navigation system MAZDA MODEL 6 2008 Navigation Manual (in English)

Before Use
Getting
started
Routing
Address
Book
Volume
Adjustment
Vo i c e
Recognition
If
necessary
PreparationNAVIGATION
SYSTEMSee page for specific information.
See page for specific information.
See page for specific information.
Immediate use
Advanced use
See page for specific information.If necessary
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Contents
Preparation
nBefore Use
Accessories ........................................................................................ 2
Laser products: .................................................................................. 2
Contents ............................................................................................. 4
Safety Information .............................................................................. 6
Introduction ........................................................................................ 8
(Use This Product Safety), (Navigation System), (Screens),
(LCD (Liquid crystal display))
Names and Functions ...................................................................... 10
Immediate use
nGetting startedlActivation....................................................................................... 12(Removing the Map Disc), (Buttons on the screen)
lMenu ............................................................................................. 14lSet Clock ....................................................................................... 15lNavigation Set Up ......................................................................... 16(User Setting), (Quick POI Selection), (Language), (Map Configuration),
(Calibration), (Restore System Defaults)
l
Screen Names and Functions....................................................... 25(Screens Before Setting Route), (Screens During Route Guidance),
(Screen adjustments and settings)
l
Screen change .............................................................................. 27(Changing the Map Orientation/Scale)
nRoutinglDestination Entry and Route Search............................................. 28(Change (Change Search Area)), (Address), (Point of interest),
(Emergency), (Memory Point), (Home), (Preset Destination),
(Previous Destination), (Intersection), (Freeway On/Off Ramp),
(Coordinates), (Select from map)
l
Quick POI ...................................................................................... 36(Displaying POI(s) on a Map), (Local Search), (Deleting POI Markers),
(Showing POI Data)
l
Character Entry ............................................................................. 37(To enter the street name, city name, and other.),
(To enter the house phone number, and other.)
l
Direct Destination Input................................................................. 38(Direct Destination Input), (Selecting Route)
lPOI Icons on Maps / Delete Destination ....................................... 39(POI (Point of Interest) Icons), (Delete destination)
lRoute Options ............................................................................... 40(Route Preferences), (Modification of Destination or Way Point Positions),
(Deletion of Destination or Way Points), (Detour), (Turn List),
(Display Preview), (Route Preview)
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Before Use
Navigation
Set Up
RDM-TMCIf
necessary
Rear View
Monitor
Safety Infor mation
nRead this owner’s manual for your Navigation System carefully before using the system.
It contains instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions
given in this manual.
nThis manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the product safely and to alert you to potential
dangers resulting from improper connections and operation. The meanings of the pictographs are
explained below. It is important that you fully understand the pictographs and explanations in order to
use this manual and the system properly.
WarningWarning
The presence of this Warning 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
severe injury or death.
nDo not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system
while driving.
Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time
spent on viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving.
Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can
cause accidents. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake
before operating the system.
n
Always obey local traffic regulations. Your guided route may include roads that are not open to vehicles or are closed due to
traffic regulations. Comply with the local traffic regulations and take another route.
n
Do not use the unit when it is out of order.If the unit is out of order (no image, no sound) or in an abnormal state (has foreign matter
in it, is exposed to water, is smoking, or smells), then turn it off immediately and consult
with an Expert dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Using the unit in an
out-of-order condition may lead to accidents, fires, or electric shocks.
n
Use the proper power supply. This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded 12 V DC battery system.
n
Do not disassemble. Do not disassemble the product or attempt to repair it yourself. If the product needs to be
repaired, take it to an Expert dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Warnings
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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.
CautionCaution
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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RoutingAddress
Book
Getting started
Activation
Insert the map disc into the unit to start the Mobile Navigation System.
Note
lThe map disc cannot be inserted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
lRemember 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
lRefer 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.
lPress to close the display.
2
Insert the map disc
with the printed side
facing up.Note
lThe main unit is located under the front passenger
seat.
lCondensation 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
OPEN/CLOSETILT
TILT
OPEN/CLOSE
(CAUTION) screen
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RoutingAddress
Book
Getting started
Navigation Set Up
lYou can alter the map display conditions, the route guidance conditions and show the
system information.
nStop your vehicle before the following operations. Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time
spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving.
Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may
cause an accident.
Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and put the parking brake on before operating
the system.
Before Steps select
Warning
MENUENTERENTER
Open
[NAVIGATION SETUP] ( page 17)
( page 19)
( page 20)
( page 21)
( page 22)
( page 24)
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RoutingAddress
Book
Getting started
Navigation Set Up
This function replaces all the settings in the mobile navigation system with the initial default
settings.
[Default List]
Before Steps
select
select
ItemInitial condition
Menu names
Map Orientation North up
Map display mode Single-screen display
Map Display scale/Map scale for Dual-screen is not object of backup.Single-screen: 10,000 map (1/16 mi)Display guidance language English
Quick-POI map display All Off
Quick-POI Selection A : Gas station
B : ATM
C : Police Station
D : Grocery store
E : All Restaurant
F : Hotel
Search Area US9 (including Washington DC)
Map Color 1
Day/Night/Auto Setting Auto
Distance Units (Miles/KM) (Global setting) Miles
Volume Presets 4
Time display change (12h/24h)24h
Keyboard layout ABC
Arrival Time Time
Navigation Setup (Clock) Off
Navigation Setup (Beep) On
Map Configuration
Freeway Information Off
Guidance Screen ON
Map screen Single
Turn Guidance Screen Turn List
Restore System Defaults
MENUENTERENTER
ENTERENTER
Open the [SYSTEM DEFAULTS] screen
Select .
If you execute Restore System Defaults, all of your stored setting data will be deleted.
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Getting started
Screen Names and Functions
Screens Before Setting Route
(1) Map Orientation control
( page 27)
(2) GPS (Global Positioning System) marker( page 52)(3) ClockClock will be displayed when you set up
Clock on Navigation Set Up On.
(4) Vehicle marker
Shows the current position and
direction of your vehicle.
(5) Scale display
Displays the scale of the map.
(6) Distance from current position
Displays the distance from the current
position to the position pointed by .(7) Set Destination button
The destination, memory point or way point
will be set at the position pointed by in the
scroll screen.
(8) Store Memory Point button
Stores markers on the map.
(9) POI (Point of Interest) Display button
( page 36)
Screens During Route Guidance
(1) Distance and Time to Destination displayDisplays the time* and distance to the
destination or way point.
Selecting this will display the next and
further information on the way point or
time and distance to the destination.
(* Either required time or estimated time
arrival)
(2) Route display
Shows the provided route as a thick
blue line.(3) Turn Arrow displayShows the direction to turn at the next
junction and the distance to the junction.
(4) Route Preferences button( page 40)(5) Current Road Name
Shows the name of the road you are
currently driving on.
RET
ENTERENTER
(6)
(7) (9)
(4) (3)
(1)(2)
(8)
RET
(5)
Current position screen
Returns after a
few seconds.
ENTER
(4) (3)
(1)
(2)
Returns after a
few seconds.RET
(5)
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Before
UseGetting
started
Routing
lFor Character Entry, please refer to page 37.
lDo not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving.Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent
viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving. Operating the system
will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident. Always stop
the vehicle in a safe location before operating the system.
lRoute searches with the navigation system can include roads that you cannot drive on and roads that you
are prohibited from driving on due to traffic regulations. Please comply with the traffic regulations.
Warnings
Select
Select the desired Search Area : ID, OR, WA, : AR, AL, LA, MS, TN
: CA, NV : CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT
: AZ, CO, MT, NM, UT, WY : DC, DE, MD, PA, VA, WV
: IA, KS, MN, MO, ND, NE, SD : FL, GA, NC, SC
: OK, TX : CANADA
: IL, IN, KY, MI, OH, WIENTER
When narrowing
down to city name
Select
When narrowing
down to street name
Select
Enter the
street
name and
select
:
Cancel the
city selection.
:
Displays list of
5 city name
s
nearest the
current
position.
:
Displays the
city name
input screen.
Select the
street name
from the list
Select
the
city
name
from
the
list
Enter
the
city
name
and
selectEnter
the
street
name
and
select
Select
the
city
name
from
the
list
Select the city
name from the
list
Select
the
street
name
from
the
list
Enter
the
street
name
and
select
Select the
street name
from the list
Enter
the
house
no. Enter
the
house
no.
Select
SelectDirect
destination
input
(
page 38)
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