MAZDA MODEL RX 8 2008 Owners Manual (in English)

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Before Use
Ifnecessary
Rear View
Monitor
Operation is subject to the following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Caution
Caution
The presence of this Caution symbol in the text is intended to
alert you to the importance of heeding the operation
instructions. Failure to heed the instructions may result in injury
or material damage.
nDo not use the product where it is exposed to water, moisture, or dust. Exposure to water, moisture, or dust may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit.
Make especially sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days.
n
Keep the voice guidance volume at an appropriate level. Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions while driving.
n
Protect the Deck Mechanism.Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit.
n
This navigation system is designed exclusively for use in automobiles.This navigation system should only be installed in an automobile. Do not install it in a
ship, aircraft, or any other vehicles except an automobile. Do not use it detached from the
vehicle.
n
Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be caught in the unit. To prevent injury, do not get your hand or fingers caught in moving parts or in the disc
slot. Especially watch out for infants.
Cautions
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Introduction
nExtremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operationThe inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended
periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the engine turned off. The navigation system
may not operate normally under such circumstances. Turn off the navigation system until
the inside of the vehicle has cooled down or warmed up. If the system does not operate
thereafter, consult an Authorized Dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
This navigation system utilizes GPS* satellite signals, a speed sensor and gyrosensor to track
and display your vehicle’s current position, and to guide you from your starting point to your
destination along a calculated route.
* : GPS (Global Positioning System) is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites deployed by the U.S. Defense Department.
Screens displayed in this manual may differ from those on the actual display.
Direct sunlight or other outside light sources makes it difficult to view the images on the
display. For moonroof-equipped vehicles, close the sunshade to better view the display.
Use This Product Safety
Navigation System
Screens
LCD (Liquid crystal display)
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Before Use
Ifnecessary
Rear View
Monitor
MEMO
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Names and Functions
Z
C
(
RET key
Returns to the previous screen.
VO I CE k ey
l
Initiates vocal guidance for route
maneuvers.
l Adjusts screen quality.
( page 28)
P
D
E
ll
M
D
(
ZOOM
RET
VOICE
POS
ENTER
MENU
Joystick
lSelects items
by tilting it up, down, right, and left.
l Scrolls map. ENTER
D
S
oDIM
Mazda 3
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Before Use
Ifnecessary
Rear View
Monitor
Switching the Display Mode
ZOOM key
Changes the map scale.
( page 29)
POS (Position) key
Displays your current position.
ENTER key
lExecutes a selected item.
l Displays pop up menu.
MENU key
Displays menu.
( page 16)
ZOOM
POS
ENTER
MENU
DIM key
Switches the display to day mode
or night mode.
( page 28)DIM
When the headlight switch is in the or position, the
display switches to night mode.
Press the DIM key to switch to day mode.
To return to night mode, press the DIM key again.
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Names and Functions
MENU key
Displays menu.
( page 16)MENU
VO IC E key
l
Initiates vocal guidance for route
maneuvers.
l Adjusts screen quality.
( page 28)VOICE
Mazda RX-8
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Before Use
Ifnecessary
Rear View
Monitor
ZOOM key
Changes the map scale.
( page 29)
RET key
Returns to the previous screen.
POS (Position) key
Displays your current position.
ZOOM
RET
POS
Joystick
lSelects items
by tilting it up, down, right, and left.
l Scrolls map. ENTER
nce for route
ty.
ENTER key
l Executes a selected item.
l Displays pop up menu.ENTER
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RoutingAddress
Book
Getting started
Activation
Insert the map disc into the unit to start the Mobile Navigation System.
Note
l
The map disc cannot be inserted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
l Remember that the battery can run down if the ignition switch is kept in the ON or ACC
position for a long time while the engine not running.
nMap Disc
l Refer to “Handling and Care of Map Discs” to know how to handle a map
disc ( page 58).
1
Turn the ignition switch
to the ON position and
press to open
the display.Note
lThis display angle can be adjusted by pressing .
When the is
pressed, the display
angle changes in
stages.
l Press to close the display.
2
Insert the map disc
with the printed side
facing up.Note
lThe main unit is located in the glove box
compartment. (Mazda 3)
l
The main unit is located in the Center Console (Rear).(Mazda RX-8)
l Condensation may form on the optical lens or the
map disc inside the unit when the temperature in
the vehicle increases in a short time such as when
heating the car on a cold day. This condensation
may cause malfunctions. If so, unload the map disc
and do not operate the unit for approximately 1
hour. Wipe the condensation off the map disc with a
soft cloth.
If the unit does not operate correctly after 1 hour,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Cautions
OPENTILT
TILT
OPEN
(CAUTION) screen
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Getting started
lThe Current Position screen appears.
Note
lYou can select the language by select and press . You can also change the
selected language using Language Selection. ( page 22)
l The CAUTION screen remains on the display unless you select and press .
When the ignition switch is in the ACC position and press (EJECT).
Select the buttons by using Joystick and press .
Colors for unavailable buttons will be pale.
3
Read CAUTION
carefully, and select
and press
.
Removing the Map Disc
Buttons on the screen
ENTER
Most functions are inhibited while the
vehicle is in motion.
Please read the handbook for operation
instructions.
Always obey traffic regulations.
Caution
ENTER
ENTER
Do not get your hand or fingers caught in
moving parts or in the disc slot. This can
cause injuries. Children are inquisitive, try
to install or remove the map disc without
infants looking on.
Caution
EJECT
ENTER
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RoutingAddress
Book
Getting started
Menu
Menu appears when pressing . MENU
Destination Entry and Route Search ( page 30)
Address Book ( page 46)
Cancel Guidance ( page 41)
Route Options ( page 42)
Volume ( page 50)
Set Clock ( page 17)
Navigation Set Up ( page 18)
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