phone HONDA ACCORD 2008 8.G Navigation Manual

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Frequently Asked Questions
Map, and Features, Voice Oper ation, Entering Addresses
Problem Solution
Why does the Disclaimer screen need to be displayed every
time I start the car? I am the only driver. The
Disclaimer screen reminds you and your guest drivers to always
operate the navigation sy stem 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 page21.
I tried entering an address, but th e city or street could not be
found. Is there any other way to route to the location? Some cities are lumped in with a major metro area Try entering the street
first. In rural “unverified” areas
or new subdivisions, streets may be
missing, or only partiall y 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
this normal? Yes, as you enter each letter in an addr
ess or a point of interest (POI), the
system looks in the databa se to see what letters are possible and “grays out”
letters that do not apply.
How do I delete Personal Address, Previous Destinations, or
the Home Address? This is done in SETUP, under “P
ersonal Information.” See page
78.
I cannot hear the navigation sy stem 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 ha ving difficulty recognizing my
Voice commands. Ensure the vents are not
blowing on the microphone on the ceiling, the
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
command, or reads the destinat ion address it sounds strange.
What causes this? The basic guidance phrase uses a studio
-recorded voice, but the street name
is pronounced by the system us ing a machine-generated voice.
Consequently, the name may be misp ronounced or sound strange at times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When I drive at night, the screen is bright and will not switch
to the night display mode. Why? Verify the following: The
night-time dash brightness control is not set to
maximum, and Map Color in SETUP is set to Black for Night. See
Switching Display Mode Manually on page98.
The daytime map screen is dark like the night display mode,
and it is hard to see. Why? Verify the following: The
Map Color in SETUP is set to White for Day.
See Switching Display Mode Manually on page98.
Once I press the Display mode button , the navi
screen no longer automaticall y switches between day and
night display modes. Why is this? This is normal. Once you press the
Display mode button , you are
manually controlling the display mode. Your manual display mode setting is
canceled the next time the vehicle is started.
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 a ddress 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 page49.
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 page82.
I forget the PIN for Home, or the PIN for personal addresses
(User 1 or User 2). How do I reset it? PINs are optional. See information re
garding PINs on page82. Your dealer
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.
Problem Solution
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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 progr am displays. Why is this? The navigation system attempts to
generate the optimum route. See
Changing the Routing Method on page46.
Why is the street I’m on not s hown on the map? It has been
here for more than a year. The mapping database is
constantly undergoing revision. See page120 for
ways to obtain the latest de tailed 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 re ception, remove items from the rear
shelf, such as radar detectors, cell phones, or loose articles.
 Metallic tinting or other after-marke t devices can interfere with the GPS
reception. Please see your dealer. Also see System Limitations on
page103.
I entered a destination, but th e 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
page86.
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 page56.
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 page55.
While driving to my destinati on, 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 spee d to give you a better estimate of
arrival time.
The vehicle position icon on the map “lags” a short distance
behind especially when I arrive at an intersection. Is there
anything wrong? No, when at an intersection, the syst
em is unaware of the width of the
intersecting road. Large differences is vehicle position can indicate a
temporary loss of the GPS signal. See GPS Reception Issues on page103.
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Troubleshooting
* If the error persists, or is shown for a wide area, see your dealer.
Screen Error Message Solution
Navigation system is unabl e to acquire a proper GPS
signal. Make sure there is nothing on the rear
shelf blocking the GPS antenna (after-
market metallic window tinti ng 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 ope n or No DVD disc is
inserted. Please check system. Make sure that the navigati
on DVD disc is inserted with the label side up and the
navigation unit door is fully snapped closed (see page109).
No DVD disc. Please check syst em. Check that the navigation DVD disc is inserted with the label side up (page109). If
the problem persists, see your dealer.
DVD disc reading error (unf ormatted). Please consult
your dealer. Check the DVD disc surface for deep scra
tches or other damage. Make sure you are
using a Navigation DVD (white colored la bel). The system cannot read other
mapping databases or video DVDs. If the problem persists, see your dealer.
Display temp is too high. Sy stem will shut down until
display cools down. This message will appear briefly when the
display temperature is too high, and then
the display will turn off until the temper ature cools down. The system will turn
back on when the display cools down.
Outside temperature is low. System will take awhile to
start up. The temperature is below -22°F and the
navigation ECU has difficulty reading the
DVD. The system will start up when the temperature warms up.
Route has not been completed. Please try again from a
different location. This message will appear when you are routi
ng to or from a place (new area) that is
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 databa se. The destination was not found in the data base. Try another destination nearby, or
select the destination with the Interface Dial.*
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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 the SETUP screen
( Other ).
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, and southern Canada are
mapped to this level. See page110
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 customer 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
page108.
Elapsed Time - Elapsed Time for the
current trip as displayed by the Trip
computer screen. FAQ -
Frequently Asked Questions. See
page121 for a list of the customer
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 on the right
side 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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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 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. 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
page56.
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 customer to protect personal
information. POI -
Point Of Interest. These are the
businesses, schools etc. found under
the Places option on the MENU
screen ( Enter destination by ). See
page49.
Polygon - Colored areas on the map
screen denoting parks, schools etc.
See Map Screen “features” for a list
of the assigned colors. See page49.
Reminder - Automatic “pop-up”
Calendar message. See Calendar on
page71.
Security Code - Code needed to
activate the navigation system or
audio system. See Entering the
Security Code on page101.
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.
Vehicle Speed Sensor - Provides speed
signal to the navigation system for
moving the VP icon on the map.
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Glossary
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 page65. 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 page73 for an explanation of the
ratings.
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Voice Command Index
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.
Cellular Phonebook
Voice command help (the system
reads and lists all of the
commands, starting with
Navigation General Commands)
Trip computer
Map legend
Calendar
Key to Zagat ratings
Calculator
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)
Brightness up
Brightness down
Brightness minimum/min.
Brightness maximum/max.
Contrast up
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 Interface dial feedback off
Interface dial feedback auto
Interface dial feedback on
Guidance prompts minimum/min.
Guidance prompts normal
Guidance prompts maximum/max.
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Index
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
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
By Map Input................................. 40
By Places....................................... 28
By Previous Destinations................39
By Today’s Destinations................. 42
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
Convert (Unit)................................75
Correct Vehicle Position................. 96
Coverage Areas............................ 110
Current Location...................... 20, 62
Current Position....................... 40, 80
Current Street................................... 6
Customer Assistance.................... 107
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
E
Easy Route
.................................... 46
Edit Avoid Area.............................90
Edit Waypoint Search Area.............92
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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
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
H
Home Address
...............................82
Honda Automobile Customer Service
.....................................107
Hotel/Motel (Lodging)...................29
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
K
Key to Zagat Ratings
......................73
L
Landmark Icons
.............................57
Leisure..........................................29
Lodging (Hotel/Motel)...................29
Lower Display...............................12
M
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
N
Name
......................................28, 33
NAVI BACK button.......................13
NAVI TALK button.......................13
Navigation Display Commands.....133
Navigation General Commands.....132
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