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© 2007 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
P/N 00X31 TA5 8000
Table of Contents
By Today’s Destinations................42
Editing Today’s Destination List.....43
Adding Destinations to the List........43
By Go Home..................................44
Introduction ..................................4
Manual Overview............................4
System Overview ............................4
Accessories Precautions ..................5
Important Safety Information..........5
Map Overview.................................6
Current Street .................................... 6
Verified/Unverified Street.................. 6
Entering a Destination .............. 22
By Address ....................................23
Selecting the State or Province........ 23
Selecting the City ............................. 23
Selecting the Street .......................... 25
Entering the Street Number ............. 27
By Address Book...........................27
Adding Addresses to the Personal
Driving to Your Destination ..... 45
Driving to Your Destination..........45
Calculate Route to Screen..............45
Changing the Routing Method.........46
Viewing the Routes...........................46
Viewing the Destination Map ..........48
Map Screen....................................48
Route Line........................................48
Map Screen Legend .........................49
Guidance Screen............................50
Guidance Screen Legend .................50
Distance and Time to
Address Book................................ 28
By Places .......................................28
Finding the Place by Category........ 29
Finding the Place by Name.............. 33
Finding the Place by Phone
Number......................................... 33
Finding the Place by Zagat 2007..... 34
By Intersection...............................34
Selecting the State or Province........ 35
Selecting the City ............................. 35
Selecting the Street .......................... 37
By Previous Destinations...............39
By Map Input.................................40
Showing the Map of Current
User Agreement ............................8
Getting Started ...........................10
System Controls ............................10
Voice Control Basics.....................13
Using the Voice Control System ...... 14
Improving Voice Recognition .......... 14
Selecting an Item (Button) on the
Screen.........................................15
Selecting an Item in a List.............15
Entering Information .....................16
System Start-up .............................17
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® .......18
Map Screen Legend.......................19
Map Screen Description ................20
Zoom In/Out..................................... 20
Map Scrolling .................................. 20
Displaying Current Location.........20
System Function Diagram.............21
Destination..................................51
Map Menu......................................51
Voice Guidance Prompts .................52
Direction List.................................52
EXIT INFO
(Freeway Exit Information)..........53
Split Screen Guidance....................54
Map Scale ......................................55
Map Orientation.............................56
Destination Icon.............................57
Position......................................... 40
Showing the Map of City.................. 41
Showing the Map of State ................ 41
Showing the Map of Continental
USA............................................... 42
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Auto Volume for Speed ....................84
Routing & Guidance......................85
Rerouting .........................................85
Unverified Area Routing..................86
Edit Avoid Area................................90
Edit Waypoint Search Area..............92
Guidance Mode................................93
Clock Adjustment..........................93
Auto Daylight...................................94
Auto Time Zone................................94
Daylight Savings Time (DST) Selection
(Change DST schedule)................95
Time Adjustment ..............................95
Vehicle...........................................95
Off-road Tracking............................95
Correct Vehicle Position..................96
Color ..............................................97
Map Color........................................97
Menu Color......................................98
Switching Display Mode
Manually.......................................98
Switching Display Mode
Automatically................................99
System Information .....................100
Rear View Camera
(if equipped) .............................100
Rear View Camera Brightness
Adjustment..................................100
Landmark Icons.............................57
Showing Icons on the Map............... 59
Icon Options .................................... 59
Going Off the Route......................61
Off-road Tracking..........................61
Viewing/Saving the Current
Location......................................62
Pop-ups and Disclaimers...............63
Changing the Route.......................64
MENU Screen (Route)..................... 64
Cancel Route.................................... 64
Change Method................................ 64
Search Waypoint.............................. 65
Delete Waypoint .............................. 66
Back to Route................................... 66
Avoid Street...................................... 66
Detour.............................................. 66
Changing Your Destination...........67
Find Nearest (Voice command)....... 67
Go Home (Voice command) ............ 67
Using Interface Dial to Change
Cellular Phonebook .......................69
Voice Command Help ...................69
Trip Computer ...............................70
Map Legend...................................71
Calendar.........................................71
Entering Your Schedule ................... 72
Key to Zagat Ratings.....................73
Calculator.......................................74
Unit Conversion............................... 75
System Set-up............................. 76
SETUP Mode.................................76
SETUP Screen (Main Setup).........76
Brightness ........................................ 76
Contrast ........................................... 76
Black Level....................................... 76
Volume ............................................. 77
Interface Dial Feedback .................. 77
Guidance Prompts ........................... 77
SETUP Screen (Other) ..................78
Personal Information .....................78
Address Book ................................... 78
Home Address.................................. 82
PIN Number..................................... 82
Previous Destinations...................... 83
Basic Settings ................................84
Units (mile or km)............................ 84
Voice Recognition Feedback ........... 84
Destination ................................... 67
Entering a Destination from the Menu
Screen (while on route) ................ 68
Continue Trip Screen.....................68
Information Features .................69
Information Screen........................69
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System Initialization.................101
System Initialization....................101
Entering the Security Code..........101
GPS Initialization ........................102
Map Matching .............................102
Glossary.................................... 129
Glossary.......................................129
Voice Command Index............ 132
Global Commands.......................132
Navigation General
System Limitations...................103
Database Limitations ...............105
Commands................................132
Navigation Display
Commands................................133
Find Place Commands.................134
Climate Control Commands........135
Temperature Voice Commands...136
Radio Voice Commands..............136
CD Voice Commands..................137
Information Screen Voice
Customer Assistance ................107
Reporting Errors..........................107
Honda Automobile Customer
Service......................................107
Visiting Your Dealer ...................108
Obtaining a Navigation Update
DVD .........................................108
Changing the DVD......................109
PC Card .......................................109
Commands................................138
SETUP Screen (Main Setup)
Commands................................138
On-Screen Commands.................139
On-Screen Spelling Assist.............. 139
Coverage Areas.........................110
Map Coverage .............................110
U.S. Detailed Coverage Areas....... 110
Canada Detailed Coverage
Index ......................................... 143
Areas .......................................... 115
Frequently Asked Questions....121
Troubleshooting........................128
Navigation System
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Introduction
The back of this manual contains:
• Map Coverage (page 110)
Manual Overview
System Overview
The manual is divided into the
following sections:
Your navigation system is a highly
sophisticated location system with voice
control that uses satellites and a map
database to show you where you are and
to help guide you to a desired
destination.
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
(page 121)
• Getting started - A basic introduction
that discusses the controls and how to
communicate with the system.
• Troubleshooting Guide (page 128)
• Glossary of Terms (page 129)
• Voice Command List (page 132)
• Entering a Destination - How to enter
an address or locate a point of interest
(POI).
The navigation system receives signals
from the global positioning system
(GPS), a network of 24 satellites in orbit
around the earth. By receiving signals
from several of these satellites, the
navigation system can determine the
latitude, longitude, and elevation of
your vehicle. In addition, a gyroscopic
yaw sensor and a vehicle speed sensor
in your vehicle keep track of the
• Driving to your Destination - An
explanation of the map features,
guidance, and cautions.
• Information Features - Cellular
Phonebook, Voice Command Help,
Trip Computer, Map Legend,
Calendar, Key to Zagat Ratings, and
Calculator.
direction and speed of travel at all times.
• System Set-up - How to set up and
tailor the system for your personal
use and use the Address Book.
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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.
Accessories Precautions
Important Safety Information
If you have rear window tinting
The navigation system can distract your
attention from the road if you focus on
the screen or operate the system’s
controls while driving.
installed, be aware that if the tint has
metallic properties, it can seriously
degrade or prevent GPS reception. This
is because the GPS antenna is located on
the right side of the rear shelf.
Enter as much information as possible
into the system before you begin
driving, or when the vehicle is stopped.
Then, as you drive, listen to the audio
instructions and use voice commands
when possible.
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.
If you plan to install electronic
components such as radar detectors,
vehicle location devices, remote
starters, additional amplifiers, or other
audio components, ensure that they are
not located near the navigation control
unit in the trunk, near the navigation
display in the dash, or near the GPS
antenna on the right side of the rear
shelf. Signal noise emanating from these
devices can cause intermittent
There are several ways to enter a
destination, such as by point of interest
(POI), by address, by phone number,
and by selecting it from the map. The
last 50 destinations are saved for reuse
at a later date. The system also allows
you to store a home address to simplify
returning home from your destination.
disruption of the navigation system.
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Introduction
WARNING
The navigation system is designed to
provide route information to help you
reach your destination. However, this
route guidance may sometimes conflict
with current road conditions such as
street closures, road construction,
detours, and out-of-date map data.
Map Overview
Current Street
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.
The current street on which your vehicle
is, appears at the bottom of the map
screen (see page 19). A message saying
“Not on a digitized road” may appear
instead when you drive half a mile away
from a mapped road. For more details,
see Off-road Tracking on page 61.
Additionally, the system itself has
certain limitations (see page 103).
Therefore, you must verify the audio
and visual route information provided
by the system by carefully observing the
roadway, signs and signals, etc. If you
are unsure, proceed with caution.
Always use your own good judgment,
and obey traffic laws while driving.
Follow all operating instructions
and safety information in this
manual.
Verified/Unverified Street
Your navigation system has two kinds
of streets: verified (dark colored) and
unverified (light colored). The
differences between the two types of
streets are contrasted in the chart on
page 7.
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.
“Unverified” Road
“Verified” Road
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Verified streets (dark colored)
Unverified streets (light colored)
These roads are found in rural areas, and typically include
These roads are found within metropolitan areas, and
When
displayed
include interstate freeways and major roads connecting residential streets away from the center of a town.
cities.
Shown on daytime map screen as black or red, such as Shown on the daytime map screen as light brown.
interstate freeways.
Street color
The database vendor has verified these streets.
Information like turn restrictions, average speed, and
whether it is a one way street have been gathered and
used when creating your route to a destination.
These streets have not been verified by the database vendor.
The system does not contain information on one-way streets,
turn restrictions, or the road’s average speed. They are shown
on the map for reference and can have errors in map location,
naming, and address range.
Map Quality
While driving to your destination, the displayed route
line is solid blue. The system provides voice and map
guidance to your destination.
Your route line is either a blue dotted “vector line,” or a dashed
pink/blue line. For information on selecting this option, and the
routing differences, see Unverified Area Routing on page 86.
Routing
differences
There are no pop up boxes urging extra caution during a Regardless of whether the user chooses route guidance, there
route. However, because roads constantly change, you are cautionary screens before and during the route urging the
Cautions
are urged to use common sense, and always obey
posted traffic restrictions.
user to be extra cautious, and obey all traffic restrictions. See
Unverified Area Routing on page 86.
Guidance
voice
Voice guidance issues maneuvers such as “In a half
mile make a right turn.”
The suffix “if possible” is added to each guidance maneuver.
For example: “In a half mile make a right turn, if possible.”
Time and
distance
“to go”
The time and distance “to go,” displayed while on route Because the average speed of these roads is not known, the time
to a destination, is based on the average speed and
distance for the roads used for your route.
and distance “to go” is based on a fixed average speed of
25 mph for these roads.
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User Agreement
In using this DVD “Satellite Linked
Navigation System” (the “DVD”),
which includes HONDA MOTOR CO.,
LTD. software, ALPINE
• The DVD may not be copied,
• The Licensors do not guarantee to the
customer that the functions included
in the DVD meet the specific
objectives of the user.
duplicated, or otherwise modified, in
whole or in part, without the express
written permission of the Licensors.
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.
You should, therefore, make sure that
you read and understand the following
provisions. If for any reason you do not
wish to be bound by the terms of this
Agreement, please return the DVD to
your dealer.
• The DVD may not be transferred or
sublicensed to any third party for
profit, rent or loan, or licensed for
reuse in any manner.
• Licensor shall not be responsible for
any damages caused by the use of the
DVD to the actual user or to any third
party.
• The DVD may not be decompiled,
reverse engineered or otherwise
disassembled, in whole or in part.
• The warranty on the DVD shall not
extend to an exchange or refund due
to misspelling, omission of letters, or
any other cosmetic discrepancy in the
contents of the DVD.
• The DVD may not be used in a
network or by any other manner of
simultaneous use in multiple systems.
• The right to use the DVD shall expire
either when the user destroys the
DVD or software, or when any of the
terms of this Agreement are violated
and the Licensors exercise the option
to revoke the license to use the DVD
or software.
• The DVD is intended solely for
personal use (or internal use where
the end-user is a business) by the
consumer. The DVD is not to be used
for commercial purposes.
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User Agreement
• The terms and conditions hereof
apply to all subsequent users and
owners as well as to the original
purchaser.
The user shall indemnify and save
harmless the Licensors, and their
officers, employees and agents, from
and against any claim, demand or
action, irrespective of the nature of the
cause of the claim, demand or action,
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Use, duplication, or disclosure of this
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7013, as applicable. Manufacturers are
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MOTOR CO., LTD., 2-1-1 Minami
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JAPAN., Alpine Electronics, Inc., 20-1
Yoshima Kogyodanchi, Iwaki,
• 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.
Fukushima 970-1192 JAPAN.,
NAVTEQ Corporation, 222
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IL, 60654, INFO USA
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803-8630, JAPAN.
Navigation System
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Getting Started
CANCEL button
Cancels the current screen and returns to
the previous screen display.
System Controls
NOTE:
The NAVI BACK button performs the
same basic function.
MAP/GUIDE button
Screen
Displays the map. When on a route,
switches between the map and
guidance screens. See page 19 or 49.
Lower Display
MENU button
Time (set by navigation system)
Displays the “Enter destination by”
options on the MENU screen. When on
a route, displays the “Route” options on
the MENU screen. See page 22 or 64.
Passenger’s Temperature
Driver’s Temperature
CANCEL button
MAP/GUIDE button
SETUP button
Displays the SETUP screen to change
and update information in the system.
See page 76.
Interface Dial/
ENTER button
MENU button
INFO button
Displays the screen for selecting
Cellular Phonebook, Voice
Command Help, Trip Computer,
Map Legend, Calendar, Key to
Zagat Ratings, and Calculator. See
page 69.
SETUP button
INFO button
Display mode
button
AUDIO button
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Display mode button
Switches the display between Day
mode, Night mode, and OFF. See
page 98.
Interface Dial/ENTER button
ENTER
In almost all cases, you can enter a
selection into the system by pushing in
on the Interface Dial.
Knob
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. Rotating it
counterclockwise increases the scale,
showing more area with less detail.
AUDIO button
Press to display the audio screen.
For more information on audio system
features, see the Audio section of the
Owner’s manual.
Other buttons
See the Owner’s manual.
Selector
The Interface Dial moves left, right,
up, and down. Use the Interface Dial
to look around a displayed map. Moving
the Interface Dial up or down can also
be used to scroll up or down a page in a
list. You can also rotate the Interface
Dial knob to move the highlighting
around the display or to scroll through a
list. After making a selection in a menu
or list, push in on the Interface Dial
(ENTER button) to enter the selection
into the system.
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Getting Started
Screen
Lower Display
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.
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). Harsher chemicals may
damage the screen.
The audio summary consists of the radio
band, frequency, and volume. For XM
radio, a brief description of the station
and current music is displayed.
The climate status consists of the
driver’s and passenger’s temperature,
fan speed, ON/OFF (AC), vent setting.
The time is automatically set by the
navigation system. Settings can be
adjusted in SETUP (see Time
NOTE:
If you vehicle is equipped with a rear
view camera option, whenever you shift
to R (Reverse), the rear view is shown
on the navigation system screen. See
page 100.
Adjustment on page 95).
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NAVI BACK button
Voice Control Basics
This button has the same function as the
CANCEL button. When you press and
release it, the display returns to the
previous screen. When the previous
screen appears, the system replays the
last prompt. This button is enabled for
the navigation system commands only.
However, it can be used to cancel an
audio or climate control voice command
up to one second after the command
confirmation.
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.
Navi/HFL
Microphone (On the ceiling)
HFL button
NOTE:
NAVI TALK button
The NAVI TALK and NAVI BACK
buttons are deactivated while using the
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® feature.
See your vehicle Owner’s manual and
the official web site
(handsfreelink.honda.com) for
information on this system.
This button activates the voice control
system. Press and release it when you
want to give a voice command. See
Voice Command Index on page 132 for
a list of voice commands.
NAVI TALK
button
NAVI BACK
button
HFL BACK
button
NOTE:
While using the voice control system, all
of the speakers are muted.
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Getting Started
If the system does not understand a
command or you wait too long to give a
command, it responds with “Pardon,”
“Please repeat,” or “Would you say
again.” If the system cannot perform a
command or the command is not
appropriate for the screen you are on, it
sounds a beep.
If you hear a prompt such as “Please use
the Interface Dial to...” or “Please
choose an area with the Interface Dial,”
the system is asking for input that
cannot be performed using the voice
control system.
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:
Improving Voice Recognition
To achieve optimum voice recognition
when using either the Navigation or
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® voice
control system, the following guidelines
should be followed:
Anytime you are not sure of what voice
commands are available on a screen,
you can always say “Help” at any
screen. The system can then read the list
of commands to you.
• Press and release the NAVI TALK
button.
NOTE:
• Wait for the beep.
Make sure the correct screen is
displayed for the voice command that
you are using. See Voice Command
Index on page 132.
When you speak a command, the system
generally either repeats the command as
a confirmation or asks you for further
information. If you do not wish to hear
this feedback, you can turn it off.
However, hearing the feedback will
familiarize you with the way the system
expects commands to be phrased. See
the Voice Recognition Feedback
setting in SETUP.
• Give a voice command.
Once the microphone picks up your
command, the system changes the
display in response to the command and
prompts you for the next command.
Using the NAVI TALK button, answer
the prompts as required.
• It is best if the windows and sunroofs
are closed. However, if you drive
with the windows or sunroof open,
speak a little louder to overcome the
wind noises.
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• Lower the A/C fan speed during
voice recognition operation and
adjust the air flow from both the
dashboard and side vents so they do
not blow against the microphone on
the ceiling.
Selecting an Item (Button)
on the Screen
On most screens, there are items that
can be selected (like buttons with titles
such as OK or Return). To select an
item on any screen, do one of the
following:
Selecting an Item in a List
To scroll through a list, do one of the
following:
• Rotate the Interface Dial knob to
scroll one item at a time.
• Use the voice control system to scroll
page by page. For example, to scroll
up, say, “Up” or “Previous.” To scroll
down, say “Next” or “Down.”
• If more than one person is speaking at
the same time, the system may
misinterpret your command.
• Use the voice control system and say
the name of the desired item. Almost
all selectable items on the screen,
including some listed items, are
recognized by the voice control
system.
• After pressing and releasing the
NAVI TALK button, wait for the
beep, then give a voice command.
• Move the Interface Dial up or down
to scroll through the list page by
page.
• Give a voice command in a clear,
natural speaking voice without
pausing between words.
• Move the highlighting to the desired
item with the Interface Dial or its
knob, then push in on the Interface
Dial.
If you cannot find the desired name, or
have made an error, return to the
previous screen by pressing the
• If the system cannot recognize your
command because of background
noise, speak louder.
CANCEL or the NAVI BACK button.
Tip:
To select the desired item in the list, do
one of the following:
If items are grayed out (very dark
colored), this means that they cannot be
selected.
• If you are still having trouble with the
voice control system, refer to Voice
Command Help on the
• Use the voice control system, and say
the item number of the desired item.
Information screen.
• Rotate the Interface Dial knob to
move the highlighting to the item,
then push in on the Interface Dial.
NOTE:
The voice control system can be used
only in the driver’s seat because the
microphone unit removes noises from
the front passenger side.
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Getting Started
When the system finds only one entry that matches, it completes the name entry for
you. If the system finds more than one entry that matches your input, a list of these
matches is displayed.
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:
Tip:
When entering a name of city, street, or place, if you are unsure of the spelling of the
name, enter the letters that you are sure of, then move the Interface Dial up to
select LIST. The system will display a list of names that most closely match your
input.
• Say the desired letter, number, or
symbol on the screen if you are
entering a City or Street name.
NOTE:
The voice command names that can be used for each letter are shown below. For
additional keyboard symbols, see page 139.
• Move the highlighting to the desired
letter, number, or symbol by rotating
the Interface Dial knob, then push
in on the Interface Dial.
Each entered letter will appear at the top
of the display. Move the Interface Dial
right to enter a space between words. If
necessary, move it to the left to delete
an entry.
Say Or say “...”
Say Or say “...”
Say Or say “...”
Say Or say “...”
A
B
C
D
E
F
Alpha/Apple
Bravo/Boy
Charlie
H
I
Hotel/Henry
India/Igloo
Juliet/John
O
P
Q
R
S
T
Oscar
V
W
X
Victor
When entering an address, the system
searches the database for words that
match the letters you are entering.
As a result, you will notice that some
letters are no longer available.
Papa/Paul
Whiskey/William
X-Ray
J
Quebec/Queen
Romeo/Robert
Sierra/Sam
Tango/Tom
Uniform/Uncle
Delta/Dog
K
L
M
N
Kilo/King
Y
Yankee/Yellow
Zulu/Zebra
Enter
Echo/Edward
Foxtrot/Frank
Golf/George
Lima/Larry
Mike/Mary
November/Nancy
Z
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16 Navigation System
Getting Started
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.
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:
If you do not push in on the Interface
Dial, the screen will go dark after 30
seconds. To return to the Disclaimer
screen, press any navigation or voice
control button.
The Calendar reminder screen
remains displayed until you select OK
or Remind Later by rotating the
Interface Dial knob and pushing in
on the Interface Dial, or press the
CANCEL button.
NOTE:
If you do not select OK, and then enter
the SETUP or Information screen,
some items are not available, and will
show up as darkened buttons (grayed
out). See System Function Diagram on
page 21.
If you select OK and push in on the
Interface Dial, the reminder will not
show up again. If you wish to have the
reminder show up again later in the day,
select Remind Later and push in on
the Interface Dial.
NOTE:
If you have entered any Calendar
reminders, they are displayed after you
select OK.
The OK button does not appear
immediately. It appears after the
software is loaded.
Navigation System 17
Getting Started
®
®
If you press the CANCEL button, the
message will be displayed the next time
you start the vehicle.
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink
If you have a Bluetooth compatible cell
phone that is “paired,” then CALL on
the Calculate route to screen is
enabled.
NOTE:
The system will display the current
message and any older or previously
unread messages, with the newest
message listed first.
When you select CALL, the system
dials the number shown on the screen. If
CALL is not available (grayed out), and
your phone is “paired,” then make sure
the phone has service or that HFL is not
in use; press the HFL BACK button.
For more information on Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink®, see the vehicle
Owner’s manual and the official web
site (handsfreelink.honda.com).
18 Navigation System
Getting Started
Map Screen Legend
Map Orientation
Landmark Icon - Generic (see page 57)
“Breadcrumbs”
(see page 56)
(see Off-road Tracking on page 61)
Honda Dealer
Hospital
Acura Dealer
School
“North Up”
Streets
Grocery Store
Gas Station
Hotel/Lodging
Parking Garage
Restaurant
ATM
(see Map Overview on page 6)
Dark Red: Interstates or Freeways
Black: Verified Streets
“Heading Up”
GPS Signal Strength
: Best Reception
Light Brown: Unverified Streets
Parking Lot
Post Office
: Good Reception
Missing: Poor/No Reception
Freeway Exit Information
Vehicle Position
(see page 62)
One-way Traffic Icon (1/20 mile only)
(Use voice command
“Display the current location.” or
use the Interface Dial to show
current location.)
(see page 60)
Map Features
Dark Green: Park
Light Blue: Hospital
Brown: Shopping Mall
Light Brown: Indian Reservation
Green: Golf Course
Current Street
(see page 6)
Gray: Airport/Stadium/Business
Blue: Body of Water
Blue/Green: Cemetery
Matte Blue: University
Current Map Scale
(see page 55)
NOTE:
Map Scale Adjustment
Map Menu
(Mile or km per half inch appears only when you
(see page 51)
If you move the Interface Dial over an
area (map features shown above), the
name is displayed on the screen.
zoom in or out by rotating the Interface Dial knob.)
(Push in on the Interface Dial to view.)
NOTE:
See Map Legend on the Information screen for further explanation.
Navigation System 19
Getting Started
NOTE:
Map Screen Description
Displaying Current Location
The elevation will not appear when the
system is temporarily lacking proper
GPS information. The system elevation
may not agree with elevations shown on
roadside elevation signs, and may
fluctuate plus or minus 100 feet or more.
You can see the current address,
Zoom In/Out
latitude, longitude and elevation at any
time by doing one of the following:
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.
• Use the voice control system and say
“Display current location.”
• Push in on the Interface Dial, select
Show Icon on Map, push in on the
Interface Dial again, and then move
the Interface Dial left to select the
CURRENT LOCATION.
You can save the current location in
your Address Book by doing one of the
following:
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
• Use the voice control system and say
“Save current position.”
The Current location screen will
appear on the display.
• Push in on the Interface Dial and
select Save, and then push in on the
Interface Dial again.
CANCEL, or the NAVI BACK button.
Select Return to return to the previous
screen.
20 Navigation System
Getting Started
System Function Diagram
VOICE:
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CURRENT LOCA
This diagram shows the navigation
system features, starting at the center
and working outward in layers. The
navigation program starts at “Key ON,”
and then displays the globe screen
(blue). If OK is selected on the
(pg. 62)
U
VOICE: "FIND
NEAREST..."
ATM, ETC.
(pg. 134)
Disclaimer screen, the functions in the
yellow segments of the diagram become
available in the SETUP and
Information screens. The white
segments of the diagram are available
anytime, even if you do not select OK.
R
The items above the map screen show
various methods to begin driving to
your destination (orange). You are
provided with map/voice guidance,
routing cautions, and a direction list.
While driving to your destination, use
the voice control system as much as
possible to interact with the navigation,
audio, and climate control systems
(green).
KEY
ON
NUMERIC RATING
(pg. 74)
OK
T
NO
SELECTED
Navigation System 21
Entering a Destination
When you press the MENU button, the
display changes to:
Places (see page 28)
Map Input (see page 40)
The system has been programmed with
the locations of many businesses, parks,
hospitals, etc. This selection lets you
search these by category, name, phone
number, or Zagat 2007 (for restaurant).
This selection allows you to point to a
destination on the map using the
Interface Dial. This allows you to
enter a destination or address that may
not be listed in the database.
Intersection (see page 34)
Today’s Destinations (see page 42)
This selection allows you to enter the
names of two intersecting streets in a
city. This is useful if you know the
general location of your destination, but
not the exact address.
You can enter and sort up to five
destinations and store them in the
Today’s Destination list. You can then
use the Today’s Destinations selection.
NOTE:
NOTE:
If you press the MENU button while on
a route, the MENU screen (Route) will
be displayed. To enter the destination,
select the “Enter destination by” tab by
moving the Interface Dial to the left.
Previous Destinations (see page 39)
If Today’s Destinations is grayed
out, there is no Today’s Destination
entered.
When you enter a destination with any
of the available selections (except
Address Book and Go Home), the
last 50 destinations are saved by the
system. Use this selection to choose a
destination again.
Go Home (see page 44)
This selection allows you to select your
home or a common place as a
destination.
Address (see page 23)
This selection requires you to enter the
city (and possibly the state), and the
address that you want to go to.
NOTE:
NOTE:
If Previous Destinations is grayed
out, there is no Previous Destination
entered.
If you have no home address entered,
the system prompts you for one.
Address Book (see page 27)
This selection allows you to select a
stored address. The system can store up
to a combined total of 200 User 1 and
User 2 addresses.
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Entering a Destination
NOTE:
Selecting the City
By Address
• If you find that your city is not listed,
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 that city.
After you select Address from the
MENU screen (Enter destination by),
the display changes to:
it may be part of a larger
metropolitan area. Try entering the
street first.
• Prior to departure, you can set areas
to avoid. The system then includes
them in its calculations for the
destination you have entered. See
Edit Avoid Area on page 90.
By Voice Control:
Selecting the State or Province
Say “City” on the Find address by
screen, and the display changes to the
Say city name screen. Say the city
name and the searching will begin.
The state you are in is displayed at the
top of the screen. If your desired
destination is in another state, select
CHANGE STATE by moving the
Interface Dial down.
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.
The display then changes to the Select
a state screen. Use the voice control
system and say the name of the state, or
rotate the Interface Dial knob to
select the state.
NOTE:
To improve voice recognition, when
saying the city name, pronounce the
syllables as clearly as possible.
Navigation System 23
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. For
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.
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
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.
following pop-up box will appear:
You should select a letter by saying the
number.
Alternatively, to improve voice
recognition, you can say “Echo” or
“Edward” instead of “E.” See page 16
for a list of available words for each
letter.
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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.
Say the street name by saying individual
letters or numbers, or words that
represent the letters, one at a time.
Selecting the Street
By Voice Control:
After you have selected the city, or if
you say “Street” on the Find address
by screen, the display changes to the
Say street name screen. Say the street
name and the searching will begin.
Listings of cities and towns in the non-
detailed 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...”, and
a street address cannot be entered (see
Map Coverage on page 110). Try
entering the street first, and then select
the city if available.
Select View Dest. Map and use the
Interface Dial to select an icon,
To enter the street name by voice
spelling, say or select CHANGE TO
SPELL MODE on the Say street
name screen, and the display will
change to the Enter street name
screen.
approximate area, or street you wish to
choose as your destination. Otherwise, a
central location of the city will be
selected. If you select a point of interest
(POI) or road in an unverified area, you
may or may not have routing in these
areas. See Map Overview on page 6.
Navigation System 25
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
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.
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. Use the Interface Dial
to enter the name of the street (like ELM
or 42ND) that is your destination.
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:
To enter the name of a major highway,
you must use the full name, including a
hyphen. For interstates, use an “I” (I-
10). For U.S. highways, use US (US-
18). For state highways, use the two
character state designation (CA-101).
For county roads, use the appropriate
designation (G-2, for example).
Tip:
When entering a street, you do not need
to enter the direction (N, S, E, W) or the
type (St, Ave, etc.). The system will
automatically determine that for you,
based on your entered city and street
number.
You should select a letter by saying the
number.
Alternatively, to improve voice
recognition, you can say “Echo” or
“Edward” instead of “E.” See page 16
for a list of available words for each
letter.
26 Navigation System
Entering a Destination
If you did not select a city in the
beginning, the street name you selected
might appear in more than one city. The
system will give you a list of cities that
the street appears in. Select the desired
city from the list. The system then
displays the Calculate route to screen
(see Driving to Your Destination on
page 45).
Entering the Street Number
By Address Book
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.
This selection allows you to choose a
personal address entry for a destination.
After you select Address Book from
the MENU screen (Enter destination
by), the display changes to:
Tip:
If the particular address you want
cannot be found, select Map Input on
the MENU screen (Enter destination
by) and use the Interface Dial to select
the appropriate location on the map
(see By Map Input on page 40).
Some address numbers may not be
available on the selected street. For
example, let’s say the individual address
ranges for a selected street name are 1 -
20, and 9,000 - 10,000 with an overall
range shown on the display of 1 to
10,000. If you try to enter a number
outside the individual address ranges
such as 500, the system will show this
number as un-available (grayed out).
If an Address Book PIN has been set
in SETUP, the system prompts you to
enter your PIN after you select User 1
or User 2. Say or enter your PIN.
Select View Dest. Map and use the
Interface Dial to select an icon,
approximate area, or street you wish to
choose as your destination. Otherwise, a
central location of the street will be
selected. If you select a point of interest
(POI) or road in an unverified area, you
may or may not have routing in these
areas. See Map Overview on page 6.
• When using the Interface Dial, the
system only allows you to choose
available address numbers.
If the PIN has not been entered, the
system displays the list after you select
User 1 or User 2.
• When using voice control, the system
beeps if you try to select an un-
available (grayed out) address
number.
Navigation System 27
Entering a Destination
The system then displays a list of the
places entered in your personal Address
Book. You can sort the displayed
addresses by Category: ALL,
BUSINESS, PERSONAL or by other
categories you may create.
Adding Addresses to the
Personal Address Book
There are three ways to enter addresses
to the personal Address Book:
By Places
After you select Places from the
MENU screen (Enter destination by),
the display changes to:
• Selecting New Address on the
Select an address screen (see
page 28).
• Entering them in the personal
Address Book feature in SETUP (see
page 78).
• Adding them in the Address Book
directly from the Calculate route to
screen (see page 45).
There are four ways to find a place or
point of interest (POI), by Category,
Name, Phone Number, or ZAGAT
2007.
NOTE:
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 45).
• Destinations chosen from the Address
Book do not show up in Previous
Destinations.
Let’s assume you want to find a coffee
shop (restaurant) called “Bucks.”
• Prior to departure, you can set areas
to avoid. The system then includes
them in its calculations for the
destination you have entered. See
Edit Avoid Area on page 90.
• For information on the available
voice commands, see Voice
Command Index on page 132.
Tip:
• If you know the phone number of the
coffee shop, select Phone Number,
then enter the 10-digit number with
area code. This is the quickest way to
find it.
If you select New Address in the list,
you can store a new address in the
personal Address Book. For more
information on entering new addresses,
see Adding Addresses to the Personal
Address Book on page 28.
28 Navigation System
Entering a Destination
• The second best method is to select
Category, then Restaurant, and
enter the keyword “Bucks.” The list
will include all restaurants that have
the letters “bucks” anywhere in the
name.
Auto Service
The subcategories are: Acura Dealers,
Honda Dealers, Gas Stations, etc.
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:
Banking
The subcategories are: ATM, Bank, etc.
• You can try to enter “Bucks” using
Name, but you may have to search
through a list that might include
Community
The subcategories are: Business, City
Hall, Civic/Community Center,
Convention/Exhibition Center, Court
House, Higher Education, Library, Post
Office, and School.
Bucks Welding, Bucks Surplus, etc.
NOTE:
• Prior to departure, you can set areas
to avoid. The system then includes
them in its calculations for the
destination you have entered. See
Edit Avoid Area on page 90.
• You can enter the desired destination
using the voice control system. For
information on the available voice
commands, see Voice Command
Index on page 132.
Emergency
The subcategories are: Hospital, Police
Station, Roadside Assistance, etc.
Tip:
If you are not sure of the spelling of a
place, the best way to find it is to use the
keyword search. Select Category,
choose a category and subcategory
from the menus, then select Place
Name by Keyword, and enter the
partial name.
Lodging
The subcategories are: Bed & Breakfast,
Hotel/Motel, etc.
Leisure
The subcategories are: Amusement
Park, Golf Course, Historical
Monument, Marina, Movie Theater,
Museum, Park/Recreation Area,
Performing Arts, Sports Complex, and
Tourist Attraction.
Navigation System 29
Entering a Destination
Restaurant
By voice, select the “Z” tab 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 move the dial to the right to
view the survey.
Tip:
When trying to find a specific
restaurant, select the category All
Types. Some restaurants may be
miscategorized.
This category is broken down into types
of food, giving you a selection by each
type: All Types, American, French,
Japanese, etc.
When you say “Question mark” or
select the “?” tab, you can see the
description of ratings and symbols for
Zagat Review.
The ZAGAT SURVEY for some
restaurants is available in the system.
See the Information screen, “Key to
Zagat Ratings” for an explanation of
these ratings (see page 73).
NOTE:
For the information on the ratings and
symbols for Zagat Review, you can also
select Key to Zagat Ratings on the
Information screen. See Key to Zagat
Ratings on page 73.
Say “Read List” or move the Interface
Dial down, and the review will be read
to you. Say OK or push in on the
Interface Dial to display the
Calculate route to screen.
On the Select a place screen,
NOTE:
restaurants with a Zagat Rating have a
“Z” icon at the end of the line. To list
only restaurants with Zagat Reviews,
say “Zagat” or select ZAGAT 2007.
You can view the complete Zagat
Review for a selected restaurant by
selecting the “Z” tab.
Scrolling through the Zagat Review is
disabled when the vehicle is moving.
30 Navigation System
Entering a Destination
Shopping (Retail)
Travel
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:
The subcategories are: All Shopping,
Accessories/Jewelry, Auto Parts &
Electronics, Books/Music/Video,
Clothing, Groceries, Home
Improvement, Mall/Department Store,
Office Supplies/Electronics, Pharmacy/
Drug Store, Pet Food/Supplies, Sewing/
Linen, Shoes/Bags, Sporting Goods, and
Toys/Arts/Crafts.
The subcategories are: Airport,
Automobile Club, Bed & Breakfast, Bus
Station, Camping, Commuter Rail
Station, Ferry Terminal, Hotel/Motel,
Named Place, Park & Ride, Parking
Garage/House, Parking Lot, Rental Car
Agency, Resort, Rest Area, Ski Area,
Tourist Attraction, Tourist Information,
Train Station, Travel Agency, Track
Stop/Plaza.
Tip:
Advanced (Wholesale and Misc.
Retail)
When trying to find a specific shopping
store, select the category All
Shopping. Some stores may not be in
the right category.
If you do not find the category or
subcategory you need in the other
options, you can find the categories with
a keyword. When you select this option,
the display changes to the Enter
keyword for category screen. Enter the
keyword using the Interface Dial.
When the system finds the categories
with the keyword you entered, the
display changes to the Select a
category screen. Select the desired
category.
Navigation System 31
Entering a Destination
If you select the Sort by Distance to
Travel option, the Enter keyword for
place screen appears. Enter the
keyword using the Interface Dial. If
the system does not find an exact match,
select LIST when you finish entering
the keyword. The system starts
Place Name by Keyword
Sort by Distance to Travel
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:
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.
searching for places that match the
entered keyword. If you see your
desired place, select it from the list. If
not, scroll through the list to find the
desired place.
If you select the City Vicinity option,
the Enter city name screen appears.
Enter the name of the city using the
Interface Dial. 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 your desired
city name from the list. Once you have
selected your desired city name, the
Enter keyword for place screen
appears. Enter the keyword using the
Interface Dial to specify the desired
place.
You can find your destination with
keyword using the Sort by Distance
to Travel option or City Vicinity
option.
The distance and direction to the
destination at the top of the list are
shown in the screen. The distance
shown is straight line distance (as the
crow flies), not driving distance. Say or
select the number (1-4) of the desired
destination from the list.
Once you select a place, the system then
displays the Calculate route to screen
(see Driving to Your Destination on
page 45).
Once you select a place, the system then
displays the Calculate route to screen
(see Driving to Your Destination on
page 45).
32 Navigation System
Entering a Destination
City Vicinity
Place Name
Finding the Place by Phone
Number
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. If the system does
not find an exact match, select LIST
when you finish entering the name of
the city. Select a desired city from the
list.
When you select this option, the display
changes to Enter a place name screen.
Enter your selection, using the
Interface Dial.
The Phone Number option allows
you to select a destination by its
telephone number. Only telephone
numbers stored in the system under the
Places (of business) option are
recognized. The system does not contain
residential telephone numbers, or
numbers you may have entered in your
personal Address Book.
Once you select a place, the system then
displays the Calculate route to screen
(see Driving to Your Destination on
page 45).
Finding the Place by Name
Once you have selected the city, the
display changes to Enter a place name
screen. Enter the name of the place
using the Interface Dial.
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.
Tip:
If you know the phone number of a point
of interest (POI), its uniqueness makes it
the fastest entry method. When using the
voice control system, the entry should be
spoken as a continuous string of
numbers. For example, the telephone
number (310) 555-4000 should be
spoken as “Three, one, zero, five, five,
five, four, zero, zero, zero.”
Once you select a place, the system then
displays the Calculate route to screen
(see Driving to Your Destination on
page 45).
Navigation System 33
Entering a Destination
When you select a sorting method, the
list of restaurants will appear.
Finding the Place by Zagat 2007
By Intersection
After you select Intersection from the
MENU screen (Enter destination by),
the display changes to:
The ZAGAT 2007 option allows you to
find a restaurant by the Zagat Rating
information.
The system lets you select several items
(such as metro area, region, and
neighborhood) to search the restaurant
you like. When you select a type of
food, the following display appears:
You can see the survey for a listed item
by selecting the “Z” tab, or by saying
“Zagat list number X” (where X is the
number 1-3).
Tip:
When entering an address, 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.
Once you select a restaurant, the system
then displays the Calculate route to
screen (see Driving to Your Destination
on page 45).
Name - When you select Name, the
restaurants will be listed by alphabetical
order.
NOTE:
For details on the ratings and symbols,
say “Question mark” or select the “?”
tab using the Interface Dial, or see
Key to Zagat Ratings on page 73.
Food, Decor, Service - When you
select Food, Decor, or Service, the
restaurant will be listed by rating value.
Cost - When you select Cost, the
restaurant will be listed by the average
cost of a meal (including drink and tip).
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Entering a Destination
NOTE:
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 represents the
letters, one at a time.
Selecting the City
• If you find that your city is not listed,
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.
it may be part of a larger
metropolitan area. Try entering the
street first.
• Prior to departure, you can set areas
to avoid. The system then includes
them in its calculations for the
destination you have entered. See
Edit Avoid Area on page 90.
By Voice Control:
Selecting the State or Province
Say “City” on the Find intersection by
screen, and the display changes to the
Say city name screen. Say the city
name and searching will begin.
The state you are in is displayed at the
top of the screen. If your desired
destination is in another state, select
CHANGE STATE by moving the
Interface Dial down.
The display then changes to the Select
a state screen. Use the voice control
system and say the name of the state, or
rotate the Interface Dial knob to
select the state.
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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
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.
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.
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
Listings of cities and towns in the non-
detailed 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...”, and
a street address cannot be entered (see
Map Coverage on page 110).
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.
following pop-up box will appear:
Select View Dest. Map and use the
Interface Dial to select an icon,
approximate area, or street you wish to
choose as your destination. Otherwise, a
central location of the city will be
selected. If you select a point of interest
(POI) or road in an unverified area, you
may or may not have routing in these
areas. See Map Overview on page 6.
You should select a letter by saying the
number.
Alternatively, to improve voice
recognition, you can say “Echo” or
“Edward” instead of “E.”
See page 16 for a list of available words
for each letter.
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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. For
Selecting the Street
By Voice Control:
After you have selected the city, or if
you say “Street” on the Find
intersection by screen, the display
changes to the Say street name screen.
Say the street name and the searching
will begin.
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:
After you have completed the first
name, the display changes to the Say
intersecting street screen. Say the
name of the other intersecting street.
You should select a letter by saying the
number.
To enter the street name by voice
spelling, say or select CHANGE TO
SPELL MODE on the Say street
name screen, and the display will
change to the Enter street name
screen.
Alternatively, to improve voice
recognition, you can say “Echo” or
“Edward” instead of “E.”
See page 16 for a list of available words
for each letter.
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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.
If 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 screen. The system will
give you a list of cities that the
intersection appears in. Select the
desired city from the list. If more than
one intersection appears in the city,
select the desired intersection from the
Select an intersection screen. The
system then displays the Calculate
route to screen (see Driving to Your
Destination on page 45).
By Interface Dial:
After you have selected the city, or if
you select Street in the beginning, the
display changes to the Enter street
name screen. Use the Interface Dial
to enter one of the names (like ELM or
42ND) of the intersecting streets.
To enter the name of a major highway,
you must use the full name, including a
hyphen. For interstates, use an “I” (I-
10). For U.S. highways, use US (US-
18). For state highways, use the two
character state designation (CA-101).
For county roads, use the appropriate
designation (G-2, for example).
Tip:
If the particular intersection you want
cannot be found, select Map Input and
use the Interface Dial to select the
appropriate location on the map (see By
Map Input on page 40).
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.
Tip:
When entering a street, you do not need
to enter the direction (N, S, E, W) or the
type (St, Ave, etc.). The system will
automatically determine that for you.
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Entering a Destination
Select View Dest. Map and use the
Interface Dial to select an icon,
• When finishing a “Today’s
By Previous Destinations
Destinations” trip, the Today’s
Destination list entries are stored to
this list, beginning with the date (e.g.,
item 1 shown above).
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 MENU screen (Enter destination
by) to choose one of those destinations.
approximate area, or street you wish to
choose as your destination. Otherwise, a
central location of the street will be
selected. If you select a point of interest
(POI) or road in an unverified area, you
may or may not have routing in these
areas. See Map Overview on page 6.
• Because both the Home and personal
Address Book list can be protected by
a PIN, they do not show up in the
previous destination list.
After you select Previous
Destinations, the display lists the last
50 destinations entered, with the most
recent appearing first.
Scroll through the list and say the line
number (1-6) of the destination, or
select the desired destination you want.
Once you select the desired destination,
the system then displays the Calculate
route to screen (see Driving to Your
Destination on page 45).
NOTE:
• Prior to departure, you can set areas
to avoid. The system then includes
them in its calculations for the
destination you have entered. See
Edit Avoid Area on page 90.
• For information on the available
voice commands, see Voice
Command Index on page 132.
NOTE:
• If Previous Destinations is
grayed out, there is no Previous
Destination entered.
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Entering a Destination
The yellow box indicates the area you
will see when you click on the current
map with the Interface Dial.
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:
By Map Input
After you select Map Input from the
MENU screen (Enter destination by),
the display changes to:
NOTE:
The selected icon or road segment is
displayed on the 1/2 mile (800 meter) or
less map scale.
If this is the desired address, push in on
the Interface Dial again. If not, use the
Interface Dial to reposition the cross
hairs, then push in on the Interface
Dial again to display the new address.
If you select a single icon or road
segment within the targetmark, the
following screen appears. Select Set as
Dest. to calculate a route to the selected
destination.
NOTE:
• Prior to departure, you can set areas
to avoid. The system then includes
them in its calculations for the
destination you have entered. See
Edit Avoid Area on page 90.
• For information on the available
voice commands, see Voice
Command Index on page 132.
The red arrow indicates your vehicle
position. Find your desired destination
by moving the Interface Dial left,
right, up, or down. The map and cross
hairs will move in the same direction.
If desired, rotate the Interface Dial
knob to change the map scale. When you
have the cross hairs in the desired icon,
map feature, or road, push in on the
Interface Dial. The address of the
location will appear at the top of the
screen.
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Entering a Destination
If you select multiple icons within the
cursor radius, the following screen
appears. Select an item from the list.
Then select OK to calculate a route to
the selected destination.
Move the cross hairs to the desired
destination, then push in on the
Interface Dial. The address of the
location you have selected will appear at
the top of the screen.
Showing the Map of State
With the State selection, the display
changes to the Select a state screen.
After you select the desired state, the
display changes to a map of the state,
with the cross hairs located near the
middle.
The yellow box indicates the area you
will see when you click on the current
map with the Interface Dial.
NOTE:
The selected icon or road segment is
displayed on the 1/2 mile (800 meter) or
less map scale.
If this is the desired address, push in on
the Interface Dial again. If not, use the
Interface Dial to reposition the cross
hairs, then push in on the Interface
Dial again to display the new address.
Showing the Map of City
With the City selection, the display
changes to the Enter city name screen.
Use the Interface Dial to move the
cross hairs to the area of the state close
to your intended destination. If desired,
rotate the Interface Dial knob to
change the map scale. When you have
the cross hairs in the desired area, push
in on the Interface Dial. The map scale
changes to a closer view.
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.
If you selected a single icon or road
segment, select Set as Dest. to
calculate a route to the selected
destination. If you selected multiple
icons within the cursor radius, select an
item from the list. Then select OK to
calculate a route to the selected
destination.
See Showing the Map of Current
Position on page 40 for instructions on
finding and entering your desired
destination.
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Entering a Destination
The yellow box indicates the area you
will see when you click on the current
map with the Interface Dial.
Showing the Map of Continental
USA
With the Continental USA selection,
the display changes to:
By Today’s Destinations
You can create a “trip” by combining
multiple destinations previously
selected on the Calculate route to
screen.
NOTE:
The selected icon or road segment is
displayed on the 1/2 mile (800 meter) or
less map scale.
Select Today’s Destinations from
the MENU screen (Enter destination
by) and the display changes to:
If this is the desired address, push in on
the Interface Dial again. If not, use the
Interface Dial to reposition the cross
hairs, then push in on the Interface
Dial again to display the new address.
If you selected a single icon or road
segment, select Set as Dest. to
calculate a route to the selected
destination. If you selected multiple
icons within the cursor radius, select an
item from the list. Then select OK to
calculate a route to the selected
destination.
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.
NOTE:
If Today’s Destinations is grayed
out, there is no Today’s Destination
entered.
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. The address of the
location you have selected will appear at
the top of the screen.
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Entering a Destination
The display then changes to show you
all the current entries on the Today’s
Destination list. Select DONE to return
to the MENU screen (Enter
Editing Today’s Destination List
Adding Destinations to the List
If you change your plans, you can
modify the Today’s Destination list
order by distance, or by order of entry.
After you have used any of the other
selections from the MENU screen
(Enter destination by) to select a
destination, the display changes to:
destination by).
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. Say or select DONE to perform
the deletion, and the display returns to
the previous screen. To cancel the
The system automatically sorts the
destinations stored in the Today’s
Destination list for the best path.
deletion, press the CANCEL button.
To add this to the Today’s Destination
list, select ADD TO Today's Dest.
NOTE:
For information on the available voice
commands, see Voice Command Index
on page 132.
NOTE:
If the displayed list shows your plans,
select the first destination. The system
will guide you to the destination
according to the order of the list. When
you reach the destination, it will be
automatically removed from the list.
If ADD TO Today’s Dest. is grayed
out, the Today’s Destination list is
already full (five destinations have been
stored).
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Entering a Destination
NOTE:
When finishing a “Today’s
NOTE:
By Go Home
• To edit Home Address, see Home
Address in System Set-up on page 82.
• Prior to departure, you can set areas
to avoid. The system then includes
them in its calculations for the
destination you have entered. See
Edit Avoid Area on page 90.
• PINs are optional. If you choose to
use a PIN, make sure you remember
it. If you forget your PIN, your dealer
will have to reset it for you.
• If a PIN is desired, enter it using the
Personal preference PIN number
feature in SETUP. See page 82 for
information on entering your PIN
number.
Selecting Go Home from the MENU
screen (Enter destination by) takes
you home or to a frequently used
address you have chosen.
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.
If a Go Home PIN has been set, the
system prompts you to enter your PIN.
Say or enter your PIN. The system will
then display the Calculate route to
screen (see Driving to Your Destination
on page 45).
If a Go Home PIN has not been set, the
system displays the Calculate route to
screen after you select Go Home (see
Driving to Your Destination on
page 45).
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Driving to Your Destination
Further selections from the Calculate
route to screen include:
Driving to Your Destination
A route typically has three phases.
Calculate Route to Screen
• Initial route calculation (Calculate
route to screen) (see page 45)
ADD TO Address Book
Allows you to add the destination to
your Address Book. See By Address
Book on page 27.
• Change the route while en route
(see page 64).
• Resume the route when restarting the
engine (see Continue Trip Screen on
page 68).
NOTE:
If EDIT Address Book is displayed,
the destination is already stored in your
Address book. You can edit the address
in your Address Book by selecting this
button. For information on editing your
Address Book, see Address Book on
page 78.
Say or select OK. The system calculates
the route using the method shown on the
screen (see Map Screen on page 48).
NOTE:
• Prior to departure, you can set areas
to avoid. The system then includes
them in its calculations for the
destination you have entered. See
Edit Avoid Area on page 90.
• For information on the available
voice commands, see Voice
Command Index on page 132.
ADD TO Today’s Destinations
Allows you to add the destination to
your Today’s Destination list. See By
Today’s Destinations on page 42.
NOTE:
If the button is grayed out, the Today’s
Destination list is already full (five
destinations have been stored).
CALL
Dials the number on the screen when
available. See Bluetooth®
HandsFreeLink® on page 18.
Navigation System 45
Driving to Your Destination
• “Easy Route” produces a route with
the least turns.
Changing the Routing Method
Viewing the Routes
The system lets you select the way you
want to drive to your destination. Select
CHANGE METHOD by moving the
Interface Dial down.
Selecting View Routes allows you to
scroll through and view the various
routes (Direct, Easy, Maximize
Freeways, etc.) to your destination. If
you select View Routes, the display
changes to:
• “Maximize Freeways”, “Minimize
Freeways”, and “Minimize Toll
Roads” are also available.
NOTE:
If the trip is greater than 100 miles, then
“Minimize Freeways” and “Minimize
Toll Roads” may be grayed out. This is
normal.
The generated route may not be the
route you would choose. For safety
reasons, the system generally applies the
following rules to your route:
• “Direct Route” (the factory default) is
the route that is the quickest (least
time) and is usually the best choice. If
you choose any other method, it
becomes the new default for all future
routing. Make sure to check the
• It tries to avoid “short cuts” through
residential areas.
You can change the method for
calculating the route by using the
Interface Dial. The system will
display another calculated route.
• Right turns are favored over left turns
or U-turns.
• Restricted turns (turns that cannot be
made during certain hours), are not
used for routing during any time of
the day.
routing method if the displayed route
is not what you expected to see.
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Driving to Your Destination
NOTE:
Say or select SUMMARY to display the
distance and time to go for each route.
Based on the summary data, you can
change the routing method by rotating
the Interface Dial knob.
Once you confirm your selection, say
the number of the desired routing
method or push in on the Interface
Dial.
After calculating the route with the new
method, the system displays a map of
your current location. The calculated
route will be highlighted as a blue line,
and a voice prompt will tell you how to
proceed along the highlighted route.
Push in on the Interface Dial and
select Voice to have the guidance
repeated.
• 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.
NOTE:
Distances and times show for each
method in the Summary are
approximate.
• Zoom IN/OUT to view route details
or traffic conditions is not available
on this screen. After you choose a
“route method,” you can then zoom
in or out on the map screen to view
your route in details.
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Driving to Your Destination
Viewing the Destination Map
Map Screen
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.”
When you select OK on the Calculate
route to screen, the map screen
appears, showing your highlighted route
in real time.
Route Line
When driving to a destination on
verified roads in a metropolitan area, the
route line is displayed as a blue line.
When driving in rural areas on
“Vector line” (unverified routing off)
unverified streets (light brown color),
the route line changes to either a blue
dotted “vector line” pointing to your
destination, or a blue-pink line. See
Unverified Area Routing on page 86 for
a detailed explanation of how to enable
unverified routing, and the related
cautions and disclaimers.
NOTE:
You can always view the entire route by
simply saying, “Display entire route.”
Blue-pink unverified route line
(unverified routing on)
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Driving to Your Destination
Map Screen Legend
Map Orientation
Landmark Icon - Generic (see page 57)
Direction of Destination (when on route)
(see page 56)
(see page 51)
Honda Dealer
Hospital
Acura Dealer
School
Distance to Destination (see page 51)
“Breadcrumbs”
(see Off-road
Tracking on
page 61)
Time to Destination (see page 51)
Waypoint (see page 65)
Grocery Store
Gas Station
Hotel/Lodging
Parking Garage
Restaurant
ATM
Blue Line
Calculated route
(see page 48)
Parking Lot
Post Office
Streets
(see Map Overview on
page 6, or Unverified Area
Routing on page 86)
Dark Red: Interstates or
Freeways
Black: Verified Street
Light Brown: Unverified
Street
Freeway Exit Information
One-way Traffic Icon (1/20 mile only)
(see page 60)
Destination Icon (see page 57)
Map Features
Dark Green: Park
Vehicle Position
(see page 62)
Light Blue: Hospital
Brown: Shopping Mall
Light Brown: Indian Reservation
Green: Golf Course
Current Street
(see page 62)
Gray: Airport/Stadium/Business
Blue: Body of Water
Blue/Green: Cemetery
Matte Blue: University
Current Map Scale
(see page 55)
Map Menu (see page 51)
(Push in on the Interface Dial to view.)
Map Scale Adjustment
(Mile or km per half inch appears
only when you zoom in or out by
rotating the Interface Dial knob.)
(see page 55)
NOTE:
If you move the Interface Dial over an area (map
features shown above), the name is displayed on
the screen.
NOTE:
See Map Legend on the Information screen for further explanation (see page 71).
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Driving to Your Destination
Guidance Screen Legend
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. The guidance
screen shows you:
Milestone to Destination (see page 50)
Vehicle Heading (black indicates North) (see page 56)
Direction of Destination, “as the crow flies” (see page 51)
Distance to Next Driving Maneuver
Street Name of Next
Driving Maneuver
Milestone to Destination - the position
of the small circular icon shows your
trip progress. As you get closer to your
destination, the indicator will approach
“DEST.”
Scroll: to view
Vehicle Heading - the black portion of
the compass symbol indicates north.
guidance maneuvers
(move Interface Dial up
or down)
NOTE:
• The map and voice guidance in
unverified areas differ from those in
verified areas.
Current Street (see page 6)
• Current maneuvers and those within
1000 feet will show on the
Countdown bar, indicating the
distance until the next maneuver.
Time to Destination (see page 51)
Distance to Destination (see page 51)
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Driving to Your Destination
North-up/Heading-up - Select
Distance and Time to
Destination
Map Menu
Heading-up or North-up button to
change map orientation. See Map
Orientation on page 56 for details. On
scales greater than 1 mile, this button is
“grayed out” (North up only mode).
When the map screen is displayed,
pressing in on the Interface Dial
displays the Map menu. If the map is
scrolled, the Map menu will not
appear. Move the Interface Dial left,
or press the CANCEL button to return
to the basic map screen.
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
Show Icon on Map - allows you to
select the icons displayed on the map
(for a thorough description of this
feature, see Showing Icons on the Map
on page 59).
distance is “as the crow flies” (see Sort
by Distance to Travel on page 32).
The displayed time to destination may
differ from the actual travel time
because the time is calculated based on
the posted road speed data and your
current speed. If part of your route
includes unverified roads, the “distance”
and “time to go” for that portion is
estimated using 25 mph as an average
speed.
By voice control, you can select the icon
by saying the name of the icon (“gas
station,” “ATM,” etc.). Say the icon
name again to turn the icon off.
Voice - button shown if currently on a
route. Select to hear the next guidance
maneuver (see page 52).
Directions - button shown if currently
on a route. Select to see a list of
directions to your destination (see
page 52).
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Driving to Your Destination
NOTE:
Voice Guidance Prompts
Direction List
If you select Directions from the Map
menu, the display changes to:
• You can say “Voice” at any time, or
select Voice after pushing on the
Interface Dial to be reminded of the
next maneuver. For information on
the available voice commands, See
Voice Command Index on page 132.
• Typically a pop-up guidance window
shows your next turn, and a voice
guidance prompt is heard. The timing
of these prompts varies, depending on
the type of road you are on, and the
distance to your next maneuver.
As you get near the maneuver, you will
hear a voice reminder, and see a pop-up
window showing you the maneuver.
The number of reminders that you will
hear before a maneuver is determined
by Guidance Prompts in SETUP on
page 77.
With the factory default (NORMAL),
typically you will hear two prompts:
• The first is about 1/4 mile from the
maneuver.
NOTE:
When given guidance in unverified
areas, the words, “If Possible,” are
inserted before each guidance prompt.
See Unverified Area Routing on page 86
for more details about unverified
routing.
• The final prompt is close to your
actual turn.
• The map and voice guidance in
unverified areas differ from those in
verified areas. See Unverified Area
Routing on page 86.
• Only maneuvers that occur at
freeway exits or contain freeway exit
information will show the exit info
icon (“i” icon) on the right end of the
items in the direction list. If no exit
info icon is shown on the list, the
EXIT INFO is not displayed.
If the distance between the next two
driving maneuvers is very small, both
maneuvers are displayed on the screen
in a single window, and the voice will
remind you of both of them at the same
time.
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Driving to Your Destination
You can see the direction list and the
distance to each maneuver. Press the
MAP/GUIDE button to return to the
previous screen.
On the map screen, you can display
freeway exit information using the
Interface Dial. The exit info icon will
only be displayed on the map screen if
there is any freeway exit information
available. Choose the 1/4, 1/2, and
1 mile scale, then move the cross hairs
to the desired exit info icon and push in
on the Interface Dial. Choose a place
from the list and set as a new destination
or waypoint.
EXIT INFO (Freeway Exit
Information)
You can search freeway exit
information and add new destinations or
waypoints to the calculated route as a
new destination or waypoint. The exit
info icon (“i” icon) on the right end of
the items in the direction list indicates
that there is freeway exit information
available. Say or select EXIT INFO, and
choose the exit and place to set as a new
destination or waypoint.
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:
To turn on “Freeway exit information”
on the map screen, display the icon bar
and select the“i” icon (see page 59).
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Driving to Your Destination
When you get near the maneuver, the
map screen changes to:
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.
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.
On the map screen, the location of the
maneuver is marked with a small yellow
square. The guidance window is simply
an enlargement of the area indicated by
the yellow square. After you complete
the maneuver, the display returns to a
full map screen when the single screen
mode is set, or to a map and direction
list screen when the split screen mode is
set.
Guidance mode can be changed in either
SETUP (see Guidance Mode on
page 93), or by accessing the icon bar
(see CHANGE GUIDANCE MODE on
page 59).
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Map Scale
Rotate the Interface Dial knob or a voice command such as “Display 1/2 mile scale” (see page 133) 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)
1/20 mi. 1/8 mi.
1/4 mi.
1/2 mi.
1 mi.
2 mi.
5 mi.
15 mi.
50 mi.
150 mi. 350 mi.
For selecting units, see page 84.
80 m 200 m 400 m 800 m 1.6 km 3 km 8 km 24 km 80 km 240 km 560 km
POI icon symbols (like ATM)
page 57
X
X
X
X
Breadcrumbs (off-road tracking dots) page 61
X
X
X
X
Freeway exit information icons
One-way traffic icon
page 57
page 60
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Unverified road display (light brown) page 86
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Map orientation “Heading up”
Map orientation “North up”
page 56
page 56
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Map features (like park, golf course) page 49
Avoid area shown on map
Avoid area scales (when creating)
Waypoint “flag” icons
page 90
page 90
page 65
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
NOTE:
• You can change between miles or kilometers in SETUP (see Units on page 84).
• For information on the available voice commands, see Voice Command Index on page 132.
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Driving to Your Destination
Push in on the Interface Dial on the
map or guidance screen and select
North-up or Heading-up to switch
between the available orientation, or say
“Display heading up,” or “Display north
up.”
The display automatically changes to
the map screen when you reach your
destination. Press the MENU button to
return to the MENU screen (Enter
destination by).
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).
NOTE:
• For information on the available
voice commands, see Voice
Command Index on page 132.
• If you are on a route and the
Interface Dial is moved, the “Time
to Destination” and “Distance to
Destination” indications are
replaced with an indicator showing
distance from the current vehicle
location.
In the larger map scales (above 1 mile or
1.6 kilometer), the map is always
oriented with north facing upward. You
cannot change the orientation.
“North Up”
To view other areas on the map, 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 on the steering wheel.
“Heading Up”
NOTE:
The red arrow in both heading symbols
always shows the direction north.
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Some icons can be turned on or off;
you can either display them or hide
them by pushing in on the Interface
Dial on the map or guidance screen
and select Show Icon on Map (see
page 59), or by using voice commands
(see page 132).
Destination Icon
Landmark Icons
The destination icon only shows the
approximate location of the destination.
This occurs because a city block can
have as many as 100 possible addresses
(for example, the 1400 block is followed
by the 1500 block.) Since most cities
use only a portion of the 100 possible
addresses (for example, in the 1400
block, the addresses may only go up to
1425 before the 1500 block starts).
Therefore, the address 1425 will be
shown a quarter of the way down the
block by the system instead of near the
end of the block where the destination is
actually located.
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. The icons are:
Honda Dealer
Hospital
Acura Dealer
School
You can select most landmark icons
with the Interface Dial to display the
icon’s information. See the table on the
following page for exceptions.
Grocery Store
Gas Station
Hotel/Lodging
Parking Garage
Restaurant
ATM
Parking Lot
Post Office
NOTE:
• The same icon list can be viewed on
the screen by selecting Map Legend
from the Information screen.
• When there are overlapping
landmark icons, a list of the points of
interest (POIs) is displayed.
• For information on the available
voice commands, see Voice
Command Index on page 132.
Freeway Exit Information
Tip:
When on a route, you can view a map
showing your destination. Using voice
control, say “Display destination map.”
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Driving to Your Destination
For some icons you can choose either to show or hide them on the map, while others like Honda 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.”
Icon can be selected as POI can be found on
Icon can be
manually
displayed
Icon can be
manually
hidden
Icon
selection by
voice
a destination on the
map screen with the
Interface Dial
the map screen using
voice command
“Find...”
POI type
Honda/Acura dealer
Hospital
Yes, always
Yes
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
School
Yes
Yes
Yes
ATM
Yes
Yes
Yes
Gas station*1
Yes
Yes
Yes
Restaurants*2
Post office
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Grocery store*1
Hotel*1/ Lodging
Police station
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No icon
No icon
Yes
No icon
No icon
Yes
No
Shopping, Tourist attraction, Bank
Parking garage
Parking lot
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Freeway exit information
Yes
Yes
Yes (choose POI)
*1. When gas stations, hotels, and convenience stores are selected for view on the map, some icons are shown as “brand icons.”
*2. When selecting Restaurant on the Select category for icon settings screen (see Icon Options on page 59), specialty types
of restaurants, like Chinese or Italian, can be individually displayed or hidden. See Show Icon on Map on page 131. Also see
the Voice Command Index on page 132 for the “Display,” “Hide,” and “Find” commands.
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Showing Icons on the Map
CURRENT LOCATION (Interface
Dial Left)
This allows you to display and/or save
your current location. See page 62 for
more information.
Icon Options
Selecting ICON OPTIONS from the
Icon bar displays the following screen:
Selecting Show Icon on Map from
the Map menu (see page 51) displays
the following screen:
ICON OPTIONS (Interface Dial
Right)
This feature allows you to “fine tune”
some of the icons on the Icon bar (See
Icon Options below for more
information).
CHANGE GUIDANCE MODE
(Interface Dial Down)
This feature allows you to “fine tune”
some of the icons on the Icon bar. The
three icon choices, “Parking” (lot or
garage), “Restaurant” (specific type or
types of food), and “Other Icons”
(hospitals, schools, etc.), can each be
tailored to your needs.
When on route, this item allows you to
select between a single screen (with
occasional pop-up guidance windows),
or a split screen (containing one half
map, and one half guidance/directions
list window). See page 54 for an
explanation of this feature, and see
page 93 for SETUP.
The screen consists of the following
items:
Icon Bar (curved row of icon
symbols)
The icon bar allows you to manually
select the icons that are displayed on the
map (see page 57 for a list of these icons).
In the screen above, both gas station and
restaurants are selected. Rotate the
Interface Dial knob and push in to
select (goes blue) or remove them
(symbol is gray). You can also display
or hide the same icons by using the
“Display” or “Hide” voice commands
(see page 133)
Exit Screen
Press the CANCEL button to return to
the map screen.
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Driving to Your Destination
For instance, let’s assume that your
hospital is not displayed on the map, and
you want to make sure that your settings
are correct. You would do the
following:
In the example above, only POST
OFFICE and SCHOOL are selected
and will show up on the map. To also
see HOSPITAL on the map, this would
need to be turned on by first selecting it
and then pushing in on the Interface
Dial to select it so it appears as below.
NOTE:
• When viewing the map screen, you
can turn some icons on using voice
control.
• See Voice Command Index on
page 133 for the available “Display”
and “Hide” icon command.
• First you would ensure that the
“OTHER ICON” button on the Icon
bar is blue (See Icon Bar above).
• Second, you select ICON OPTIONS
and verify that the hospital option is
also on (blue). This procedure is
explained below.
If you select Other Icons from the
Select category for icon settings
screen, the other icon options are
displayed:
Exit, and save your settings by moving
the Interface Dial to the right
(DONE).
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By following the dots, you can backtrack
to the mapped road you originally left.
“Breadcrumbs” may occasionally be
displayed in urban areas, such as large
parking lots in shopping malls, or in new
subdivisions where the roads are not yet
in the database. In other cases you may
see dots, if the system temporary goes
off route, like in a parking garage where
the GPS signal is unavailable.
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
If you drive more than half a mile from
a mapped road, “Not on a digitized
road.” appears at the bottom of the
screen.
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
(Other) (see page 85).
These dots appear only in the 1/20, 1/8,
1/4, and 1/2 mile (or 80, 200, 400, and
800 meter) map scales. Rotate the
Interface Dial knob to change scales
if necessary.
If the Rerouting option in SETUP is
set to MANUAL, “Off route” appears at
the top of the screen when you leave the
calculated route. Say “Recalculate,” or
select Recalculation whenever you
want the system to perform a
The map screen starts displaying a
series of dots (breadcrumbs) to show the
path you have taken if Off-road
Tracking on the SETUP screen
Tracking continues for approximately
150 miles; dots at the beginning of the
trail will start disappearing when you
exceed that distance. When you reach a
mapped road, the system stops
displaying dots.
recalculation.
(Other) is set to ON (see page 95).
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Driving to Your Destination
NOTE:
To save the location, say “Save current
location” or select Save on the Current
location screen. The Edit address
book screen with the current location
data will appear. You can edit the name,
phone number, or category name to be
saved in your personal Address Book.
Viewing/Saving the Current
Location
The elevation will not appear when the
system is temporarily lacking proper
GPS information. The system elevation
may not agree with elevations shown on
roadside elevation signs, and may
fluctuate plus or minus 100 feet or more.
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.
You can store the current location for
later use. It does not change or cancel
your current route.
After the location is saved, select
Return to return to the map screen.
You can then use Address Book from
the MENU screen (Enter destination
by) to select the saved location, and
return to the same spot.
For example, you are following the
system’s directions to get to a
destination. While sitting at a stoplight
you notice a curio shop on the corner,
but do not have time to visit it right now.
You can save the location to select as a
destination at a later date.
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• Your route passes near or bypasses
unverified areas (see Unverified Area
Routing on page 86).
• You are about to enter an unverified
area (see Unverified Area Routing on
page 86).
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 90).
• Your route includes unverified areas
(see Unverified Area Routing on
page 86).
• You actually entered an unverified
area (see Unverified Area Routing on
page 86).
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Driving to Your Destination
• Saying, “Go home” (page 67).
Cancel Route
Changing the Route
Cancels the current route (and any
waypoints) and returns you to the map
screen.
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:
• Using the Interface Dial to select a
different POI or address on the map
(page 67).
• Pressing the MENU button and
selecting the “Enter destination by”
tab on the MENU screen (page 68).
Change Method
From the MENU screen (Route), if you
say or select Change Method, then
the Select routing method screen is
displayed. See Changing the Routing
Method on page 46 for details.
Say “Menu,” or press the MENU button
to view the MENU screen (Route):
MENU Screen (Route)
Pressing the MENU button displays the
MENU screen (Route):
• Cancel route (page 64).
• Change method (page 64).
• Search Waypoint (page 65).
• Delete Waypoint (page 66)
• Back to route (page 66).
• Avoid street (page 66).
• Detour (page 66).
Choose a different destination (other
methods):
NOTE:
The “Route” tab can be selected only
when you are on route.
• Saying, “Find nearest...” to find a POI
(page 67).
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When you enter waypoints, they appear
on the map screen as small red flags
numbered 1-5.
Search Waypoint
Waypoints allow you to add an interim
“pit stop” while traveling to a
destination. For instance, you may want
to stop for gas or food, and then
continue on to your destination.
Adding Waypoint
From the MENU screen (Route), if you
say or select Search Waypoint, then
the Select a search method screen is
displayed. Select either Places Along
the Route or Places Around the
Destination.
Although you can enter up to five
waypoints at a time, typically you may
never use more than one at a time.
Waypoints are routed to in the order
they were entered (number 1 first, etc.),
with your final destination routed to last.
If you wish to create a custom route of
several destinations, and then control
the order of routing, the function
“Today’s Destinations” is probably a
better choice (see By Today’s
Destinations on page 42).
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.
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Driving to Your Destination
From Places Around the
Delete Waypoint
Avoid Street
Destination, the system displays
matches in a spiral pattern outward from
the destination. The search “corridor”
distance value can be changed in Edit
Waypoint Search Area in SETUP
(see page 92).
From the MENU screen (Route), if you
From the MENU screen (Route), if you
say or select Avoid Street, 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. You cannot avoid your current
street, or the streets of your waypoint(s)
or destination (system beeps if selected).
say “Delete” or select Delete
Waypoint, then the Select a waypoint
to delete screen is displayed. Say the
line number of the waypoint(s) you wish
to delete, or select them by using the
Interface Dial. Say or select DONE to
return to the map screen.
To add another waypoint, press the
MENU button and repeat the procedure.
If Search Waypoint is grayed out, the
maximum of five waypoints has been
entered.
NOTE:
NOTE:
The system does not allow you to select
the roads you want to use to get to a
destination. However, after you enter a
destination, you can select intersections
or POI “waypoints” that the system will
use to “tailor” your route.
Although you can choose streets to
avoid, you cannot choose specific
streets you want to use.
Detour
The route is re-calculated to reflect the
changes you made to the waypoint(s).
Calculates a detour route for you if you
encounter an unexpected obstacle such
as a closed road or extremely heavy
traffic congestion. If detour is selected,
the system will attempt to re-calculate a
new route, avoiding the next 2 miles
(while on a freeway) or
Back to Route
Returns you to the original map screen.
1/2 mile (while on a surface street).
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Driving to Your Destination
If you selected multiple icons
Using Interface Dial to Change
Destination
While following a calculated route, you
can select a new destination with the
map screen and the Interface Dial.
Changing Your Destination
within the cursor radius, the Select
a place screen is displayed. Select
an item from the list. Then select
There are four methods by which you
can change or add a waypoint to your
route. These are:
OK and push in on the
Interface
Dial. You can select Set as New
Destination or Set as
Find Nearest (Voice command)
Waypoint
for your specified position.
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 134.
With the map screen displayed, use the
Interface Dial to move the position
icon. It will change to cross hairs. Use
the Interface Dial to position the cross
hair on your desired new destination,
street, or icon, then push in on the
Interface Dial. The Select a place
screen or pop-up menu will be
Go Home (Voice command)
From the map screen, say, “Go home.”
If you have entered a “Go home”
address, then the system will display a
confirmation screen.
displayed.
If this is not your desired new
destination, reposition the cross hairs
with the Interface Dial, then push in
on the Interface Dial again to see the
new address.
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Driving to Your Destination
If you selected a single icon or road
segment, the following pop-up menu is
displayed. Select Set as Dest. to set
your location as a replacement
destination, or select Set as Waypoint
to set as a waypoint.
Entering a Destination from the
Menu Screen (while on route)
If you say “Menu”, or press the MENU
button and select the “Enter destination
by” tab, the system displays the MENU
screen (Enter destination by). Follow
the procedure described in Entering a
Destination, which begins on page 22.
Continue Trip Screen
If you restart the vehicle, without having
completed your prior trip, you will see
the following screen:
When the Calculate route to screen is
displayed, Select OK and push in on the
Interface Dial. You can select either
Set as New Destination or Set as
Waypoint for your specified position.
• To continue to your destination or
When the pop-up menu is displayed,
select Set as Dest. to set your location
as a replacement destination, or Set as
Waypoint to set as a waypoint.
other waypoints, say or select OK.
The system will return to the map
screen, and recalculate the route to your
new destination or waypoint.
• To cancel your destination, press the
CANCEL button or the NAVI
BACK button on the steering wheel,
or using the voice control system, say
“Cancel” or “Back.”
NOTE:
The system will return to the map
screen, and recalculate the route to your
specified new destination or waypoint.
When you scroll the map screen while
on route to a destination, some voice
controls will not function. These
include:
• Display “Heading up”
• Display “North up”
• If you wish to change the routing
method, say or select CHANGE
METHOD by moving the Interface
Dial down.
Tip:
You can also press the MENU button
twice to display the MENU screen
(Enter destination by).
• For additional information on
changing the routing method, see
Changing the Routing Method on
page 46.
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Information Features
Information Screen
Cellular Phonebook
Voice Command Help
When you say or select Voice
Command Help, you will see the
following screen:
When you say “Information” or press
The Cellular Phonebook option
allows you to store up to 1,000 names
and 10,000 phone numbers in the
phonebook of Bluetooth®
the INFO button, the display changes to:
HandsFreeLink® (HFL) from your
cellular phonebook. With the HFL, you
can then automatically dial any name or
number in the phonebook.
Say or select Cellular Phonebook
from the Information screen, and the
display changes to:
NOTE:
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.
You can select an item by saying either
the line number or the item name.
NOTE:
• For more information on this feature,
see your vehicle’s Owner’s manual.
• For questions about the HFL Cellular
Phonebook, call HandsFreeLink
consumer support at 1-888-528-
7876, In Canada call at 1-888-9-
HONDA-9.
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Information Features
There is a tutorial available for the voice
command help. Say or select Getting
started, and the display changes to:
When you make a selection, you will
see the help commands that can be used
with the voice control. You can say
Trip Computer
The Trip computer screen displays the
trip information from the gauge
assembly.
“Read List” or select
by moving the
Interface Dial right, and the system
will read the list to you.
When you say or select Trip
Computer, the display changes to:
Select the line number of the desired
tutorial you want to view, and the
tutorial will automatically be read out.
Select STOP by moving the Interface
Dial right to stop the reading.
For a listing of all voice commands, see
Voice Command Index on page 132.
Instant Fuel
Shows you the current instantaneous
fuel economy in miles per gallon (mpg).
Average Fuel
Shows you the average fuel economy in
miles per gallon (mpg) since the trip
meter was last reset.
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Elapsed Time
Map Legend
Calendar
Shows the elapsed time that the ignition
has been on.
You can use the Map legend screens to
learn the meaning of map features,
icons, colors, etc. used in this system.
When you say or select Map Legend,
the display changes to:
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.
Average Speed
Shows you the average speed in miles
per hour since the trip meter was last
reset.
Range
Shows the estimated distance you can
travel on the fuel remaining in the tank.
This distance is estimated from the
average fuel economy over the last
several miles, so it will vary with
changes in speed, traffic, etc.
Say or select the desired item or item
number to view each section of the map
legend.
NOTE:
Dates with an icon indicate there is a
schedule entry for that date.
• The “Instant Fuel” and “Average
Fuel” may vary from actual fuel
consumed. These values are estimates
only.
• The “Range” is only an estimate.
Always monitor your vehicle’s fuel
gauge to determine the appropriate
time to refuel.
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Information Features
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. To change the
month, say “Next month” or “Previous
month,” or move the Interface Dial
right or left.
Entering Your Schedule
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.
Set your schedule by selecting the day
on the calendar, and the display changes
to:
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. The message will be
displayed on the specified date of the
Calendar screen.
Reminder
The default for Reminder is ON. This
allows the system to remind you of the
calendar item the next time you start the
vehicle. See System Start-up on page 17.
Message Icon
Say or select Message Icon, and the
system displays a list of icons you can
select to help identify the type of
message you entered. The message icon
you choose will be displayed alongside
the specified date on the Calendar
screen.
Edit Date
This allows you to move your calendar
entry to a different date. If you say or
select Edit Date, the Calendar screen
is displayed with existing entries grayed
out. Select a new day and the display
returns to the Edit schedule screen
with a new date.
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Information Features
• “Cost” (white circle) is the average
cost of a meal (including drink and
tip).
Delete
Key to Zagat Ratings
From the Calendar screen, select the
date of the schedule you wish to
remove. To remove the schedule, say or
select DELETE.
When you display data for a Zagat
surveyed restaurant on the Select a
place screen, you will see the
• The symbols, if displayed (blue
circle), indicates the following
information:
description of ratings as follows:
Done
open on Sunday
Once you have finished entering the
schedule, say or select DONE. The
Calendar screen is re-displayed and the
entered schedule is shown.
closed on Sunday
open on Monday
closed on Monday
open for lunch
lunch not served
NOTE:
serving after 11 PM
no credit card accepted
• You can only enter one message per
day.
• A maximum of 50 entries can be
stored in the schedule.
• To re-activate a previous message,
turn the Reminder setting from OFF
to ON. If it is not turned on, the
reminder will not be displayed when
you start vehicle.
• The system displays active calendar
entries only after you answer OK on
the Disclaimer screen.
• For more information, see System
Start-up on page 17.
By saying or selecting Key to Zagat
Ratings on the Information screen,
you can see the explanation of the data
displayed for the Zagat surveyed
restaurants.
• “Food,” “Decor,” and “Service”
categories (red circle) are rated using
numbered values (e.g., 0-9, 10-15,
etc.)
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Information Features
Use the Interface Dial to scroll
through the Key to Zagat Ratings
screens.
Calculator
When you say or select Calculator, the
display changes to:
Use the Interface Dial and its Knob to
use the following features:
Calculator
The calculator function operates like a
standard hand held calculator.
Unit Conversion
Values entered on the calculator can be
converted from one unit to another (e.g.,
inches-to-millimeters).
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4. Select the base unit (like pounds) that
you wish to convert to some other
unit. So, in the example below, 100
lbs converts to 1600 ounces, 0.05 ton
(US), etc.
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:
NOTE:
• If you do not enter a value to be
converted, only “Temperature” units
are selectable.
• Conversions using negative values
may produce meaningless or
physically impossible values.
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).
Navigation System 75
System Set-up
Contrast
SETUP Mode
SETUP Screen (Main Setup)
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.
The SETUP function consists of two
main screens that allows you to change
and update information in the system.
To display the SETUP screen (Main
Setup), use the voice control system
and say “Setup” or press the SETUP
button. To change it to the SETUP
screen (Other), select the “Other” tab.
You can switch screens by selecting the
tab.
From any screen, say “Setup screen” or
press the SETUP button, and the
following screen appears:
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.
You can use the voice control system to
select any item on the SETUP screen.
NOTE:
Brightness
• 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.
• For information on the available
voice commands, see Voice
Command Index on page 138.
The screen brightness has 11 settings.
To change the brightness, use the voice
control system and say “Brightness up”
or “Brightness down.” You can also
select Brightness and change the
setting by rotating the Interface Dial
knob.
NOTE:
You can have separate daytime and
nighttime settings for Brightness,
Contrast, and Black Level. Adjust each
setting when the display is in either
daytime or nighttime mode. Use the
Display mode button
and 98) to select Daytime or Nighttime
mode.
(page 11
Tip:
If you are having trouble viewing the
screen in bright lighting conditions, try
increasing the brightness.
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Volume
The navigation voice volume can be
adjusted by:
Setting
Degree of assistance
Setting
Distance before maneuver
About About Just
ON
When selection is made,
the system always reads
what is selected.
1/2
mile
1/4
mile
before
maneuver
• Using the voice control system and
saying “Volume up” or “Volume
down.”
AUTO
The system reads
MIN
Yes
Yes
(factory default) selection only when
moving.
NORMAL
(factory default)
Yes
Yes
• Selecting Volume and changing the
setting by rotating the Interface
Dial knob.
OFF
No voice assistance when
selecting.
MAX
Yes* Yes* Yes
• Saying “Volume Off,” or selecting
* Uses street name in guidance phrase.
Volume and then OFF.
Guidance Prompts
NOTE:
While you drive to your destination, the
NOTE:
To temporarily turn off voice guidance
prompts, select OFF for the Volume
setting in Setup.
system displays and announces
If you turn the volume off, you will not
hear route guidance or voice command
confirmations.
guidance prompts for your next
maneuver. This setting allows you to
adjust the number of guidance prompts
before each maneuver. The settings
MIN, NORMAL, and MAX are
Interface Dial Feedback
This setting allows you to control when
(and if) the system will read the current
selection you choose with the Interface
Dial. The purpose of this feature is to
minimize the need to look at the screen
while operating the dial. You can set the
one of three settings explained in the
following table. The factory default is
AUTO.
described below. The factory default is
NORMAL, so you can adequately
prepare for the next maneuver. If you
wish to change the number of guidance
prompts, select your preferred setting,
as shown in the following table.
Navigation System 77
System Set-up
SETUP Screen (Other)
Select the “Other” tab to view additional
SETUP functions and the following
screen appears:
Personal Information
From the SETUP screen (Other), say
or select Personal Information and
the following screen appears:
You may choose to use a Personal
Identification Number (PIN) to protect
your privacy. However, PINs are
optional, and if you decide to use one,
record it in case you forget the number
(see page 82).
to
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 User 1
and User 2. For example, if User 1 has
150 addresses, User 2 can only have 50.
You can add, modify, and delete
information in the personal Address
Book list.
You can do the following functions in
the address book:
• Entering an address (see page 79)
• Edit an existing address (see page 81)
• Delete an existing address (see
page 81)
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System Set-up
Edit Name
Accessing the Address Book List
After selecting Address Book, the
system prompts you to select User 1 or
User 2.
Entering an Address Book
After you select User 1 or User 2,
your Address Book list appears:
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.).
If an Address Book PIN has been set,
the system prompts you to enter your
PIN. Verify that the right user is
displayed, then enter your PIN. After
entering your PIN correctly by voice or
by using the Interface Dial, the system
displays your Address Book.
If no Address Book PIN has been set,
the system displays your Address Book
after selecting User 1 or User 2.
Select New Address by pushing the
Interface Dial when beginning to build
your Address Book list.
NOTE:
Say or select Edit Name. Then use the
Interface Dial to enter the name.
Select DONE when finished.
Personal information cannot be backed
up or moved to another Navigation
system.
NOTE:
You can always re-enter, edit, or make
changes to any entry. “Address” is the
only required field.
Navigation System 79
System Set-up
Edit Address
When you say or select Edit Address,
the display changes to:
Places - Allows you to select one of the
Point of Interest (POI) locations already
stored in the system as one of your
personal addresses. This operation is the
same as selecting Places from the
MENU screen (Enter destination by).
See page 28.
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.
Say or select Edit Phone Number to
display the Enter phone number
screen. Enter the telephone number,
including the area code, by using the
voice control system (say the entire
phone number one digit at a time), or by
using the Interface Dial. Say or select
DONE when finished.
Previous Destinations - Allows you to
choose one of the locations in the
Previous Destination list for your
Address Book list. This operation is the
same as selecting Previous
Destinations from the MENU screen
(Enter destination by). See page 39.
Current Position - Allows you to use
your current position as the address.
After you have used one of these four
options to enter the address, the initial
screen for entering the personal address
is re-displayed, with the address shown
in the “Address” field. If you have
entered the address using Places, the
phone number corresponding to the
address also appears in the “Phone
Number” field.
Address - Requires you to enter the city
and address you wish to store. The
operation is the same as selecting
Address from the MENU screen
(Enter destination by). See page 22.
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System Set-up
Edit Category
NOTE:
Edit/Delete an Address
This feature allows you to select an
address to edit or delete. Once an
address is selected, choose the
appropriate function and push in on the
Interface Dial to select.
You may have up to 100 categories.
These are shared between User 1 and
User 2.
If desired, you can specify the category
of the address. Say or select Edit
Category to display the Select a
category screen.
The system will then display everything
that you have entered.
If all the information is correct, say or
select Done. This will return you to the
Address Book list.
If you want to enter another address,
select New Address in the list, then
repeat the procedures above. If not,
press the CANCEL button.
Scroll the screen and select a category
by saying the number next to your
choice, or by pushing in on the
Interface Dial.
If you wish to set, add, or edit a new
category, select EDIT CATEGORY in
the upper right corner on the screen. The
system will show the Select a
category to edit screen. Follow the on-
screen prompts to add, change or delete
a category. If you delete a category that
was used to categorize addresses, the
category for those addresses becomes
“UNFILED.”
Navigation System 81
System Set-up
Home Address
PIN Number
Address Book PIN
If you choose to enter a PIN for the
personal Address Book, you will have to
enter it anytime you edit your Address
Book (see page 78), or select Address
Book on the MENU screen (Enter
destination by) (see page 27).
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 MENU
screen (Enter destination by). See By
Go Home on page 44.
You can set a four-digit PIN (Personal
Identification Number) for accessing
and changing personal addresses and
your home address if desired. Once you
set the PIN on this screen, the system
asks you to enter the PIN when you
access a personal address or your home
address.
1. Select Address Book PIN.
2. Select either User 1 or User 2. The
NOTE:
display changes to:
PINs are optional. If you choose to use a
PIN, make sure you remember it. If you
forget your PIN, the dealer will have to
reset it for you.
When you select PIN Number, the
display changes to:
Enter the Name, address, and phone
number in the same way as entering a
personal address, then say or select
Done. To leave the screen, press the
CANCEL button.
3. Enter your new four-digit PIN. If you
do not wish to use a PIN, select DO
NOT USE PIN.
NOTE:
If your Home address cannot be found
in the system then, while located on the
street close to your home, select
“Current Position” when entering the
“Edit Address” field.
NOTE:
The factory default is no PIN.
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4. When you have entered your PIN, the
display changes to the Please re-
enter new PIN screen. Enter the
same number to validate the number
you have selected.
Go Home PIN
Previous Destinations
Allows you to delete some or all of your
previous destinations.
1. Select Go Home PIN, and the
system displays the Enter your new
PIN screen.
1. Select this option, and the display
changes to:
2. Enter your PIN in the same way as
entering the Address Book PIN.
5. 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.
NOTE:
The factory default is no PIN. If you
choose to use a PIN, you will have to
enter it whenever you say “Go Home”
at the map screen, or select Go Home
on the MENU screen (Enter
destination by).
NOTE:
If you wish to remove your PIN, return
to the same screen and, after entering
your PIN correctly, select DO NOT
USE PIN.
NOTE:
Normally, moving the Interface Dial
left exits most screens. However, for this
screen, moving the dial left deletes all of
your previous destinations.
Navigation System 83
System Set-up
2. Scroll through the list and find the
address you want to delete.
Units (mile or km)
Allows you to select the units for the
entire system (mile or km).
Basic Settings
From the SETUP screen (Other), say
or select Basic Settings and the
following screen appears:
3. Select the address to delete by saying
the line number, or by using the
Interface Dial.
Voice Recognition Feedback
Allows you to turn voice control system
prompts ON or OFF. When OFF, you
will not hear the voice control system
confirmations or prompts.
NOTE:
To cancel the deletion of Previous
Destinations, press the CANCEL
button before performing step 4.
Auto Volume for Speed
4. Say or select DONE to perform the
deletion, and the display returns to
the previous screen.
This navigation system automatically
increases the navigation volume
according to the vehicle speed. This
setting allows you to adjust the rate of
the volume increase.
When you select OFF, the volume is not
increased by the vehicle speed. The
factory default is MID.
Tip:
You can delete all addresses by
selecting DELETE ALL.
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System Set-up
Rerouting
Routing & Guidance
From the SETUP screen (Other), say
or select Routing & Guidance and
the following screen appears:
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. Say “Recalculate”
or select Recalculation on the screen
to make the system recalculate your new
route.
to
NOTE:
• If you live in an area with poor
mapping, you may wish to set
Rerouting to MANUAL to avoid
constant recalculation. However, you
will have to manually select
Recalculation on the screen to have
the system plot a new route.
• It is strongly recommended that you
leave the system set to the factory
default (Automatic).
Navigation System 85
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.
Unverified Area Routing: OFF (factory default)
Unverified Area Routing: ON
The driver wishes to navigate manually by using the
The driver chooses to let the navigation system suggest
Decision:
Why choose
navigation map and choosing the streets that lead to the possible routing. The driver understands that in some
destination. The driver understands that unverified
cases guidance may not be appropriate. Unverified
roads may not be accurate, and can contain errors in
location, naming, and address range.
ON or OFF? roads may not be accurate, and can contain errors in
location, naming, and address range.
A blue dotted vector line is displayed on the map that A blue-pink dashed route line highlights suggested
unverified streets on the map while traveling to your
What you will continually points to your destination. The driver
see...
should stop and then use the map to select streets that destination. This is in sharp contrast to the normal blue
lead to the destination.
route line displayed in verified areas.
There are cautionary pop-up screens and voice
announcements, before and during the route. These
serve as reminders that you should obey all traffic
restrictions.
There are cautionary pop-up screens and voice
announcements, before and during the route. These
serve as reminders that you should exercise additional
caution, and obey all traffic restrictions.
Cautionary
messages
There is no turn-by-turn map or voice guidance.
Voice guidance commands end with the words “If
possible.” This is to remind the driver to verify all
traffic restrictions before making a maneuver.
Guidance
(map/voice)
A direction list is typically not available. However,
A direction list is provided showing street names and
turn symbols in pink.
Directions list depending on your route, directions are provided to
help you reach the first available verified road.
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System Set-up
Because both routes bypass or use
unverified streets, an initial Disclaimer
screen is provided. It is recommended
that you stop and review the map.
Unverified Area Routing “ON”
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.
Unverified Area Routing “OFF”
With Unverified Area Routing OFF,
the system tries to use verified roads
whenever possible. In this example,
since only verified streets are used, it
created a longer route than necessary.
With Unverified Area Routing ON,
the route is shorter, but consists of
unverified (light colored) streets that
may not be accurate. Because the streets
are unverified, there may be errors in
street location, name, or address range.
Additional caution is recommended in
these areas. Always obey posted traffic
restrictions.
NOTE:
Unverified roads are shown only when
viewing the map in the 1/20, 1/8, and
1/4 mile map scales, or the 80, 200, and
400 meter map scales.
Navigation System 87
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
Unverified Area Routing “OFF”
Unverified Area Routing “ON”
destination.
With Unverified Area Routing ON,
a caution box appears on the screen and
is read by the voice. In this case you will
be presented with a dashed blue/pink
line instead of the regular blue route
line. You cannot assume that all
guidance is appropriate. This is your
signal to pay attention to posted traffic
restrictions.
In both cases, when you actually enter
the unverified street, a short caution will
remind you. You will see and hear this
short caution message whenever you
enter unverified areas.
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With Unverified Area Routing OFF,
you are presented with a blue “vector
line” that always points to the
Unverified Area Routing “OFF”
Unverified Area Routing “ON”
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.” This is your
signal that you should use additional
caution, and obey all traffic restrictions.
The maneuver window “arrow” shows
any portions of unverified turns in blue/
pink dashes.
NOTE:
For the pop-up menu displayed, when
pushing in on the Interface Dial from
the map screen, Voice and
Directions are grayed out. With
Unverified Area Routing “OFF,” no
Direction List is provided.
These guidance maneuvers are only a
suggestion. You should always confirm
that the maneuver is possible. A
directions list is also provided that
shows any unverified roads in a blue
color, with pink arrows pointing to the
next maneuver.
Navigation System 89
System Set-up
You can select NEW AREA, or select
one of your existing areas to modify. If
you choose NEW AREA, the following
screen is displayed:
Say or select Edit Area, to create the
area to be avoided. The following screen
appears.
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.
Either select Address or Map Input
on the Enter avoid area by screen.
Each choice provides a slightly different
way to locate the approximate map
display for drawing the area you wish to
avoid.
When you select Edit Avoid Area, the
following list screen is displayed.
Say or select Edit Name, and use the
Interface Dial to enter the name on the
Enter avoid area name screen (19
characters max). Say or select DONE to
return to the previous screen.
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System Set-up
After selecting the choice, a map screen
will be displayed.
Say or select DONE to return to the
Edit avoid area screen.
If your selected area contains a freeway,
the system will prompt you with a pop-
up box saying, “Do you want to avoid
freeways?” Answering “No” allows you
to enter a route through an avoided area
on a freeway, and skip the “Avoid area
caution box” (See Pop-ups and
Disclaimers on page 63).
NOTE:
When you return to the Edit avoid area
screen, the “Vicinity” field is
The maximum size of the “Avoid area”
is 1/4 of the navigation display screen
regardless of the map scale setting.
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.
automatically filled in by the system.
Re-edit the area “Name” if desired.
Select Done on the Edit avoid area
screen to finish editing. Your new
avoided area will now appear on the
“Avoid area” list, and be viewable on
the map screen.
The selected area will be displayed as a
shaded box with an orange border. Push
in on the Interface Dial to set the end
point of the avoided area.
To “re-draw” the area, select CANCEL
and repeat the area selection process.
Navigation System 91
System Set-up
NOTE:
Edit Waypoint Search Area
• You can select areas to avoid,
however you cannot select roads or
areas that you want the system to use
for routing.
When driving on route to your
destination, you can select a temporary
destination “waypoint” (marked with a
small flag on the map) along your route
for gas, a restaurant, or other POI. When
you resume your trip from the
• 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
“waypoint,” the system continues the
trip to your original destination. To use
this feature, see Search Waypoint on
page 65.
The diagram below shows how the
system handles the search for “Places
Along the Route” or “Places Around the
Destination” (see Search Waypoint on
page 65).
This SETUP item allows you to select
the distance from your highlighted route
line (on either side of your route), that
the system will search for a “waypoint.”
From the Routing & Guidance screen,
select Edit Waypoint Search Area,
and then choose the desired search
distance for either “On Freeways” or
“On Surface Street.”
intersection in the enclosed box.
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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.
Guidance Mode
Clock Adjustment
From the SETUP screen (Other), say
or select Clock Adjustment and the
following screen appears:
Allows you to select the guidance
display mode: Single Screen or Split
Screen.
To get to Guidance Mode from the
SETUP screen, select in sequence,
“Other” tab, “Routing & Guidance”,
and “Guidance Mode”.
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.
NOTE:
This screen allows you to set or adjust
the following:
These settings do not affect the search
range used for the voice commands like,
“Find nearest gas station,” that are
also available when viewing the map
screen.
• Auto Daylight (Default = ON)
• Auto Time Zone (Default = ON)
The factry default is Single Screen.
• DST (Daylight Savings Time)
Selection (Change DST schedule)
NOTE:
The Guidance Mode can also be
selected on the Icon Selection screen.
See Showing Icons on the Map on
page 59.
• Time Adjustment (Adjust your clock)
• RESET (resets this screen’s settings
to factory defaults)
Navigation System 93
System Set-up
The dates that the navi switches
Auto Daylight
Auto Time Zone
between standard and daylight savings
time are not triggered by GPS satellite
signals. They are stored in the navi
software and can be selected in the DST
schedule selection screen. Therefore
your navi clock will change based on
the daylight savings time schedule.
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.
Sets automatic time zone selection by
GPS to ON or OFF. If you are driving
across the country and passing through
time zones, then this feature will
automatically set the time to the time
zone you are traveling through.
However, if you live and work in two
different time zones, you may want to
turn this feature off.
NOTE:
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.
When driving near a time zone
boundary, the displayed time zone may
fluctuate between the two zone times.
The federal government has mandated
that, starting in 2007, daylight savings
time will change in March & November
instead of the old schedule in April &
October. The new government daylight
savings time schedule is subject to
review and possible cancellation in
2008.
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System Set-up
Daylight Savings Time (DST)
Selection (Change DST
schedule)
This option lets you select the schedule
(April-October, or March-
November) when daylight savings
time will automatically occur in your
navi. The system default is the new
2007 “March-November” schedule as
mandated by the US government.
During 2008-2009, it is possible that
this new change will be canceled by the
government, and returned back to the
previous “April-October” schedule. If
so, simply change the schedule in this
setting back to the “April-October”
schedule.
Time Adjustment
Vehicle
Adjusts the current time in hours and
minutes. Switch HOUR and MINUTE
by moving the Interface Dial left or
right, and change value by rotating the
Interface Dial knob. Selecting
DONE returns you to the previous
screen. You can reset the adjustment by
selecting RESET.
From the SETUP screen (Other), say
or select Vehicle and the following
screen appears:
NOTE:
Selecting RESET also clears any
changes you made to “Auto Daylight,”
“Auto Time Zone,” or “DST Selection”
settings. Depending on your location,
you may need to adjust these settings.
Off-road Tracking
With this ON, the system will provide
white off-road tracking dots
(“breadcrumbs”) on the map screen
whenever you drive into an area where
the map does not show any roads. See
Map Screen Legend on page 19.
Navigation System 95
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 61.
2. Select Correct Vehicle Position,
and the system will display a map
adjustment screen.
Correct Vehicle Position
The system relies on satellites for
positioning information. Buildings,
tunnels, and other objects can block or
reflect these signals, requiring the
system to use “dead reckoning” to
determine your location and direction.
This can sometimes lead to small errors
in positioning, such as showing you on
an adjacent street.
Tracking is shown only in the 1/20, 1/8,
1/4, and 1/2 mile, or the 80, 200, 400,
and 800 meter scales. Rotate the
Interface Dial knob to change the
scales if necessary.
NOTE:
Using this function to adjust vehicle
position is not recommended. When the
system acquires a GPS signal, it will
automatically place the vehicle in the
correct location.
3. Use the Interface Dial to move the
vehicle position arrowhead to the
correct location, and push in on the
Interface Dial. The display will
change to:
NOTE:
To clear existing dots, turn this feature
off and exit SETUP. To re-enable this
feature, return to SETUP and turn it on
again.
If you choose to do this, follow these
steps:
1. Stop the vehicle.
96 Navigation System
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.
Map Color
Color
Allows you to choose the map color
from one of four colors for the Day and
Night mode.
From the SETUP screen (Other), say
or select Color and the following
screen appears:
NOTE:
If you continually have to do this, there
are either problems in the database or
GPS reception problems. See
Accessories Precautions on page 5.
5. As you drive, the current road will be
displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Say “Return” or press the CANCEL
button to return to the previous screen.
NOTE:
• Choose “White” (factory default is
Beige) as the Day color to obtain the
best daytime display contrast.
• Choose “Black” (factory default) as
the Night color to obtain the best
nighttime display contrast.
Navigation System 97
System Set-up
Menu Color
Switching Display Mode
Manually
Allows you to choose the menu color
from one of five colors for the Day and
Night 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.
Once this button is used, automatic day/
night switching is disabled until the next
key cycle. See item #1 on page 99.
See the chart below for an explanation
of other day/night display mode
adjustments and how they interact with
each other.
Say “Return” or press the CANCEL
button to return to the previous screen.
NOTE:
• Choose “Silver metal” (factory
default) as the Day color to obtain
the best daytime display contrast.
• Choose “Black metal” (factory
default) as the Night color to obtain
the best nighttime display contrast.
Day Mode
Night Mode
(Example of Day/Night Mode)
98 Navigation System
System Set-up
Switching Display Mode Automatically
I
llumination control
Priority Operation
But remember
Display mode button
(see page 11)
1
Allows selection of Day, Night or Off display Remember that once you press this button, you
mode. This button has the highest priority and assume full manual control of the display
overrides all other display control adjustments mode until the ignition key is cycled again.
listed below.
Dash illumination adjustment
knob (See Owner’s manual for
location)
2
3
When headlights are turned on, and you wish to Remember to adjust the dash brightness back
have the Day display mode, then adjust the
illumination to the full bright setting (beeps).
to mid-range to allow auto switching by
sensing the headlights are on or off.
Headlights (Auto/On/Off)
When turned on, it changes the display to the
Night display mode. The previous two
controls listed above can “cancel” this function. the display to your desired choice.
Use the Display mode button
, or
adjust the dash illumination to full bright to set
Map Day/Night screen color
choice (see page 98 for the
Day and Night color choices)
N/A
The user can select the color of the screen that For best contrast, ensure that the Map “color”
will be displayed for the Day, and Night
is white for Day, and black for Night.
display modes described above.
Recommended Display mode Day/Night settings:
• With the headlights on, select mid range for the dash illumination (see Owner’s manual for location of knob).
• With the headlights off, select mid range for the dash illumination (see Owner’s manual for location of knob).
• On the SETUP “Color” adjustment screen, choose White for the map Day display, and black for the map Night display (see
page 98). Inappropriate adjustment of these colors can cause the Day/Night modes to appear inoperative.
• Remember that once the Display mode button
is selected, the other display mode controls are overridden until the
vehicle is restarted.
NOTE:
See the vehicle Owner’s manual for additional information regarding the dash brightness adjustment.
Navigation System 99
System Set-up
Rear View Camera Brightness
Adjustment
System Information
Rear View Camera (if
equipped)
From the SETUP screen (Other), say
or select System Information and the
following screen appears:
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
If equipped, whenever you shift to R
(Reverse) with the ignition switch in the
ON (II) position, the rear view is shown
on the navigation system screen. For the
best image, always keep the rear view
camera lens clean, and be sure it is not
covered.
independent of the screen brightness
adjustment in Setup.
Since the rear view camera display area
is limited, you should always back up
slowly and carefully, and look behind
you for obstacles.
NOTE:
• The camera brightness cannot be
adjusted by voice control.
• Slight delays can occur when
switching to the camera image, or
switching back to the map/menu
screen. This is normal.
Displays the information on the
navigation system software. This
information is for dealer use only. For
ordering updates, use the version
number stamped on the label (as Ver.
X.XX) of the navigation DVD. See
Obtaining a Navigation Update DVD on
page 108.
When finished, say or select Return to
return to the previous screen.
100 Navigation System
System Initialization
Enter the four-digit security code. If you
have entered it correctly, the display
changes to the Disclaimer screen. If
you make a mistake, the system will
display “INCORRECT PIN.” Re-enter
your 4-digit security code. You have ten
chances to enter the correct code. If all
ten are incorrect, turn the ignition to
OFF, then back to ON (II) to have ten
more chances to enter the correct code.
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.
When you purchased the vehicle, you
should have received two cards that
have the audio and navigation system’s
security codes and serial numbers. Keep
these cards in a safe place in case you
need the codes. If you lose the cards,
you must obtain the security codes from
your dealer.
This initialization requires the
following:
• Entry of the 4-digit anti-theft security
code to “unlock” the navigation
system.
Follow the instructions in the vehicle
Owner’s manual to enter the 5-digit
audio code. The navigation voice will
not operate if the audio code is not
entered.
• GPS initialization (may not be needed
depending on the length of time the
system was without power).
NOTE:
• Map matching to align the GPS
coordinates to a place on the map
(displays current street at the bottom
of the map).
The anti-theft security code is unrelated
to your optional Navigation system PIN
(for Personal or Home Address).
Navigation System 101
System Initialization
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:
GPS Initialization
Map Matching
Depending on the length of time the
battery was disconnected, your system
may require GPS initialization. If it
does, the following screen appears:
This part of the initialization matches
the GPS coordinates found above with a
road on the map screen. To perform this
part of the procedure, ensure that the
navigation system is displaying a map,
and drive the vehicle on a mapped road
(a road shown on the map screen). Do
not enter a destination at this time.
When the name of the current road you
are driving on appears at the bottom of
the screen, the entire procedure is
complete. Your system is now ready to
use.
The navigation system lost power and is acquiring its
location from the GPS satellites. This usually takes
less than 10 minutes.
* Start the engine.
* Park the vehicle in an open area away from trees,
power lines, and tall buildings.
* Remove loose articles, cell phones, or electrical
accessories located near the GPS antenna.
* If this screen is displayed repeatedly when starting
the vehicle, see your dealer.
Something is interfering with the system’s ability to
acquire its location. Check the following:
* The vehicle must be in an open area with a clear
view of the sky.
* Remove sources of GPS interference like metallic
window tint above antenna, or electrical items
near antenna (see owner's manual for details).
* Check GPS antenna cable connection.
* Restart the engine and repeat the GPS acquire
procedure. If the problem persists, see your dealer.
If this procedure is not necessary, the
system proceeds directly to the
Disclaimer screen (see page 17).
During initialization, the system
searches for all available GPS satellites,
and obtains their orbital information.
During this procedure the vehicle
should be out in the open with a clear
view of the sky.
If the system is still unable to acquire a
signal, follow the instructions on the
screen, or contact your local dealer for
assistance.
NOTE:
The average acquiring time is less than
10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45
minutes.
102 Navigation System
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.
Also, depending on your current view of
the sky and the position of the satellites,
the elevation may be shown incorrectly.
You may also notice some delay of the
vehicle position icon at intersections;
this is normal.
• Other after-market audio electronic
devices mounted near the navigation
unit
• Trees, tall buildings, freeway
overpasses, tunnels or overhead
electrical power wires
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.
This can cause occasional positioning
errors of up to several hundred feet.
GPS Reception Issues
Although the system will direct you to
your desired destination, it may not
always generate what you consider to be
the most direct route. Try changing the
method of routing. See Changing the
Routing Method on page 46. You may
also have Unverified Area Routing set
to “OFF.” See Unverified Area Routing
on page 86.
The signals received from the GPS
satellites are extremely weak (less than
a millionth of the strength of a local FM
station), and require an unobstructed
view of sky. The signal can easily be
interrupted or interfered with by the
following:
• After-market metallic window tint
above or to the sides of the GPS
antenna (located on the right side of
the rear shelf)
For example, in urban areas where
streets are close together, this could
cause the system to show that you are
traveling on a street that parallels the
street you are actually on. The system
will, under most circumstances, correct
itself while you drive.
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.
• Cell phones, PDAs, or other
electronic devices docked in a cradle
or laying loose on the rear shelf
• Radar detectors mounted on the rear
shelf
• Remote starters, or “hidden” vehicle
location systems mounted near the
navigation unit
Navigation System 103
System Limitations
The destination icon shows the
approximate location of the destination.
This occurs because a city block can
have as many as 100 possible addresses
(for example, the 1400 block is followed
by the 1500 block.) Since most cities
use only a portion of the 100 possible
addresses (for example, in the 1400
block, the addresses may only go up to
1425 before the 1500 block starts), the
address 1425 will be shown a quarter of
the way down the block by the system
instead of at the end of the block where
the destination is actually located.
You may find that the system
occasionally “reboots.” This is indicated
by the display returning to the globe
screen. A reboot can be caused by a
number of things, such as extreme
temperatures or shock from bumpy
roads. It does not necessarily indicate a
problem that requires service. If this
happens frequently, please see your
dealer.
104 Navigation System
Database Limitations
You will find that some points of
The digitized map database reflects
conditions as they existed at various
points in time before production.
Accordingly, your DVD may contain
inaccurate or incomplete data or
information due to the passage of time,
road construction, changing conditions,
or other causes.
In addition, this database does not
include, analyze, process, consider, or
reflect any of the following categories
of information:
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
• Neighborhood quality or safety
• Population density
• Availability or proximity of law
enforcement
Due to ongoing software and database
improvements, navigation disc versions
may change in the middle of a
outlying areas, facilities listed may not
be the closest. Always check with local
information sources if you need law
enforcement or hospital services.
• Emergency, rescue, medical, or other
assistance
production year. The version shipped
with your vehicle was the most recent
available at the time of production, and
is considered standard equipment for
that vehicle. There is no free program to
retrofit early production vehicles with
the latest disc. For DVD ordering
information, see page 108.
• Construction work, zones, or hazards
• Road and lane closures
Every effort has been made to verify
that the system’s database was accurate
at the time it was created. However,
businesses do fail or move to new
locations, and new businesses start in
the old locations. For this reason, you
may occasionally find “inaccurate”
information when you select and drive
to a point of interest (for example, a
restaurant is now a jewelry store). The
number of these inaccuracies increases
the longer you go without an update.
• Legal restrictions (such as vehicular
type, weight, load, height, and speed
restrictions)
• Road slope or grade
• Bridge height, width, weight, or other
limits
Navigation System 105
Database Limitations
• Road, traffic or traffic facilities
safety, or conditions
Copyrights
• infoUSA-Data: Certain business data
provided by infoUSA, Inc., Omaha,
Nebraska, Copyright © 2003, All
Rights Reserved.
• Weather conditions
• Special events
• Pavement characteristics or
conditions
• EXIT-Data: © ZENRIN CO., LTD.
2003. All Rights Reserved.
• Traffic congestion
• Travel time
• ZAGAT SURVEY: Copyright ©
[2003] Zagat Survey, LLC. All rights
reserved.
We assume no liability for any incident
that may result from an error in the
program, or from changed conditions
not noted above.
106 Navigation System
Customer Assistance
• If the error does not involve the
database, such as if the vehicle
position icon does not follow the
road, screen error messages, or other
GPS related errors, see Frequently
Asked Questions on page 121, System
Limitations on page 103, or
Reporting Errors
Honda Automobile
Occasionally, you may encounter
database errors.
Customer Service
Telephone: (800) 999-1009
Fax: (310) 783-3273
• If the error pertains to freeways and
main “verified” roads shown in black
on the map, then report it either
online at
Mail:
Honda Navi
Troubleshooting on page 128.
America Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Customer Service
MS 500-2N-7A
http://update.navteq.com/, or to
Honda Customer 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).
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
• For errors in points of interest (POI),
like a business that has changed their
name, do not report them. Keep in
mind that depending on when the data
was collected, and when your DVD
was purchased, the database can be
out of date. The business may have
not reported the change(s), or not be
in the database at all. Update
Navigation DVDs are available for
purchase, usually in the fall of each
year.
Navigation System 107
Customer Assistance
• Call Honda Customer Relations (see
“Honda Automobile Customer
Service”)
Visiting Your Dealer
Obtaining a Navigation
Update DVD
Honda 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.
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. You may save yourself a trip to
the dealer by first consulting the
following resources:
• For database or POI issues, follow the
guidelines in the “Reporting Errors”
section (see page 107)
If your question is still unanswered and
you wish to visit the dealer, please be
prepared to demonstrate the issue to the
service advisor. That way, the service
advisor can document the issue for the
factory to allow more efficient
To purchase an updated DVD or a
replacement DVD, call the Honda
Navigation Disc Fulfillment Center at
(888) 291-4675. You can also order on-
line by going to www.honda.com and
selecting “Honda Automobiles”, entering
“navi” into the “Type a question” field,
clicking “right here” under “Order the
Satellite Navigation DVD”, and selecting
“Order Navigation DVD”.
• The Troubleshooting section (see
page 128)
• The Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQs) section (see page 121)
troubleshooting.
Some issues may at first seem random,
but you may notice a pattern, like it only
occurs when you enter some specific
address, or when driving on a certain
road, or just when it’s cold. This
information is very useful to the service
advisor. Be patient, the tech may be
unfamiliar with your specific issue.
• The navi FAQs found on the on-line
DVD order site (see “Obtaining a
Navigation Update DVD”)
• For detailed questions regarding
HFL, audio, or other systems that
interact with the navigation system,
see the main vehicle Owner’s
NOTE:
• DVDs are not available at your
dealer. However, the dealer may
order a DVD for you as a courtesy.
There is no program for free DVD
updates.
manual, or the Quick Start Guide
• The DVD order line staff cannot
answer technical questions regarding
navigation operation, coverage, or
POIs.
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Customer Assistance
4. Push the Eject button. The DVD will
NOTE:
Changing the DVD
automatically come out.
• The system will not play movies or
NOTE:
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, see
your dealer for assistance.
• Please keep the door to the
navigation control unit closed at all
times.
The system’s database is stored on a
removable DVD. The system will not
work without the DVD. Ensure the door
remains closed at all times.
1. Remove the DVD while the ignition
switch is in the Accessory (I) position
or in the ON (II) position.
2. Locate the control unit. It is in the
trunk.
5. Pull the DVD straight out. Hold the
DVD by the edges. Fingerprints,
scratches, or other contamination on
the playing surface can make the
DVD unreadable.
3. Push the OPEN button. An error
message will display on the screen.
This is normal.
PC Card
A PC card is not supplied. The PC card
slot is for factory use only. This slot
cannot be used to play audio files.
To install the Navigation DVD, make
sure the white label is facing up. Slide
the DVD into the slot. The DVD is
automatically pulled into the control
unit. Make sure you close the door.
PC card slot
Navigation System 109
Coverage Areas
Colorado
U.S. Detailed Coverage Areas
Map Coverage
Denver/Boulder/Colorado Springs/
The system provides map coverage for
the following 48 US states, and southern
Canada. The US map coverage consists
of accurately mapped (verified)
Alabama
Ski Resorts Metro area – including
Ft. Collins
Birmingham/Tuscaloosa
Huntsville
Grand Junction
Mobile
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. If you
need additional North Canada coverage,
you may purchase the gray Canadian
DVD (see Obtaining a Navigation
Update DVD on page 108). See Map
Overview on page 6 for a discussion of
map coverage.
Connecticut
Montgomery
Bridgeport
Arizona
Danbury
Phoenix Metro
Hartford Metro
Sedona
New Haven Metro
Norwalk
Tucson
Stamford
Arkansas
The State of Connecticut: All roads
are verified in non-metro areas.
Fayetteville
Hot Springs
Little Rock
Delaware
Entire state – including Dover,
Wilmington Metro area, New Castle
County
California
Bakersfield
Fresno
The cities and metropolitan areas in the
following list are fully mapped. Only
major streets, roads, and freeways have
been verified outside these areas. If your
route passes through these areas, routing
may be limited in these areas, depending
on your routing choices. See Unverified
Area Routing on page 86.
Los Angeles/San Diego Metro
Merced
Modesto
Sacramento Metro
Sacramento-Reno-Lake Tahoe-Yuba
San Francisco Bay (approximately
Monterey to Sonoma) – including
Monterey County and Hollister
San Luis Obispo
Stockton
Southern California Area
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Coverage Areas
Florida
Idaho
Boise
Iowa
Cedar Rapids
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
Sun Valley Ski Resorts
Spokane-Coeur d’Alene
Davenport – Rock Island-Moline
Des Moines
Iowa City
Omaha-Lincoln
Illinois
Bloomington-Normal
Kansas
Champaign
Charleston
Topeka
Davenport-Rock Island-Moline
Chicago Metro (to Wisconsin border)
– including Lake County, IN and
Dekalb County, IL
East St. Louis Metro
Moline
Kansas City/Leavenworth Metro
Wichita
Kentucky
Orlando/Daytona Beach/Melbourne
area – including Osceola County
Pensacola
Lexington
Louisville
Cincinnati
Peoria
Tallahassee
Quincy
Louisiana
Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg Metro –
including Pasco and Manatee
Counties
Rock Island
Baton Rouge
New Orleans Metro
Shreveport
Rockford
Springfield
Vero Beach
St Louis
Maine
Georgia
Indiana
Bangor
Athens
Atlanta Metro
Columbus
Augusta/Aiken Metro
Macon
Savannah
Evansville
Fort Wayne
Gary/Hammond Metro
Indianapolis Metro
Kokomo Metro
Northwest Indiana
South Bend/Elkhart/Goshen
Bar Harbor/Acadia National Park
Portland/Lewiston/Auburn
Navigation System 111
Coverage Areas
Maryland
Michigan
Missouri
Cumberland
Detroit Metro area – including Ann
Branson
Baltimore/Washington D.C. Metro –
including Charles and Carroll
Counties
Arbor, Pontiac, Flint, Clinton, Eaton,
and Monroe Counties
Columbia
Kansas City (KS-MO) Metro –
including Platte County
Springfield
St Louis Metro (IL-MO) – including
additional cities in Jefferson County
Grand Rapids Metro
Ocean City
The State of Maryland: Most roads
are verified in non-metro areas.
Kalamazoo
Lansing Metro
Northern Michigan Resort Area –
including Traverse City, Elk Rapids,
Petoskey, Charlevoix, Boyne City,
and Harbor Springs
Massachusetts
Montana
Boston/Cape Cod Metro
Billings
Cape Cod
Saginaw-Midland
Southeast Michigan
Nebraska
Springfield Metro area
Lincoln (Lancaster County)
Omaha
Complete coverage of all cities in
Barnstable, Berkshire, Bristol, Essex,
Hampshire, Hampden, Middlesex,
Norfolk, Plymouth, Suffolk, and
Worcester Counties
Minnesota
Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro –
including cities in Anoka Scott and
Carver Counties
Fargo-Moorhead
Rochester
Nevada
Las Vegas Metro
Reno/Lake Tahoe
The State of Massachusetts: All roads
are verified in non-metro areas.
Sacramento-Reno-Lake Tahoe-Yuba
New Hampshire
Mississippi
Manchester
Nashua-Portsmouth
Biloxi/Gulfport
Jackson
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Coverage Areas
New Jersey
North Carolina
Oregon
Northern New Jersey
Southern New Jersey – including
Atlantic City/Cape May/Cumberland
Metro
Asheville
Bend
Charlotte Metro
Fayetteville
Eugene
Medford
Portland/Salem Metro
Hickory
Camden Metro
Morgantown
Pennsylvania
Newark Metro
Trenton Metro – including Ocean and
Hunterdon Counties
Jacksonville
Allentown
North Carolina Metro
Raleigh-Durham Metro
Wilmington
Erie
Gettysburg
New Mexico
Harrisburg
Winston-Salem/Greensboro Metro
Albuquerque
Lancaster
North Dakota
Santa Fe
Philadelphia Metro
Pittsburgh Metro – including
Washington County
Reading
Taos Ski Resorts
Fargo Metro
Fargo-Moorhead
New York
Ohio
The Adirondack
Binghamton
State College/University Park
Southern Pennsylvania
Wilkes-Barre/Scranton
Williamsport
Akron
Buffalo – including Erie and Niagara
Counties
Columbus/Marysville Metro
Cincinnati Metro – including Butler
County
Cooperstown
York
Eastern New York – including New
York City Metro, Albany, Glen Falls,
Schenectady, Troy
Ithaca
Cleveland Metro – including Geauga
County
Dayton
Toledo (Lucas County)
Youngstown
Rhode Island
Newport
Providence Metro
The State of Rhode Island: All roads
are verified in non-metro areas.
Lake Placid
Oneonta
Rochester – including cities in
Monroe County
Syracuse
Utica
Oklahoma
Oklahoma City
Tulsa
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Coverage Areas
South Carolina
Texas
Virginia
Washington D.C. detailed area –
Augusta-Aiken
Austin Metro
Big Bend
Bryan/College Station
Corpus Christi
Beaufort
including Alexandria, Arlington,
Fairfax, Falls Church, Fauquier
County, Fredericksburg City,
Manassas, and additional cities in
Charlottesville-U of VA
Danville
Charleston
Charlotte
Columbia
Dallas/Fort Worth Metro-Sherman –
including additional cities in Grayson
County
Greenville/Spartanburg – including
additional cities in Greenville and
Spartanburg Counties
Myrtle Beach Metro
Rock Hill Metro
El Paso
Loudoun and Prince William
Counties
Houston Metro – including additional
cities in Galveston County
Longview
Johnson City-Kingsport Bristol
Lynchburg
South Dakota
Lubbock
Richmond Metro
Roanoke
Sioux Falls
Midland/Odessa Metro
San Antonio Metro
South Padre Island
Shenandoah National Park
Williamsburg/Norfolk/Virginia
Beach Metro – including Charles
City, Hopewell, Kent, and Prince
George Counties
Tennessee
Chattanooga
Johnson City/Kingsport/Bristol
Knoxville/Farragut Metro
Memphis Metro – including Desoto
and Tunica Counties
Nashville
Utah
Moab
Ogden
Winchester
Park City
Washington
Salt Lake City Metro
Salt Lake City -Provo
Bellingham
Portland-Salem
Seattle/Tacoma/Olympia Metro –
including Island County
Spokane-Coeur d’Alene
Tri-Cities
Whatcom
Point Roberts (community)
Yakima
Vermont
Burlington
Montpelier
The State of Vermont: Most roads are
verified in non-metro areas.
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Coverage Areas
West Virginia
Strathcona County
Canada Detailed Coverage
Areas
Charleston
Harper’s Ferry Metro
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Greater Vancouver
NOTE: The blue colored city names are
not included in the USA South DVD. To
obtain coverage for cities listed in blue,
you may purchase the gray Canada
DVD (see page 98, Obtaining a
Navigation DVD). DVDs are not
available at your dealer.
Wisconsin
Anmore
Belcarra
Appleton
Beloit
Bowen Island
Burnaby
Green Bay
Janesville
Coquitlam
Kenosha County
Madison
Delta
Langley
Lake Geneva
Milwaukee Metro – including
Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington,
and Waukesha Counties
Neenah
ALBERTA
Airdrie
Langley Twp
Lions Bay
Alberta
Banff
Maple Ridge
New Westminster
North Vancouver
North Vancouver District
Pitt Meadows
Port Coquitlam
Port Moody
Richmond
Beaumont
Calgary
Oshkosh
Racine
Calmar
Canmore
Sheboygan
Wausau
Chestermere
Cochrane
Crossfield
Devon
Wyoming
Surrey
Cheyenne
Jackson Ski Resorts
Squamish
Edmonton
Fort Saskatchewan
Leduc
Lethbridge
Medicine Hat
Spruce Grove
St. Albert
Stony Plain
Vancouver
West Vancouver
White Rock
Whatcom, WA
Point Roberts (Community) also
listed in USA Washington St Cities
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Coverage Areas
Fraser Valley
Squamish-Lillooet
Durham
Abbottsford
Chilliwack
Mission
Whistler
Ajax
Kamloops
Brock
Clarington
MANITOBA
East St Paul
Headingley
West St Paul
Winnipeg
Oshawa
Pickering
Scugog
Central Okanagan
Kelowna
Peachland
Uxbridge
Whitby
Okanagan-Similkamen
Penticton
Halton
NOVA SCOTIA
Summerland
Halifax (partial)
Burlington
Halton Mills
Milton
Victoria
ONTARIO
Barrie
Capital
Oakville
Kingston
London
Ottawa-Gatineau
Stratford
Central Saanich
Colwood
Esquimalt
Highlands
Langford
Metchosin
North Saanich
Oak Bay
Hamilton
Hamilton
Muskoka
Dufferin
Bracebridge
Georgian Bay
Gravenhurst
Huntsville
Lake of Bays
Muskoka Lakes
Orangeville
Saanich
Sidney
Sooke
Victoria
View Royal
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Coverage Areas
Niagara
Simcoe
Wellington
Fort Erie
Adjala-Tosorontio
Guelph
Grimsby
Barrie
Puslinch
Lincoln
Bradford West Gwillimbury
Clearview
Essa
Innisfil
Midland
New Tecumseth
Orillia
York
Niagara-on-the-Lake
Niagara Falls
Pelham
Aurora
Ease Gwillimbury
Georgina
Port Colborne
St Catharines
Thorold
King
Markham
Newmarket
Richmond Hill
Vaughan
Wainfleet
Oro-Medonte
Penetanguishene
Ramara
Welland
West Lincoln
Whitchurch-Stouffville
Severn
Peel
Springwater
Tay
Windsor
Essex
Lasalle
Brampton
Caledon
Tiny
Mississauga
Wasaga Beach
Tecumseh
Windsor
Toronto
Toronto
Inter-Town (partial) Coverage
Waterloo
Counties/Districts/Regional
Cambridge
Kitchener
North Dumfries
Waterloo
Municipalities
Brant
Bruce
Chatham-Kent
Dufferin
Elgin
Essex
Frontenac
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Coverage Areas
Gray
La Rivìere-du-Nord
QUÉBEC
Haldimand-Norfolk
Haliburton
Prévost
Municipalites Regionales de Comte
St-Colomban
St-Hippolyte
St-Jèrôme
Ste-Sophie
Beauharnois-Salaberry
Brome-Missisquoi
Coaticook
Hastings
Huron
Kawartha Lakes
Lambton
La Haute-Yamaska
La Vallee-du-Richelieu
Le Haut-Richelieu
Le Haut-St-Laurent
Les Jardins-de-Napierville
Memphremagog
Roussillon
La Vallee-du-Richelieu
Lanark
Beloeil
Leeds and Granville
Lennox and Addington
Middlesex
Caringnan
Chambly
Longueuil
Muskoka
McMasterville
Mont-St-Hilaire
Otterburn Park
St-Basile-le-Grand
St-Mathieu-de-Beloeil
Northumberland
Oxford
Rouville
Vaudreuil-Soulanges
Perth
Peterborough
Prescott and Russell
Prince Edward
Simcoe
Montreal
Deux-Montagnes
LaJemmerais
Deux-Montagnes
Longueuil
Ste-Julie
Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry
Waterloo
Wellington
Oka
Oka Paroisse
Laval
Pointe-Calumet
St-Eustache
Laval
St-Joseph-du-Lac
Ste-Marthe-sur-le-Lac
L’assomption
Charlemagne
Le Gardeur
Repentigny
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Coverage Areas
Les Laurentides
Les Pays-D’en-Haut
Therese-de-Blainville
Amherst
Lac-des-Seize-Îles
Blainville
Arundel
Morin-Heights
Boisbriand
Bois-des-Filion
Lorraine
Barkmere
Piedmont
Brèbeuf
Ste-Adolphe-d’Howard
St-Sauveur
Huberdeau
Rosemere
Ste-Therese
La Conception
La Minerve
Ste-Adèle
Ste-Anne-des-Lacs
Ste-Marguerite-Estèrel
Wentworth-Nord
Vaudreuil-Soulanges
Labelle
Hudson
L’Ile-Cadieux
L’Ile-Perrot
Notre-Dame-de-l’Ile-Perrot
Pincourt
St-Lazare
Terrasse-Vaudreuil
Vaudreuil-Dorion
Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac
Lac-Supèrieur
Lantier
Longueuil
Mont-Tremblant
Montcalm
Longueuil
St-Faustin-Lac-Carrè
Ste-Agathe-des-Monts
Ste-Lucie-des-Laurentides
Val-David
Montreal
Montreal
Rousillon
Candiac
Val-des-Lacs
Val-Morin
Chateauguay
Delson
Québec
Québec
La Prairie
Lery
Les Moulins
Lachenaie
Mascouche
Terrebonne
SASKATCHEWAN
Regina
Ste-Catherine
St-Constant
Saskatoon
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Coverage Areas
Morley Road from Hwy-1/Trans
Canada Hwy
Roads in the province of Ontario
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.
Hwy-69/Trans Canada Hwy from
Muskoka district to Sudbury
Hwy-17/Trans Canada Hwy from
Ottawa Detailed Area Coverage to
Manitoba border
Hwy-17B at Sault Ste Marie to link with
1-75 (US border)
Hwy-61 from Hwy-17 at Thunder Bay
to link with US-61 (US border)
Hwy-11 from Muskoka district to North
Bay
Hwy-60 and Hwy-127 in Nipissing
County
Hwy-3/Crowsnest Hwy (at Medicine
Hat) to Lethbridge
Hwy-4 (at Lethbridge) to 1-15 (US
border)
Hwy-36 between Hwy-3 (in Taber) and
Hwy-4 (in Warner)
Hwy-3/Crowsnest Hwy (in Lethbridge)
to Hwy-2 (in Fort Macleod)
Hwy-2 (in Fort Macleod) to Hwy-1/
Trans Canada Hwy (in Calgary)
Road Inclusion
Roads in the province of British
Columbia
Hwy-1/Trans Canada Hwy from
Alberta/BC boundary to Vancouver
detailed city.
Hwy-3/Crowsnest Hwy from Hwy-1/
Trans Canada Hwy (Hope) to Hwy-5/
Coquihalla Hwy (Hope)
Hwy-5/Coquihalla Hwy (in Hope) to
Hwy-1/Trans Canada Hwy (in
Kamloops)
Hwy-99 between Vancouver and
Whistler
Roads in the province of Saskatchewan
Hwy-1/Trans Canada Hwy across whole
province
If you desire additional map coverage
information, contact Honda Customer
Services or go to www.honda.com and
select “Honda Automobiles”, enter
“navi” into the “Type a question” field,
click “right here” under “Order the
Satellite Navigation DVD”, and select
“View Current Coverage Map”. Enter
your vehicle model and model year,
then select the state in which you want
to check map coverage.
Roads in the province of Manitoba:
Hwy-1/Trans Canada Hwy across whole
province
Hwy-100/Trans Canada Hwy in
Winnipeg (partial beltway)
Hwy-75 from Hwy-100/Trans Canada
Hwy (Winnipeg) south to link with 1-29
(US border)
Roads in the province of Alberta
Hwy-1/Trans Canada Hwy across whole
province
Hwy-1A from Cochrane to Canmore
Hwy-1X from Hwy-1A to Hwy-1/Trans
Canada Hwy
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Frequently Asked Questions
Map, and Features, Voice Operation, Entering Addresses
Problem
Solution
Why does the Disclaimer screen need to be displayed every The Disclaimer screen reminds you and your guest drivers to always
time I start the car? I am the only driver.
operate the navigation system in a safe manner.
The SETUP or Information screen has “grayed out” items
that I cannot select. Why?
You need to select OK on the Disclaimer screen to view these items. See
System Function Diagram on page 21.
I tried entering an address, but the city or street could not be Some cities are lumped in with a major metro area Try entering the street
found. Is there any other way to route to the location?
first. In rural “unverified” areas or new subdivisions, streets may be
missing, or only partially numbered. Try selecting the destination directly
from the map. See By Map Input on page 40.
When I enter an address, some letters become grayed out. Is Yes, as you enter each letter in an address or a point of interest (POI), the
this normal?
system looks in the database to see what letters are possible and “grays out”
letters that do not apply.
How do I delete Personal Address, Previous Destinations, or This is done in SETUP, under “Personal Information.” See page 78.
the Home Address?
I cannot hear the navigation system voice.
1) Ensure that Volume in the SETUP screen (Main Setup) is not OFF.
See page 77.
2) Go to “Basic Settings” in the SETUP screen (Other), and set Voice
Recognition Feedback to ON. See page 84.
The voice control system is having difficulty recognizing my Ensure the vents are not blowing on the microphone on the ceiling, the
Voice commands.
vehicle is as quiet as possible, and that you are using the correct command
when speaking (See Improving Voice Recognition on page 14). Say “Help”
at any screen to see a list of the applicable voice commands. If the system
cannot recognize your command because of background noise, speak
louder.
When the system pronounces the street name in the guidance The basic guidance phrase uses a studio-recorded voice, but the street name
command, or reads the destination address it sounds strange. is pronounced by the system using a machine-generated voice.
What causes this?
Consequently, the name may be mispronounced or sound strange at times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Problem
Solution
When I drive at night, the screen is bright and will not switch Verify the following: The night-time dash brightness control is not set to
to the night display mode. Why?
maximum, and Map Color in SETUP is set to Black for Night. See
Switching Display Mode Manually on page 98.
The daytime map screen is dark like the night display mode, Verify the following: The Map Color in SETUP is set to White for Day.
and it is hard to see. Why?
See Switching Display Mode Manually on page 98.
Once I press the Display mode button
screen no longer automatically switches between day and
night display modes. Why is this?
, the navi
This is normal. Once you press the Display mode button
manually controlling the display mode. Your manual display mode setting is
canceled the next time the vehicle is started.
, you are
How can I input my destination using map coordinates?
The navigation system was not designed for this. However, you can view
the coordinates of an address by pushing in on the Interface Dial, selecting
Show Icon on Map, and moving the Interface Dial left to select Current
Location. See Map Screen Legend on page 49.
How do I change or remove my PIN?
Go to “Personal Information” in the SETUP screen (Other), and select PIN
Number. Select User 1 or User 2 and enter your existing PIN. You then
have the choice to change or remove the PIN. See page 82.
I forget the PIN for Home, or the PIN for personal addresses PINs are optional. See information regarding PINs on page 82. Your dealer
(User 1 or User 2). How do I reset it?
can reset the PIN for you.
CALL is not available on the Calculate route to screen.
Why?
Your phone is not “paired” to the HFL, or if your phone is “paired,” it is in
use; press HFL BACK button.
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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 46.
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 120 for
ways to obtain the latest detailed coverage information.
The vehicle position icon is not following the road and the
“GPS icon” text in the upper left hand corner of the screen is
white or missing.
• The GPS antenna (located on the right side of the rear shelf) may be
blocked by personal items. For best reception, remove items from the rear
shelf, such as radar detectors, cell phones, or loose articles.
• Metallic tinting or other after-market devices can interfere with the GPS
reception. Please see your dealer. Also see System Limitations on
page 103.
I entered a destination, but the blue highlighted route and
voice guidance stopped, or turned into a blue/purple dashed
line before I got to my destination. Why is this?
Your route has entered an unverified area. See Unverified Area Routing on
page 86.
The map rotates while I make a turns, How can I stop this?
Select the “North-up” map orientation by voice, or by selecting “North-up”
from the map menu. See Map Orientation on page 56.
Sometimes I cannot select between the North-up, and
Heading-up map orientations, why is this?
The “Heading-up” map orientation can only be shown in the lower scales
(1/20 - 1 mile scales). See Map Scale on page 55.
While driving to my destination, the “time to go” display
sometimes increases even though I am getting closer.
The “Time to go” is based on actual road speeds. However if your speed
slows down when you encounter slower traffic, the system updates the
“Time to go” based of your actual speed to give you a better estimate of
arrival time.
The vehicle position icon on the map “lags” a short distance No, when at an intersection, the system is unaware of the width of the
behind especially when I arrive at an intersection. Is there
anything wrong?
intersecting road. Large differences is vehicle position can indicate a
temporary loss of the GPS signal. See GPS Reception Issues on page 103.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Problem
Solution
While I drive, my screen shows white dots (“breadcrumbs”) These are called “breadcrumbs.” If you drive more than 1/2 mile from
on it. What do they mean?
mapped roads, the off-road tracking feature begins to function. See Off-road
Tracking on page 61 and 95.
How can I get rid of the white dots (“breadcrumbs”) from my Go to “Vehicle” in the SETUP screen (Other), and set Off-road
screen?
Tracking to OFF, then return to the map. See page 95.
A road that I selected to avoid is being used when routing.
What is wrong?
When you “draw” your area to avoid, make sure to select sections of roads
that include at least one intersection. See page 90.
When I arrive at my destination, the “bulls-eye” is shown at a The system calculates the “bulls-eye” location based on the street address
different location on the street. Why?
range allocated for that street. See Destination Icon on page 57 for an
example.
My elevation (shown when I display the current position)
This is normal, and due to errors in satellite position. The elevation can vary
seems to fluctuate even though my elevation has not changed. +/- 100 feet. See System Limitations on page 103.
My elevation is missing on the “current position” screen.
Why?
If the GPS antenna cannot receive at least four satellites, the elevation is not
displayed. Try moving the vehicle into an open area. If the elevation is zero,
or below sea level, the elevation is also not displayed.
124 Navigation System
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 108.
I want to order a DVD. How can I determine the DVD version The version is on the label of your DVD. It starts with “Ver:.” See Changing
in my navigation system? the DVD on page 109.
I got a Navi DVD from a “friend,” but it does not work. Why? Your vehicle was designed to use a white DVD. DVDs with different
colored labels, or from different manufacturers, will not operate correctly.
Always obtain DVDs from the DVD order desk. See page 108.
When is my city going to become part of a fully verified
detailed coverage area?
The mapping database vendor is constantly revising map coverage. See
page 120 for ways to obtain the latest detailed coverage information.
Will the navigation system work outside North America?
The navigation system contains maps only for the lower 48 states, and
portions of southern Canada. The system will not work in Mexico, Hawaii,
Alaska, or overseas. Canada coverage is limited. See Map Coverage on
page 110.
Can I play video DVDs in my navigation system?
No. The navigation system is designed only to read the white DVD provided
with your vehicle. Map discs for other vehicle manufacturers, or PC map
programs will not work.
I found some errors in the database. How do I report them?
Minor errors are bound to occur in a large database. If you encounter major
errors, you can report them following the instructions on page 107.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Display, Accessories
Problem
Solution
The display appears dim when starting the car in real cold
weather. Is there a problem?
No, this is normal, and will become brighter after a few minutes.
Rear Camera (if equipped)
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.
The rear camera image is too dark or too bright, how do I
adjust the brightness.
While the camera image is displayed, use the rotating portion of the
Interface Dial (knob) to adjust the brightness. This adjustment does not
affect the Setup screen brightness adjustments.
Miscellaneous Other Questions
Problem
Solution
My clock frequently changes forward and backward by one
hour. Why is this?
The clock is being automatically set based on your GPS location. If you live
and work on the boundary between two time zones, you can turn off this
feature. See page 94.
When driving near a time zone border, the time changes even The time zone borders are only approximated in the system. Depending on
though I am not near the time zone. Why is this?
the geography of the time zone boundary, the switch to a different zone can
be erratic. See page 94.
My state does not observe daylight savings time. How do I
turn off this feature?
You can turn off this feature. See page 94.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Problem
Solution
Daylight savings time occurred, but the navigation system did Go to the Clock adjustment screen in SETUP and select DST Selection.
not change time even though SETUP shows Auto Daylight Ensure that the correct DST schedule is selected. For more information, see
is ON.
Clock Adjustment on page 93.
The navigation system automatic daylight time feature is not 1) Go to the Clock adjustment screen in SETUP and ensure that Auto
switching the navigation system clock on the correct dates.
Why is this?
Daylight is ON.
2) The navigation system is designed to switch to daylight savings time
according to the months selected in the DST schedule selection screen.
Ensure that the appropriate schedule is selected.
For more information, see Clock Adjustment on page 93.
The navigation system clock switched by one hour for no
apparent reason. What can cause this?
1) You may be driving near a time zone boundary (see Auto Daylight on
page 94).
2) The navigation system does not, or incorrectly switches between
standard and Daylight Savings Time. Set Auto Daylight to ON on the
Clock adjustment screen in SETUP, and ensure that the correct month
switching schedule is chosen on the DST schedule selection screen.
See page 94 for more information.
My battery was disconnected, or went dead, and the
navigation system is asking for a code. Where do I find this
code?
There should have been a card in the glove box with the anti-theft code for
the navigation/audio system. This card contains the 4-digit security code
and serial number. If you cannot find it, your dealer can help you out.
I speak a language other than English. When will other
languages be available for the navigation system?
This is being considered as a future enhancement.
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Troubleshooting
Screen Error Message
Solution
Navigation system is unable to acquire a proper GPS
signal.
Make sure there is nothing on the rear shelf blocking the GPS antenna (after-
market metallic window tinting or after-market devices placed on the rear shelf like
radar detectors, cell phones, or loose items). If the rear shelf is clear of objects,
move the vehicle to an open space away from tall buildings, trees, etc.
Navigation unit door is open or No DVD disc is
inserted. Please check system.
Make sure that the navigation DVD disc is inserted with the label side up and the
navigation unit door is fully snapped closed (see page 109).
No DVD disc. Please check system.
Check that the navigation DVD disc is inserted with the label side up (page 109). If
the problem persists, see your dealer.
DVD disc reading error (unformatted). Please consult Check the DVD disc surface for deep scratches or other damage. Make sure you are
your dealer.
using a Navigation DVD (white colored label). The system cannot read other
mapping databases or video DVDs. If the problem persists, see your dealer.
Display temp is too high. System will shut down until This message will appear briefly when the display temperature is too high, and then
display cools down.
the display will turn off until the temperature cools down. The system will turn
back on when the display cools down.
Outside temperature is low. System will take awhile to The temperature is below -22°F and the navigation ECU has difficulty reading the
start up. DVD. The system will start up when the temperature warms up.
Route has not been completed. Please try again from a This message will appear when you are routing to or from a place (new area) that is
different location.
not in the database. Try planning a different route to or from a different location.*
No alternate route found. Original route will be
followed.
No alternative route method was found. The original route method will be used.*
Ensure that a road name is displayed at the bottom of the map.
This destination cannot be found in database.
The destination was not found in the database. Try another destination nearby, or
select the destination with the Interface Dial.*
*
If the error persists, or is shown for a wide area, see your dealer.
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Glossary
Digitized Road - A road that appears on
the navigation screen. The road name
will appear at the bottom of the
navigation screen. If the user drives
“off road,” the navigation system will
display “breadcrumbs,” depending on
how far you drive from a mapped
road.
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions. See
page 121 for a list of the customer
FAQs, and troubleshooting
information.
Glossary
The following is a glossary of terms
pertaining to the voice recognition
navigation system.
GPS - Global Positioning System. A
network of 24 satellites in orbit
around the earth. The navigation
system can simultaneously receive
signals from up to 12 satellites to
accurately position the vehicle on the
map.
Average Fuel - The average fuel
economy value as displayed by the
Trip computer screen.
Avoid Area - Areas you wish to avoid
can be entered into the system, and
will be avoided while routing.
Disclaimer Screen - Screen containing
cautionary information. It is meant to
be read carefully and acknowledged
by the customer when using the
navigation system.
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 the SETUP screen
(Other).
GPS Antenna - Located on the right
side of the rear shelf. Electronic items
operating in this general location can
interfere with the GPS signal.
DVD or DVD-ROM - Digital Versatile
Disc. The navigation program and
database resides on this disc. For
information on how to order a
replacement or update DVD, see
page 108.
HFL - Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®.
Your vehicle is equipped with this
feature, which uses Bluetooth
technology as a wireless link between
the vehicle and your Bluetooth
compatible cell phone.
Database - This consists of the map
data, and the POI (Points Of Interest)
data stored on the DVD.
Elapsed Time - Elapsed Time for the
current trip as displayed by the Trip
computer screen.
DCA - Detailed Coverage Area. The
main metropolitan areas in the lower
48 states, and southern Canada are
mapped to this level. See page 110
for a list of these areas.
Icon - Symbol representing Points of
Interest (POI) that can be displayed
on the map.
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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.
MW - Maneuver Window. While on-
route to a destination, this window
displays information about the next
maneuver.
POI - Point Of Interest. These are the
businesses, schools etc. found under
the Places option on the MENU
screen (Enter destination by). See
page 49.
Navi - Abbreviation for the navigation
system.
Polygon - Colored areas on the map
screen denoting parks, schools etc.
See Map Screen “features” for a list
of the assigned colors. See page 49.
North Pointer -The map symbol
showing the map orientation. See
page 56.
Instant Fuel - The current
instantaneous fuel economy value as
displayed by the Trip computer
screen.
Reminder - Automatic “pop-up”
Calendar message. See Calendar on
page 71.
Off Route - This occurs when the user
leaves mapped roads. Off road
LCD - Liquid Crystal Display. The
tracking dots (“breadcrumbs”) are
displayed if the option is enabled in
the SETUP screen. The user can use
them to return to a mapped road. The
bottom of the navigation screen will
say “Not on a digitized road”.
navigation screen.
Security Code - Code needed to
activate the navigation system or
audio system. See Entering the
Security Code on page 101.
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 bottom-
shaded area.
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
Outlying Areas - These are rural areas
that typically have only their main
roads mapped. All other roads are
shown in light brown for reference
only, since they have not been
verified.
Mic - Abbreviation for the microphone
used for receiving voice commands.
It is located near the map light in the
ceiling.
incorrect name or address range.
PIN - Personal Identification Number.
A random 4-digit number created by
the customer to protect personal
information.
Vehicle Speed Sensor - Provides speed
signal to the navigation system for
moving the VP icon on the map.
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Verified Streets - These streets consist
of the detailed metropolitan coverage
areas, and all other inter-town
Yaw Rate Sensor - Senses when the
vehicle makes a turn, which makes
the VP change direction on the map
as you turn.
connection roads. These roads are
shown in black on the map.
Zagat Ratings - Restaurant ratings
information provided by Zagat
Survey. See the Information screen
on page 73 for an explanation of the
ratings.
Voice Control - See VR.
VP - Vehicle Position. When in map
mode, this circular icon shows the
vehicle position on the map. Push in
on the Interface Dial, select Show
Icon on Map, move the Interface
Dial left to select Current
Position. It shows the latitude,
longitude, and elevation of your
current position.
VR - Voice Recognition. This allows
voice control of many of the
navigation functions. The hardware
consists of the microphone, voice
control switch (NAVI TALK/NAVI
BACK buttons), and the front
speakers.
Waypoint - A temporary destination
you may enter with on route (e.g., a
gas station, ATM, etc.). See page 65.
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Voice Command Index
The “Voice Command Help” option on
the Information screen lists many of the
following controls. To avoid distraction
while you are driving, the system can
read the commands for you.
Global Commands
Navigation General
Commands
The system accepts these commands on
any screen.
The system accepts these commands on
Help (reads list of the commands for
a map/guidance screen.
the displayed screen)
Display menu (if on route, displays
Setup (displays SETUP screen (Main
the MENU screen (Route))
The commands are accessible at any
time while driving and can be read to
you so that you do not need to memorize
all of them.
Setup))
Display navigation (if on route,
displays the MENU screen
(Route))
Display map (displays the map
screen)
Display menu (displays the MENU
Display map
screen (Enter destination by))
Display map guide (when on route,
Display audio screen
shows the next maneuver)
Information (displays the
Display setup (or just Setup)
Display information (or just
Information)
Information screen)
Trip Computer
Back (to previous screen, same as
Display audio screen
Trip computer
Cancel
Backward (or just Back)
What time is it?
CANCEL or NAVI BACK button)
Cancel (cancels current activity)
What time is it?
Repeat voice (repeats the screen
prompt)
Help (reads list of Navigation
General and Navigation Display
Commands at any screen)
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Voice command help
Display: (display the selected icon on
Navigation Display
Commands
the screen)
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)
Display current location (shows
current latitude, longitude, and
elevation)
Register the current location (puts
current location in the personal
Address Book)
ATM
gas station
restaurant
post office
grocery store
lodging (hotel, motel)
parking garage
parking lot
school
hospital
The system accepts these commands on
a map/guidance screen.
Display current location (shows
current latitude, longitude, and
elevation)
Display north up
Display heading up
Display zoom in
Display zoom out
Display: (the selected scale)
1/20 mile (80 m) scale
1/8 mile (200 m) scale
1/4 mile (400 m) scale
1/2 mile (800 m) scale
1 mile (1600 m) scale
2 mile (3 km) scale
one way
freeway exit information
5 mile (8 km) scale
* These commands are not available if
you scroll the map while on route to
a destination.
15 mile (24 km) scale
50 mile (80 km) scale
150 mile (240 km) scale
350 mile (560 km) scale
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Voice Command Index
Hide: (hide the selected icon from the
parking lot
Find Place Commands
screen)
other car dealers
auto parts & electronics
auto repair & maintenance
car wash & detailing
motorcycle dealers
roadside assistance
check cashing
The system accepts these commands on
ATM
gas station
restaurant
post office
grocery store
lodging (hotel, motel)
parking garage
parking lot
school
hospital
a map/guidance screen.
Find nearest: (find the nearest
selection)
ACURA dealers
HONDA dealers
gas station
hydrogen station
ATM
bank
post office
hospital
police station
currency exchange
veterinarian
California restaurant
continental restaurant
French restaurant
German restaurant
Greek restaurant
Indian restaurant
Korean restaurant
Thai restaurant
vegetarian restaurant
Vietnamese restaurant
other restaurant
business
one way
freeway exit information
Max zoom in
Max zoom out
Go home
hotel
tourist attraction
restaurant (all restaurant types)
American restaurant
Chinese restaurant
fast food
Italian restaurant
Japanese restaurant
Mexican restaurant
seafood restaurant
shopping (all shopping types)
parking garage
civic center
convention center
library
school
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city hall
court house
airport
automobile club
bus station
Climate Control Commands
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
higher education
amusement park
golf course
historical monument
marina
movie theater
museum
park
performing arts
sports complex
bed & breakfast
accessory store
book store
clothing store
grocery store
home improvement store
mall
office supply store
pharmacy
pet food store
sewing store
shoe store
Climate control full automatic
(controls temperature to 72
degrees F)
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
Climate control automatic (controls
temperature to your selection)
Climate control off
Air conditioner on*
Air conditioner off*
Climate control defrost on*
Climate control defrost off*
Rear defrost on*
Rear defrost off*
Climate control fresh air
Climate control recirculate
Climate control vent
Climate control bi-level (vent and
floor)
Climate control floor
Climate control floor and defrost
sporting goods store
toy store
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Voice Command Index
Fan speed up
Fan speed down
Temperature Voice
Commands
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
Radio Voice Commands
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
Fan speed # (#:1-7) (for best voice
control, lower the fan speed)
Audio on*
Audio off*
Radio on* (or Radio play)
Radio off*
Radio select FM1
Radio select FM2
Radio select AM
Radio tune to # FM (#: frequency.
Example Radio 95.5 FM)
Temperature # degrees (#: 57 to 87
* Repeating these commands switches
(toggles) the function between On
and Off.
degrees F)
Temperature up
Temperature down
Temperature max hot (displays HI)
Temperature max cold (displays LO)
Temperature balance
Temperature dual mode on*
Temperature dual mode off*
Radio tune # AM (#: frequency.
Example Radio 1020 AM)
Radio seek up
Driver temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87 degrees F)
Radio seek down
Radio next station (same as Radio
seek)
Passenger temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87 degrees F)
* Repeating these commands switches
(toggles) the function between On
and Off.
Radio preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio FM preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio FM1 preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio FM2 preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio AM preset # (#: 1-6)
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Radio auto select*
Radio scan*
Radio select XM1
Radio select XM2
XM channel # (#: 1-255)
XM channel up
CD folder random*
CD folder repeat*
CD folder scan*
CD folder list
CD Voice Commands
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
CD play
CD play disc # (#: 1-6)
CD play track # (#: 1-30)
* Repeating these commands switches
(toggles) the function between On
and Off.
CD play disc #1 track #2 (#1: 1-6, #2:
XM channel down
XM category up
1-30)
CD skip forward
CD skip back
XM category down
XM preset # (#: 1-6)
XM1 preset # (#: 1-6)
XM2 preset # (#: 1-6)
XM scan*
XM category scan*
XM channel scan*
XM category mode
XM channel mode
CD play next disc
CD play previous disc
CD track random*
CD track repeat*
CD disc repeat*
CD track scan*
CD disc scan*
CD normal play (resumes “Play”
from these commands: “CD track
random,” “CD track repeat,” and
“CD track scan”)
* Repeating these commands switches
(toggles) the function between On
and Off.
CD track list
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Voice Command Index
Interface dial feedback off
Interface dial feedback auto
Interface dial feedback on
Guidance prompts minimum/min.
Guidance prompts normal
Guidance prompts maximum/max.
Information Screen Voice
Commands
These are additional commands not
found on the Voice Command Help
screen available when viewing the
Information screen. Follow the voice
prompts.
SETUP Screen (Main Setup)
Commands
The system accepts these commands on
SETUP screen (Main Setup). (For
SETUP screen (Other), simply say
what is written on the screen, and follow
the voice prompts)
Cellular Phonebook
Brightness up
Voice command help (the system
reads and lists all of the
Brightness down
Brightness minimum/min.
Brightness maximum/max.
Contrast up
commands, starting with
Navigation General Commands)
Trip computer
Map legend
Calendar
Key to Zagat ratings
Calculator
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.
Volume off
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NOTE:
On-Screen Spelling Assist
On-Screen Commands
• The system will only respond to the
names shown in the following tables.
• To select the letter “A,” you can also;
select the “A” by using the Interface
Dial.
When speaking the letters or using
“spell mode,” you can substitute the
name that represents each letter or
symbol. This improves recognition. For
example:
The system accepts these commands on
any screen. There are over 100 on-
screen commands. Just say what is
written on the screen (this excludes
listed items).
• To select the number “1,” say “One”
or “Number One,” or select the “1”
by using the Interface Dial.
Next (or “Down”)
Previous (or “Up”)
Return
• To select the letter “A”:
Say “A,” “Alpha,” or “Apple.”
• To select the symbol “- (hyphen),”
say “Hyphen” or “Symbol Hyphen,”
or select the “-” by using the
• To select the letter “M”:
OK (except at Disclaimer screen)
Say “M,” “Mary,” or “Mike.”
Delete
Done
etc.
Interface Dial.
The system will respond to the names
shown in the following tables.
• When selecting letters using the voice
control system, a confirmation box
may pop up to confirm the letter.
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Voice Command Index
Letters Assist Definitions:
Say
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Or say “...”
Alpha/Apple
Say
H
I
J
K
L
Or say “...”
Hotel/Henry
Say
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
Or say “...”
Oscar
Say
V
W
X
Y
Z
Or say “...”
Victor
Bravo/Boy
Charlie
India/Igloo
Juliet/John
Papa/Paul
Whiskey/William
X-Ray
Quebec/Queen
Romeo/Robert
Sierra/Sam
Delta/Dog
Kilo/King
Yankee/Yellow
Zulu/Zebra
Enter
Echo/Edward
Foxtrot/Frank
Golf/George
Lima/Larry
Mike/Mary
November/Nancy
M
N
Tango/Tom
Uniform/Uncle
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Symbol Assist Definitions:
Symbols Say “...” or “Symbol ...” Symbols Say “...” or “Symbol ...” Symbols Say “...” or “Symbol ...”
À
Â
Ä
Ç
È
É
Ê
Ë
ì
A grave
î
ï
I circumflex
I umlaut
_
`
,
.
?
:
Underscore
Back quote
Comma
Dot
A circumflex
A umlaut
C cedilla
E grave
Ô
Ù
Û
Ü
@
^
O circumflex
U grave
U circumflex
U umlaut
At sign
Question Mark
Colon
E acute
E circumflex
E umlaut
I grave
;
+
Semi colon
Plus
Caret
*
Asterisk
Enter
NOTE:
The term “grave” (used for symbols À, È, Ì, and Ù) is pronounced like “save.”
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Voice Command Index
Numbers and Additional Symbol Assist Definitions:
Numbers Say “...” or “Number ...” Symbols Say “...” or “Symbol ...” Symbols Say “...” or “Symbol ...”
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
One
-
!
Hyphen
~
/
Tilde
Slash
Two
Three
Four
Five
Six
Seven
Eight
Nine
Zero
Exclamation point
Double quote
Pound
Dollar
Percent
Ampersand
Apostrophe
Open parenthesis
Close parenthesis
”
#
$
%
&
’
<
>
{
Less than
Greater than
Open brace
Close brace
Enter
}
(
)
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Index
By Map Input................................. 40
By Places....................................... 28
By Previous Destinations................ 39
By Today’s Destinations................. 42
Convert (Unit)................................ 75
Correct Vehicle Position................. 96
Coverage Areas............................ 110
Current Location ...................... 20, 62
Current Position ....................... 40, 80
Current Street................................... 6
Customer Assistance .................... 107
A
Accessing the Address Book List .....79
ADD TO Today’s
Destinations...........................43, 45
Adding Destinations to the List ........43
Address..............................22, 23, 80
Address Book .....................22, 27, 78
Address Book PIN ..........................82
Advanced .......................................31
Auto Daylight.................................94
Auto Service...................................29
Auto Time Zone..............................94
Auto Volume for Speed...................84
Avoid Street ...................................66
C
Calculator...................................... 74
Calendar.................................. 17, 71
CALL...................................... 18, 45
CANCEL button ............................ 10
Cancel Route ................................. 64
Category............................ 28, 29, 81
CD Voice Commands................... 137
Cellular Phonebook........................ 69
Change Method........................ 46, 64
Change State............................ 23, 35
Changing the DVD....................... 109
Changing the Route........................ 64
Changing the Routing Method ........ 46
Changing Your Destination............. 67
City................................... 23, 35, 41
City Vicinity.................................. 33
Climate Control Commands.......... 135
Clock Adjustment .......................... 93
Color............................................. 97
Community.................................... 29
Continental USA............................ 42
Contrast......................................... 76
D
Database Limitations.................... 105
Daylight Savings Time (DST)
Selection..................................... 95
Delete Previous Destinations........... 83
Delete Waypoints........................... 66
Destination ........................ 22, 45, 67
Destination Icon............................. 57
Destination Map............................. 48
Detour........................................... 66
Direct Route .................................. 46
Direction List................................. 52
Display mode button ...................... 11
Driving to Your Destination............ 45
B
Back to Route .................................66
Banking..........................................29
Basic Settings .................................84
Black Level ....................................76
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ..........18
Breadcrumbs.............................19, 61
Brightness ......................................76
By Address.....................................23
By Address Book............................27
By Go Home...................................44
By Intersection................................34
E
Easy Route .................................... 46
Edit Avoid Area............................. 90
Edit Waypoint Search Area............. 92
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Index
Edit/Delete Address ........................81
Editing Today’s Destination List......43
Emergency .....................................29
Entering a Destination .....................22
Entering Address Book....................79
Entering Schedule ...........................72
Entering Security Code..................101
Entering the Street Number..............27
Entering Your Schedule...................72
Error Message...............................128
Exit Info.........................................53
H
M
Home Address ............................... 82
Honda Automobile Customer
Service ..................................... 107
Hotel/Motel (Lodging) ................... 29
Map Color ..................................... 97
Map Coverage.............................. 110
Map Input................................ 22, 40
Map Legend....................... 19, 49, 71
Map Matching.............................. 102
Map Orientation............................. 56
Map Scale...................................... 55
Map Screen.............................. 19, 49
MAP/GUIDE button................. 10, 50
Maximize Freeways ....................... 46
MENU button ................................ 10
Menu Color ................................... 98
Message ........................................ 72
Microphone ................................... 13
Minimize Freeways........................ 46
Minimize Tool Roads ..................... 46
I
Icon Bar ........................................ 59
INFO button ............................ 10, 69
Information Screen......................... 69
Information Screen Voice
Commands................................ 138
Interface Dial................................. 11
Interface Dial Feedback.................. 77
Interface Dial knob......................... 11
Intersection.............................. 22, 34
F
Find Place Commands...................134
Frequently Asked Questions ..........121
G
Getting Started................................10
Global Commands ........................132
Glossary.......................................129
Go Home..................................22, 44
Go Home PIN.................................83
Going Off the Route........................61
GPS Initialization..........................102
Guidance Mode...............................93
Guidance Prompts.....................52, 77
Guidance Screen .............................50
K
N
Key to Zagat Ratings...................... 73
Name ...................................... 28, 33
NAVI BACK button....................... 13
NAVI TALK button ....................... 13
Navigation Display Commands..... 133
Navigation General Commands..... 132
L
Landmark Icons ............................. 57
Leisure .......................................... 29
Lodging (Hotel/Motel) ................... 29
Lower Display ............................... 12
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O
S
T
Off-road Tracking .....................61, 95
On-Screen Commands...................139
On-Screen Spelling Assist .............139
Save Current Location.................... 62
Schedule........................................ 72
Screen ........................................... 12
Search Waypoint............................ 65
Security Code .............................. 101
Selecting the City..................... 23, 35
Selecting the State.................... 23, 35
Selecting the Street................... 25, 37
SETUP button................................ 10
SETUP Screen (Main Setup)
Commands................................ 138
Shopping ....................................... 31
Show Icon on Map ......................... 57
Sort by Distance to Travel .............. 32
Split Screen Guidance .................... 54
State.................................. 23, 35, 41
Street....................................... 25, 37
Switching Display Mode ................ 98
System Controls............................. 10
System Function Diagram............... 21
System Information...................... 100
System Initialization..................... 101
System Limitations....................... 103
System Set-up................................ 76
System Start-up.............................. 17
Temperature Voice Commands ..... 136
Time Adjustment ........................... 95
Today’s Destination List................. 43
Today’s Destinations................ 22, 42
Travel............................................ 31
Trip Computer ............................... 70
Troubleshooting........................... 128
P
PC Card........................................109
Personal Information.......................78
Phone Number..........................28, 33
PIN Number ...................................82
Place Name ..............................31, 33
Place Name by Keyword .................32
Places.................................22, 28, 80
Previous Destinations..........22, 39, 80
U
Unit Conversion............................. 75
Units (mile or km).......................... 84
Unverified Area Routing................. 86
Unverified streets ............................. 7
Update DVD................................ 108
Using the Voice Control System...... 14
R
Radio Voice Commands................136
Read List..................................30, 70
Rear View Camera........................100
Recalculation............................61, 85
Reporting Errors ...........................107
Rerouting .......................................85
Restaurant ......................................30
Route ...........................45, 48, 61, 64
Routing & Guidance........................85
Routing Method..............................46
V
Vehicle.......................................... 95
Verified streets................................. 7
View Routes .................................. 46
Visiting Your Dealer .................... 108
Voice Command Help .................... 69
Voice Command Index................. 132
Voice Control Basics...................... 13
Voice Recognition Feedback........... 84
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Index
Voice Recognition, Improving .........14
Volume ..........................................77
W
Waypoints ......................................92
Z
Zagat 2007 ...............................30, 34
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destination restrictions issued by U.S. and
other governments.
Component(s) shall be the licensor of the
Supplemental Component(s).
ALPINE ELECTRONICS,INC.,, MS,
Microsoft Corporation and their affiliates
reserve the right to discontinue any Internet-
based services provided to you or made
available to you through the use of the
SOFTWARE.
For additional information on exporting the
SOFTWARE, see http://
www.microsoft.com/exporting/.
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