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Glossary
Glossary
The following is a glossary of terms
pertaining to the voice recognition
navigation system.
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.
Breadcrumbs - Off road tracking dots
that can be followe d on the map to
retrace your route back to a mapped
(digitized) road. This function can be
turned on/off in Setup screen
(second).
Database - This consists of the map
data, and the POI (Points Of Interest)
data stored on the DVD.
DCA - Detailed Coverage Area. The
main metropolitan areas in the lower
48 states, Hawaii, and southern
Canada are mapped to this level. See
page120 for a list of these areas. 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.
Disclaimer Screen - Screen containing
cautionary information. It is meant to
be read carefully and acknowledged
by the client when using the
navigation system.
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
page118.
Elapsed Time - Elapsed Time for the
current trip as displayed by the Trip
computer screen. FAQ -
Frequently Asked Questions. See
page132 for a list of the client FAQs,
and troubleshooting information.
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.
GPS Antenna - Located in the center of
the rear shelf. Electronic items
operating in this general location can
interfere with the GPS signal.
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.
Icon - Symbol representing Points of
Interest (POI) that can be displayed
on the map.
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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 ve hicle out in an
open area.
Instant Fuel - The current
instantaneous fuel economy value as
displayed by the Trip computer
screen.
LCD - Liquid Crystal Display. The
navigation screen.
Map Matching - The received GPS
information allows the navigation
system to position the vehicle on the
map. Map matching has occurred if
the map screen is displaying the
current street name in the bottom-
shaded area.
Mic - Abbreviation for the microphone
used for receiving voice commands.
It is located near the map light in the
ceiling.
Multi-Information Display (MID) -
Located in the gauge assembly. See
the Owner’s manual for additional
information. MW -
Maneuver Window. While on-
route to a destination, this window
displays information about the next
maneuver.
Navi - Abbreviation for the navigation
system.
North Pointer - The map symbol
showing the map orientation. See
page61.
Off Route - This occurs when the user
leaves mapped roads. Off road
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.”
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.
PIN - Personal Identification Number.
A random 4-digit number created by
the client to protect personal
information. POI -
Point Of Interest. These are the
businesses, schools etc. found under
the Places option on the Enter
destination by screen. See page54.
Polygon - Colored areas on the map
screen denoting parks, schools etc.
See Map Screen “features” for a list
of the assigned colors. See page54.
Reminder - Automatic “pop-up”
Calendar message. See Calendar on
page78.
Remote Keyless Entry - Allows you to
lock/unlock the doors, unlock the
trunk, and link/unlink Driver 1/Driver
2 settings.
Security Code - Code needed to
activate the navigation system or
audio system. See Entering the
Security Code on page110.
Unverified Streets - These streets have
not been verified for turn restrictions,
one-way, etc. They are shown in light
brown on the map. Unverified streets
may be missing from the map, shown
in the wrong location, or have an
incorrect name or address range.
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Vehicle Speed Sensor - Provides speed
signal to the navigation system for
moving the VP icon on the map.
Verified Streets - These streets consist
of the detailed metropolitan coverage
areas, and all other inter-town
connection roads. These roads are
shown in black on the map.
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 page71. Yaw Rate Sensor -
Senses when the
vehicle makes a turn, which makes
the VP change direction on the map
as you turn.
Zagat Ratings - Restaurant ratings
information prov ided by Zagat
Survey. See the Information screen
on page80 for an explanation of the
ratings.
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Global Commands
The system accepts these commands on
any screen.Help (reads list of the commands for
the displayed screen)
Setup (displays Setup screen (first))
Display map (displays the map
screen)
Display menu (displays the Enter
destination by screen)
Display audio screen
Information (displays the
Information screen)
Trip Computer
Back (to previous screen, same as
CANCEL or NAVI BACK button)
Cancel (cancels current activity)
What time is it? 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.
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.
Navigation General
Commands
The system accepts these commands on
a map/guidance screen.
Display menu (if on route, displays
the Change route by screen)
Display navigation (if on route,
displays the Change route by
screen)
Display map
Display map guide (when on route,
shows the next maneuver)
Display setup (or just Setup)
Display information (or just
Information )
Display audio screen
Display climate control screen
Trip computer
Cancel
Backward (or just Back)
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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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)
Display traffic incidents (or Display
traffic list )
* These commands ar e not available if
you scroll the map while on route to
a destination.Navigation Display
Commands
The system accepts these commands on
a map/guidance screen.
Display current location
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
5 mile (8 km) scale
15 mile (24 km) scale
50 mile (80 km) scale
150 mile (240 km) scale
350 mile (560 km) scale
Max zoom in
Max zoom out
Go home
Messages Display:
(display the selected icon on
the screen)
ATM
gas station
restaurant
post office
grocery store
lodging (hotel, motel)
parking garage
parking lot
school
hospital
freeway exit information
Traffic (displays both traffic icons
and speed flow. See page22)
Traffic speeds (displays the traffic
flow bands alongside the road.
See page22)
Traffic icons (shows traffic icons.
See page22)
Traffic incidents (displays a list of
traffic incidents. See page24)
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Hide: (hide the selected icon from the
screen)
ATM
gas station
restaurant
post office
grocery store
lodging (hotel, motel)
parking garage
parking lot
school
hospital
freeway exit information
Traffic (hides both traffic icons
and speed flow. See page22)
Traffic speeds (hides the traffic
flow bands alongside the road.
See page22)
Traffic icons (hides the traffic
icons. See page22)Find Place Commands
The system accepts these commands on
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
hotel
tourist attraction
shopping (all shopping types)
parking garage
parking lot
other car dealers
auto parts & electronics
auto repair & maintenance
car wash & detailing
motorcycle dealers
roadside assistance
check cashing currency exchange
veterinarian
business
civic center
convention center
library
school
city hall
court house
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
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office supply store
pharmacy
pet food store
sewing store
shoe store
sporting goods store
toy store
airport
automobile club
bus station
camping
commuter rail station
ferry terminal
named place
park & ride
rental car agency
resort
rest area
ski area
tourist information
train station
travel agency
truck stop
restaurant (all restaurant types)
American restaurant
Californian restaurant Chinese restaurant
continental restaurant
fast food
French restaurant
German restaurant
Greek restaurant
Indian restaurant
Italian restaurant
Japanese restaurant
Korean restaurant
Mexican restaurant
seafood restaurant
Thai restaurant
vegetarian restaurant
Vietnamese restaurant
Zagat restaurant
other restaurantClimate Control Commands
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
Climate control full automatic (controls temperature to 72
degrees F)
Climate control automatic (controls
temperature to your selection)
Climate control off
Air conditioner on
Air conditioner off
Air conditioner*
Climate control defrost on
Climate control defrost off
Climate control defrost*
Rear defrost on
Rear defrost off
Rear defrost*
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
Fan speed up
Fan speed down
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Fan speed # (#:1-7) (for best voice
control, keep fan speed at 1 or 2)
* Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On
and Off.Temperature Voice
Commands
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
Temperature # degrees (#: 57 to 87
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
Temperature dual mode*
Driver temperature # degrees
(#: 57 to 87 degrees F)
Passenger temperature # degrees (#:
57 to 87 degrees F)
Driver vent temperature adjustment
Passenger vent temperature adjustment Vent temperature up
Vent temperature down
Vent temperature max
Vent temperature minimum
Vent temperature normal
* Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On
and Off.
NOTE:
The commands for vent temperature
settings are available in the climate
control screen.
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Radio Voice Commands
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
Audio on
Audio off
Audio*
Radio on (or Radio play )
Radio off
Radio*
Radio select FM1
Radio select FM2
Radio select AM
Radio # FM (#: frequency. Example
Radio 95.5 FM )
Radio # AM (#: frequency. Example
Radio 1020 AM )
Radio seek up
Radio seek down
Radio next station (same as Radio
seek )
Radio preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio FM preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio FM1 preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio FM2 preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio AM preset # (#: 1-6)
Radio auto select*
Radio scan* Radio select XM1
Radio select XM2
XM channel #
(#: 1-255)
XM channel up
XM channel down
XM category up
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
* Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On
and Off.
CD Voice Commands (for 6
Disc Changer)
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
CD play
CD play disc # (#: 1-6)
CD play track # (#: 1-30)
CD play disc #1 track #2 (#1: 1-6, #2:
1-30)
CD skip forward
CD skip back
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”)
CD track list
CD folder random*
CD folder repeat*
CD folder scan*
CD folder list
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* Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On
and Off.DVD Voice Commands (for 6
Disc Changer)
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
DVD play
DVD play disc # (#: 1-6)
DVD play track # (#: 1-30)
DVD play disc #1 track #2 (#1: 1-6,
#2: 1-30)
DVD skip forward
DVD skip back
DVD play next disc
DVD play previous disc
DVD track random*
DVD track repeat*
DVD disc repeat*
DVD track scan*
DVD disc scan*
DVD normal play (resumes “Play”
from these commands: “DVD
track random,” “DVD track
repeat,” and “DVD track scan”
DVD track list
* Repeating these commands switches (toggles) the function between On
and Off.
MP3/WMA Voice Commands
(for 6 Disc Changer)
The system accepts these commands on
most screens.
MP3 play
MP3 play disc # (#: 1-6)
MP3 play track # (#: 1-30)
MP3 play disc #1 track #2 (#1: 1-6,
#2: 1-30)
MP3 skip forward
MP3 skip back
MP3 play next disc
MP3 play previous disc
MP3 track random*
MP3 track repeat*
MP3 disc repeat*
MP3 track scan*
MP3 disc scan*
MP3 normal play (resumes “Play”
from these commands: “MP3 track
random,” “MP3 track repeat,”
“MP3 track scan,” “MP3 folder
random,” and “MP3 folder repeat”)
MP3 track list
MP3 folder random*
MP3 folder repeat*
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