Acura 2007 RDX 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 Set-upFor “Along the route,” the system looks in front of you within a corridor width specified by your values for “On Free

100 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upAuto DaylightSets automatic daylight saving time ON or OFF. If you reside in a state or area where daylight saving t

Navigation System 101System Set-upTime AdjustmentAdjusts the current time in hours and minutes. Switch HOUR and MINUTE by moving the Interface Dial le

102 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upCorrect Vehicle PositionThe system relies on satellites for positioning information. Buildings, tunnels, and other o

Navigation System 103System Set-upColorFrom the Set up screen (second), say or select Color and the following screen appears:Map ColorAllows you to ch

104 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upSwitching Display ModePressing the (Display mode) button allows you to toggle through the screen display modes: Da

Navigation System 105System Set-up• To allow the Sunlight sensor to function properly, avoid blocking the sensor with loose articles (see owner's

106 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upAcuraLink/MessagesFor complete details on setting up your AcuraLink messaging, refer to the AcuraLink section in you

Navigation System 107System Set-upRear View Camera Brightness AdjustmentWhen in reverse, the navigation hard buttons are locked out, except the rotati

108 Navigation SystemSystem InitializationSystem InitializationIf for any reason, you lose power to the navigation system (like the battery was discon

10 Navigation SystemGetting StartedSystem ControlsCANCEL button (Display mode) buttonSET UP buttonINFO buttonInterface Dial/ENTER buttonMENU bu

Navigation System 109System InitializationGPS InitializationDepending on the length of time the battery was disconnected, your system may require GPS

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

Navigation System 111System LimitationsThe destination icon shows the approximate location of the destination.This happens because a city block can ha

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

Navigation System 113Customer AssistanceReporting ErrorsOccasionally, you may encounter database errors.• If the error pertains to freeways and main “

114 Navigation SystemCustomer AssistanceVisiting Your DealerWe strive to make this manual as complete as possible and to answer all questions regardin

Navigation System 115Customer AssistanceChanging the DVDNOTE:The system’s database is stored on a removable DVD. The system will not work without the

116 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasMap CoverageThe system provides map coverage for the lower 48 US states, and Canada. The US map coverage consists o

Navigation System 117Coverage AreasFloridaCape Canaveral/Cocoa Beach/TitusvilleFlorida KeysFort Myers Metro area - including NaplesFort PierceGainesvi

118 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasMichiganDetroit Metro area - including Ann Arbor, Pontiac, Flint, Clinton, Eaton, and Monroe CountiesGrand Rapids M

Navigation System 11Getting StartedSET UP buttonDisplays the Set up screens to change and update information in the system. See page 83. (Display mode

Navigation System 119Coverage AreasOhioAkronColumbus/Marysville MetroCincinnati Metro - including Butler CountyCleveland Metro - including Geauga Coun

120 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasVirginiaWashington D.C. detailed area - including Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fauquier County, Fr

Navigation System 121Coverage AreasBRITISH COLUMBIAGreater VancouverAnmoreBelcarraBowen IslandBurnabyCoquitlamDeltaLangleyLangley TwpLions BayMaple Ri

122 Navigation SystemCoverage AreasHaltonBurlingtonHalton MillsMiltonOakvilleHamiltonHamiltonNiagaraFort ErieGrimsbyLincolnNiagara-on-the-LakeNiagara

Navigation System 123Coverage AreasOxfordPerthPeterboroughPrescott and RussellPrince EdwardSimcoeStormont, Dundas and GlengarryWaterlooWellingtonQUÉBE

124 Navigation SystemMontrealMontrealRousillonCandiacChateauguayDelsonLa PrairieLerySte-CatherineSt-ConstantTherese-de-BlainvilleBlainvilleBoisbriandB

Navigation System 125Coverage AreasRoads in the province of SaskatchewanHwy-1/Trans Canada Hwy across whole provinceRoads in the province of Manitoba:

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

Navigation System 127When I drive at night, the screen is bright and will not switch to the night display mode. Why?Verify the following: The display

128 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsMy Real-Time Traffic is missing and is not displaying properly. What is wrong?Verify the following: • C

12 Navigation SystemGetting StartedUpper displayShows a summary of the audio and climate control information, as well as the time. This summary is hel

Navigation System 129Guidance, RoutingProblem SolutionThe navi does not route me the same way I would go, or the way some other mapping program displa

130 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsWhile I drive, my screen shows white dots (“breadcrumbs”) on it. What do they mean?These are called “br

Navigation System 131Ordering a Navi DVD, Coverage, Map Errors, LimitationsProblem SolutionI want to buy a new DVD. How do I purchase one? You cannot

132 Navigation SystemFrequently Asked QuestionsDisplay, AccessoriesRear CameraProblem SolutionThe display appears dim when starting the car in real co

Navigation System 133Frequently Asked QuestionsMiscellaneous Other QuestionsProblem SolutionMy clock frequently changes forward and backward by one ho

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

Navigation System 135GlossaryGlossaryThe following is a glossary of terms pertaining to the voice recognition navigation system.Average Fuel - The ave

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

Navigation System 137GlossaryUnverified Streets - These streets have not been verified for turn restrictions, one-way, etc. They are shown in light br

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

Navigation System 13Getting StartedNAVI BACK buttonThis button has the same function as the CANCEL button. When you press and release it, the display

Navigation System 139Voice Command IndexVoice command help How long to the destination? (when on route, tells the time to destination)*How far to the

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

Navigation System 141Voice Command Indexoffice supply storepharmacypet food storesewing storeshoe storesporting goods storetoy storeairportautomobile

142 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexFan speed downFan speed # (#:1-7) (for best voice control, keep fan speed at 1 or 2)* Repeating these command

Navigation System 143Voice Command IndexRadio select XM1Radio select XM2XM channel # (#: 1-255)XM channel upXM channel downXM category upXM category d

144 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexMP3/WMA Voice CommandsThe system accepts these commands on most screens.MP3 playMP3 play track # (#: 1-30)MP3

Navigation System 145Voice Command IndexSet up Screen (first) CommandsThe system accepts these commands on Set up screen (first). (For Set up screen (

146 Navigation SystemVoice Command IndexOn-Screen Spelling AssistWhen speaking the letters or using “spell mode,” you can substitute the name that rep

Navigation System 147Voice Command IndexLetters Assist Definitions:Say Or say “...” Say Or say “...” Say Or say “...” Say Or say “...”A Alpha/AppleH H

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

14 Navigation SystemGetting StartedImproving Voice RecognitionTo achieve optimum voice recognition, the following guidelines should be followed:NOTE:M

Navigation System 149Voice Command IndexNumbers and Additional Symbol Assist Definitions:Numbers Say “...” or “Number ...” Symbols Say “...” or “Symbo

150 Navigation SystemIndexAAcuraLink/Messages...74, 76, 106ADD TO Today’s Destinations ...50Adding Destinations to the List ...47Addre

Navigation System 151IndexEntering Schedule ...79Entering Security Code...108Entering the Street Number...

152 Navigation SystemIndexPPC Card...115Personal Information ...85Phone Number ...

Navigation System 153IndexVolume ...84WWaypoints...98WMA Voice Commands ...

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

Navigation System 155the SOFTWARE after the date you obtain your initial copy of the SOFTWARE (“Supplemental Components”).• If ALPINE ELECTRONICS,INC.

Navigation System 15Getting StartedSelecting an Item in a ListTo scroll through a list, do one of the following:• Rotate the Interface Dial knob to sc

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 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 StartedMap Screen LegendAcura DealerSchoolRestaurantAT MParking LotPost OfficeHonda DealerHospitalGrocery StoreGas Station

20 Navigation SystemGetting StartedMap Screen DescriptionZoom In/OutRotate the Interface Dial knob to change the map scale. Zooming in increases the

Navigation System 21Getting StartedYou can save the current location in your Address Book by doing one of the following:• Use the voice control system

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

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

24 Navigation SystemGetting StartedNaturally, only roads with these sensors will show traffic information. The amount of flow data varies considerably

Navigation System 25Getting StartedListing Traffic Incidents by Voice ControlFrom the map screen (any scale), say “Display traffic incidents,” or “Dis

26 Navigation SystemGetting StartedSystem Function DiagramThis diagram shows the navigation system features, starting at the center and working outwar

Navigation System 27When you press the MENU button, the display changes to:Address (see page 28)This selection requires you to enter the city (and pos

28 Navigation SystemBy AddressAfter you select Address from the Enter destination by screen, the display changes to:Tip:• When entering an address by

2 Navigation SystemTable of ContentsMap Orientation ...61Destination Icon ...62Landmark and Incident

Navigation System 29To 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

30 Navigation SystemListings of cities and towns in the non-detailed coverage area may have an asterisk “*” next to their names. If you select one, a

Navigation System 31The system has a talkback function. If your spoken letter is not recognized, the system will talk back to you. For example, if you

32 Navigation SystemIf you try to enter a number outside that range using the voice control system, you will hear beeps. The system displays the accep

Navigation System 33Scroll through the list to find your desired destination. After you select it, the system then displays the Calculate route to scr

34 Navigation SystemFinding the Place by CategoryThe Category option gives you a list of categories or types of businesses to select from with the fol

Navigation System 35To list only restaurants with Zagat reviews, say or select ZAGAT 2006.You can view the complete Zagat Review for a selected restau

36 Navigation SystemAfter selecting a category, the system will give you the options of Place Name by Keyword, Sort by Distance to Travel, City Vicini

Navigation System 37Sort by Distance to TravelWhen you select this option, the system gives you a list of all the places in the subcategory. This list

38 Navigation SystemFinding the Place by NameThe Name option allows you to enter the name of a business, and then show you a list of businesses with t

Navigation System 3Table of ContentsRear View Camera ...106Rear View Camera Brightness Adjustment ...

Navigation System 39NOTE:• If you find that your city is not listed, it may be part of a larger metropolitan area. Try entering the street first.• Pri

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

Navigation System 41Selecting the StreetBy Voice Control:After you have selected the city, or if you say “Street” on the Find intersection by screen,

42 Navigation SystemBy Interface Dial:After you have selected the city, or if you select Street in the beginning, the display changes to the Enter str

Navigation System 43Select View Dest. Map and use the Interface Dial to select an icon, approximate area, or street you wish to choose as your destina

44 Navigation SystemScroll through the list and say the line number (1-6) of the destination, or select the desired destination you want.Once you sele

Navigation System 45The yellow box indicates the area you will see when you click the current map with the Interface Dial.NOTE:The address of the road

46 Navigation SystemMove the cross hairs to the desired destination, then push in on the Interface Dial. The address of the location you have selected

Navigation System 47Entering a DestinationBy Today’s DestinationsYou can create a “trip” by combining multiple destinations previously selected on the

48 Navigation SystemEntering a DestinationThe display then changes to show you all the current entries on the Today’s Destination list. Select DONE to

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

Navigation System 49Entering a DestinationBy Go Home Selecting Go Home from the Enter destination by screen takes you home or to a frequently used add

50 Navigation SystemDriving to Your DestinationDriving to Your DestinationA route typically has 3 phases.• Initial route calculation (Calculate route

Navigation System 51Driving to Your DestinationChanging the Routing MethodThe system lets you select the way you want to drive to your destination. Se

52 Navigation SystemYou can change the method for calculating the route by using the Interface Dial. The system will display another calculated route.

Navigation System 53Driving to Your DestinationViewing the Destination Map Selecting View Dest. Map displays a map of the destination vicinity. Press

54 Navigation SystemMap Screen LegendAcura DealerSchoolRestaurantAT MParking LotPost OfficeHonda DealerHospitalGrocery StoreGas StationHotel/LodgingPa

Navigation System 55Driving to Your DestinationGuidance ScreenThe guidance screen offers an alternative way to view your route information. Many of th

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

Navigation System 57Driving to Your DestinationVoice Guidance PromptsAs you get near the maneuver, you will hear a voice reminder, and see a pop-up wi

58 Navigation SystemYou can see the direction list and the distance to each maneuver. Press the MAP/GUIDE button to return to the previous screen.You

Navigation System 5IntroductionThe navigation system is easy to use. The locations of many places of business and entertainment are already entered in

Navigation System 59Driving to Your DestinationWhen you get near the maneuver, the map screen changes to:On the map screen, the location of the maneuv

60 Navigation SystemMap ScaleRotate the Interface Dial knob or a voice command such as “Display 1/2 mile scale” (see page 139) to change the scale of

Navigation System 61Driving to Your DestinationMap OrientationThe map can be oriented two ways:• North-up: North pointing up as you would normally vie

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

Navigation System 63Driving to Your DestinationFor some icons you can choose either to show or hide them on the map, while others like Acura Dealers,

64 Navigation SystemIncident icon*1. When gas station icons are selected for view on the map, some icons are shown as “brand icons.”*2. When selecting

Navigation System 65Driving to Your DestinationShowing Icons on the MapSelecting Show Icon on Map from the Map menu (see page 56) displays the followi

66 Navigation SystemFor instance, let’s assume that your real-time traffic is not displayed on the map, and you want to make sure that your settings a

Navigation System 67Driving to Your DestinationGoing Off the RouteIf you leave the calculated route, “Recalculating...” is displayed at the top of the

68 Navigation SystemViewing/Saving the Current LocationWhenever you are on a map screen, you can always obtain your current location either by pushing

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 DestinationPop-ups and DisclaimersWhen you say “OK” in the Calculate Route to screen, or if you change your route,

70 Navigation SystemChanging the RouteWhile on route, you may wish to alter your route, add an interim “Waypoint” (pit stop), choose a different desti

Navigation System 71Driving to Your DestinationAvoid StreetsFrom the Change route by screen, if you say or select Avoid Streets, the system displays a

72 Navigation SystemNext, select your “Waypoint Category,” then follow the menu prompts to select a destination. When the system performs a search fro

Navigation System 73Driving to Your DestinationUsing Interface Dial to Change DestinationWhile following a calculated route, you can select a new dest

74 Navigation SystemContinue Trip ScreenIf you restart the vehicle, without having completed your prior trip, you will see the following screen:• To c

Navigation System 75Driving to Your DestinationWhen service information is received from your vehicle or AcuraLink, an envelope icon is displayed in t

76 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesInformation ScreenWhen you say “Information” or press the INFO button, the display changes to:NOTE:If some ite

Navigation System 77Information FeaturesWhen you make a selection, you will see the help commands that can be used with the voice control. You can say

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

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

Navigation System 79Information FeaturesEntering Your ScheduleSet your schedule by selecting the day on the calendar, and the display changes to:Remin

80 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesKey to Zagat RatingsWhen you display data for a Zagat surveyed restaurant on the Select a place screen, you wi

Navigation System 81Information FeaturesCalculatorWhen you say or select Calculator, the display changes to:Use the Interface Dial and it’s Knob to us

82 Navigation SystemInformation FeaturesRoadside AssistanceWhen you say or select Roadside Assistance, you will see the following screen:An Acura Road

Navigation System 83System Set-upSet-up ModeThe Set up function consists of two main screens, that allows you to change and update information in the

84 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upVolumeThe navigation voice volume can be adjusted by:• Using the voice control system and saying “Volume up” or “Volu

Navigation System 85System Set-upSet up Screen (second)Say or select MORE to view additional set up functions and the following screen appears:toPerso

86 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upAccessing the Address Book ListAfter selecting Address Book, if an PIN has been set, the system prompts you to enter

Navigation System 87System Set-upEdit AddressWhen you say or select Edit Address, the display changes to:Current Position - Allows you to use your cur

88 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upEdit CategoryIf desired, you can specify the category of this address. Say or select Edit Category to display the Sel

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

Navigation System 89System Set-upPIN NumberYou can set a four-digit PIN (Personal Identification Number) for accessing the following features, if desi

90 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upPrevious DestinationsAllows you to delete some or all of your previous destinations.NOTE:To cancel the deletion of Pr

Navigation System 91System Set-upUnits (mile or km)Allows you to select the units for the entire system (mile or km).Voice Recognition FeedbackAllows

92 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upUnverified Area RoutingAllows you to receive turn-by-turn map and voice guidance in unverified areas when on route to

Navigation System 93System Set-upUnverified Area RoutingWhen driving to your destination, you have the choice of using or not using “unverified” roads

94 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upabout to enter an unverified area and that you will be following a dotted “vector line” that points to your destinati

Navigation System 95System Set-upWith Unverified Area Routing OFF, you are presented with a blue “vector line” that always points to the destination.

96 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upEdit Avoid AreaThis function allows you to select areas you wish to avoid when calculating a route to your destinatio

Navigation System 97System Set-upAfter selecting the choice, a map screen will be displayed.Rotate the Interface Dial knob to select the map scale (av

98 Navigation SystemSystem Set-upNOTE:• You can select areas to avoid, however you cannot select roads or areas that you want the system to use for ro