MENU screen (Enter destination by), the display changes to:Tip:When entering

42 Navigation SystemTo enter the city name by voice spelling, say or select CHANGE TO SPELL MODE on the Say city name screen, and the display will cha

Navigation System 43If the system does not find an exact match, select LIST when you finish entering the name of the city. Most of the cities and town

44 Navigation SystemThe system has a talk back function. If your spoken letter is not recognized, the system will talk back to you. For example, if yo

Navigation System 45If you did not select a city in the beginning, and the intersection appears in more than one city, you will see the Select a city

46 Navigation System• When finishing a “Today’s Destinations” trip, the Today’s Destinations list entries are stored to this list, beginning with the

Navigation System 47If desired, rotate the Interface Dial knob to change the map scale. When you have the crosshairs in the desired icon, map feature,

48 Navigation SystemEntering a DestinationShowing the Map of StateWith the State selection, the display changes to the Select a state screen.After you

4 Navigation SystemIntroductionManual OverviewThe manual is divided into the following sections:• Getting Started - A basic introduction that discusse

Navigation System 49Entering a DestinationShowing the Map of Continental USAWith the Continental USA selection, the display changes to:The yellow box

50 Navigation SystemEntering a DestinationEditing Today’s Destinations ListIf you change your plans, you can modify the Today’s Destinations list orde

Navigation System 51Entering a DestinationNOTE:When finishing a “Today’s Destinations” trip, the Today’s Destinations list entries are stored to the P

52 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationDriving to Your DestinationA route typically has three phases.• Initial route calculation (Calculate ro

Navigation System 53Driving to Your DestinationChanging the Routing Method The system lets you select the way you want to drive to your destination. B

54 Navigation SystemViewing the RoutesSelecting View Routes on the Calculate route to screen allows you to scroll through and view the various routes

Navigation System 55Driving to Your DestinationViewing the Destination Map Selecting View Dest. Map displays a map of the destination vicinity. Press

56 Navigation SystemMap Screen LegendAcura DealerSchoolRestaurantATMParking LotPost OfficeHonda DealerHospitalGrocery StoreGas StationHotel/LodgingPar

Navigation System 57Driving to Your DestinationGuidance ScreenThe guidance screen offers an alternative way to view your route information. Many of th

58 Navigation SystemDistance and Time to DestinationWhen you select a destination, the distance to the destination is the actual road distance of the

Navigation System 5IntroductionThe navigation system applies this location, direction, and speed information to the maps and calculates a route to the

Navigation System 59Driving to Your DestinationVoice Guidance PromptsAs you get near the maneuver, you will hear a voice reminder and see a pop-up win

60 Navigation SystemYou can see the direction list and the distance to each maneuver. Press the MAP/GUIDE button or the CANCEL button to return to the

Navigation System 61Driving to Your DestinationSplit-Screen Guidance When en route to a destination, you have two display options: single-screen mode

62 Navigation SystemMap ScaleRotate the Interface Dial knob or say a voice command such as “Display 1/2 mile scale” (see page 157) to change the scale

Navigation System 63Driving to Your DestinationMap Orientation The map can be orientated two ways:• North-up: North pointing up as you would normally

64 Navigation SystemDestination IconThe destination icon only shows the approximate location of the destination.This occurs because a city block can h

Navigation System 65Driving to Your DestinationWeather Icons Weather icons are displayed on all map scales. The icons are:Daytime modeNighttime modeSo

66 Navigation SystemFor some icons, you can choose either to show or hide them on the map, while others like Acura Dealer are always shown. The table

Navigation System 67Driving to Your DestinationIncident icon*1.You can display the nearest traffic incidents by saying, “Display traffic incidents.”We

68 Navigation SystemShowing Icons on the Map Selecting Show Icon on Map from the Map menu (see page 58) displays the following screen:The screen consi

6 Navigation SystemWhile 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 deci

Navigation System 69Driving to Your DestinationFor instance, let’s assume that your school is not displayed on the map, and you want to make sure that

70 Navigation SystemGoing Off the RouteIf you leave the calculated route, “Recalculating...” is displayed at the top of the screen. The system will re

Navigation System 71Driving to Your DestinationViewing/Saving the Current Location Whenever you are on a map screen, you can always obtain your curren

72 Navigation SystemPop-Ups and DisclaimersWhen you say “OK” in the Calculate Route to screen, or if you change your route, the system checks your rou

Navigation System 73Driving to Your DestinationTraffic ReroutingWhen driving en route to your destination, if the system detects a traffic incident to

74 Navigation SystemChanging the Route While en route, you may wish to alter your route, add an interim “Waypoint” (pit stop), choose a different dest

Navigation System 75Search WaypointWaypoints allow you to add an interim “pit stop” while traveling to a destination. For instance, you may want to st

76 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationFrom Places Around the Destination, the system displays matches in a spiral pattern outward from the de

Navigation System 77Changing Your DestinationThere are four methods by which you can change or add a waypoint to your route. These are:Find Nearest (V

78 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationWhen the pop-up menu is displayed, select Set as Dest. to set your location as a replacement destinatio

Navigation System 7IntroductionVerified streets (dark colored) Unverified streets (light colored)When displayedThese roads are found within metropolit

Navigation System 79• For additional information on changing the routing method, see Changing the Routing Method on page 53.NOTE:The Continue trip to

80 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesThe INFO function consists of two main screens. To display the INFO screen (Main Info), say “Information” or p

Navigation System 81Information FeaturesWeather InformationThe Weather Information option allows you to view the weather forecast, warning list, and w

82 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesViewing Warning ListYou can view a list of all weather warnings in the United States. Say or select Warning Li

Navigation System 83Information FeaturesWeather Information on MapWeather IconsThe weather icons can be displayed on the map screen when turned on (se

84 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesYou can also view the weather information for your destination when you select the destination directly from t

Navigation System 85Information FeaturesElapsed TimeShows the elapsed time that the ignition has been on.Average SpeedShows you the average speed in m

86 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesYou can scroll through the calendar day by day by rotating the Interface Dial knob, or select the day by voice

Navigation System 87Information FeaturesDeleteFrom the Calendar screen, select the date of the schedule you wish to remove. To remove the schedule, sa

88 Navigation SystemInformation Features4. Select the base unit (e.g., pounds) that you wish to convert to some other unit. All other units will chang

8 Navigation SystemUser AgreementIn using this DVD “Satellite Linked Navigation System” (the “DVD”), which includes HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. software, AL

Navigation System 89Information FeaturesVoice Command HelpWhen you say or select Voice Command Help, you will see the following screen:NOTE:You can se

90 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesMap LegendYou can use the Map legend screens to learn the meaning of map features, icons, colors, etc. used in

Navigation System 91Information FeaturesUse the Interface Dial to scroll through the Key to Zagat Ratings screens.

92 Navigation SystemSystem SetupSETUP Mode The SETUP function consists of two main screens that allow you to change and update information in the syst

Navigation System 93System SetupContrast The screen contrast has 11 settings. To adjust the contrast, use the voice control system and say “Contrast u

94 Navigation SystemSystem Setup* Uses street name in guidance phrase.NOTE:To temporarily turn off voice guidance prompts, select OFF for the Volume s

Navigation System 95System SetupAddress Book The Address Book allows up to a total of 200 address entries. After 200 entries, the ADD TO Address Book

96 Navigation SystemSystem SetupEntering an AddressAfter you select Address Book, your Address Book list appears:Select New Address by pushing the Int

Navigation System 97System SetupPlaces - Allows you to select one of the Point of Interest (POI) locations already stored in the system as one of your

98 Navigation SystemSystem SetupIf you delete a category that was used to categorize addresses, the category for those addresses becomes “UNFILED.”NOT